Santo Antão: Trek Ponta do Sol to Cruzinha, or Vice Versa, Cape Verde

Duration

6 hours

Languages

German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish, Dutch

Guests

1-10

Having a trek on Santo Antao is the best way to encounter and experience Caboverdean lifestyle and culture. Only an hour by ferry from São Vicente, Santo Ant…

Included

Guide
Private transportation
Professional local guide
Liability insurance
In-person guides in Spanish, English, Portuguese or French

Not included

Cost of lunch is 10 to 20 euros, bring cash, Euros or Escudos
Personal expenses
Gratuities

Itinerary

Pick up in the morning by your local guide to begin an adventurous day on the Island of the mountains. This trek is by far one of the MOST POPULAR long treks on the Island! Hiking along the coastal, mountain road, this is an opportunity to witness life on the Island, first hand. We look forward to sharing local insights, and connecting with people. It is our pleasure to share with you this beautiful place on earth:)

Ponta do Sol located is the northernmost point of Cabo Verde, this fishing village is a sight to behold. The activities begin early in the morning, preparations for a morning at sea to bring in the afternoon catch. Begin walking from this small port town

Fontainhas is one of the WORLDS MOST PICTURESQUE villages on earth! Walking up along ocean coastal path, passing small villages of people with their plantations, men, woman, children even animals all have a role in the village and here you will witness how they make it all come together. Along the way you will find donkeys carrying containers of water.

From Fontainhas to Formiguinhas, and Corvo you will find religious scripts carved in stone along the road, arrive to Cruzinha

After a long trek, arrive to the charming fishing village of Cruzinha with locals, attending their day to day activities; small bars, street art, eco lodge hotels with stunning views. Enjoy your accomplishment and time in nature.

Don't forget!

Not wheelchair accessibleNot stroller accessibleInfant seats unavailableNot recommended for people with back problemsNot recommended for pregnant travelersNot recommended for people with heart conditionsNot recommend for travelers afraid of heightsNot recommended to travel with infant, however, depends on travelers discretion.Not recommended for travelers who are unaccustomed to trekking / hikingNot recommended for children under who are unaccustomed to trekking / hikingIf you will bring an infant, you should bring your hiking carrierPick up at your accommodation can be arranged, let us know your location and we will tell you what time to meet us in front of your place Hiking sneakers, or boots, sun protection, hat, bottle of water, walking sticks (optional)

Having a trek on Santo Antao is the best way to encounter and experience Caboverdean lifestyle and culture. Only an hour by ferry from São Vicente, Santo Antao boasts of green valleys, mountains, vegetation traditional farming lifestyle, hardworking people and rich culture, which cannot be justified by words, but must be taken in by your encounter. This is a challenging and rewarding trek.