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Signature Trek, Cova to Paúl Valley – Santo Antão Day Trip with Ferry, Cape Verde

Porto Novo, Cape Verde

Having a trek on Santo Antão is the best way to encounter and experience Caboverdean lifestyle and culture.

Cancellation policy

Review the supplier policy below before booking.

Duration 11 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Languages

German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish, Dutch

Group size

2–50 travelers

Full description

Experience the rich culture and breathtaking landscapes of Santo Antão with our Trek into the Cova Crater. Our local passionate guide is waiting to have an immersive experience, sharing the local traditions and the vibrant Caboverdean lifestyle. Get ready to witness the stunning green valleys, mountainous terrain, traditional farming practices, and hardworking people that make this island so unique. It's the perfect way to immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of Cabo Verde. Great for those who want to experience one of the most beautiful walks on the Island; the walk can be up to 3 hours, more or less, and can be good for all travelers, depending on mobility and health.

Itinerary

Pick up at accommodation in Mindelo. Meet in front of your accommodation 45-30 minutes before ferry departure

ferry terminal mindelo

Porto Novo. Meet your local guide who will be waiting for you inside the Gare Maritima, with a sign that has your name. Begin your journey along the Old Road to the Cova Crater

Cova Crater. Volcano Crater of Cova. A must see! Atop Cova crater you will have breathtaking views of the immense lush green valley below. On this mostly descending adventure down Cova crater to Cabo de Ribeira, walking into the valley of Paúl we will pass through small villages where agriculture is the daily lifestyle, beholding mango, papaya, goiaba, oranges, apples, passion fruit, avocado trees, sugarcane fields, banana and coffee plants

Cabo da Ribeira. Passing through the cova crater till we reach the small village of Cabo da Ribeira 

Ribeira Grande. After our trek, we will enjoy a delicious lunch at a typical local restaurant

Coastal Road to Porto Novo. Travel back to Porto Novo on the stunning coastal Road, passing through mountain tunnels, and colorful villages arriving to Porto Novo

Porto Novo. Arrive to Porto Novo to board your ferry back to São Vicente

Mindelo Ferry Terminal. Get picked up from the Harbor in Mindelo and enjoy a transfer to your accommodation.

What’s included

Included

  • Guide
  • Transfer
  • Entrance fee
  • Pick up and drop off at accommodation in Mindelo
  • Harbor transfers
  • Roundtrip Ferry Tickets
  • Private transportation
  • Professional Local guide (English, French, Portuguese and Spanish)
  • Entrance to Grouge distillery
  • Liability insurance

Not included

  • Lunch, personal expenses, and gratuities

Important information

Meeting point

Porto Novo, Cape Verde

Don’t forget

This activity is for the active travelerIf you have any health concerns, knee or back pain, this could cause strainDescending into crater, be careful of areas which may be slippery if there is mist, in the case of inclement weather, this trek may be adjusted or canceled, we may reschedule or you will be refunded. Hiking shoes, or boots, sun protection, hat, bottle of water, walking sticks (optional)

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation if cancelled more than 24 hours before start. 100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

Your host

VE

Verified Local Host

With GetExperience since 2026

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