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Hike Volcano Viana, São Vicente, Cape Verde

Cape Verde

Hike Volcano Viana, Hiking along the edge of the volcano is a must! The views inside the crater are mesmerizing!!

Cancellation policy

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Duration 3 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Languages

German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish, Dutch

Group size

2–50 travelers

Full description

São Vicente and its volcanic lunar landscapes are magical. Hiking along the edge of the volcano is a must! The views inside the crater are mesmerizing!!

Travel to the coastal village of Calhau, home to our extinct volcano Viana for your adventure!

Highlights:

Valley of Calhau

Volcano Viana

Views of the village on a clear day see the Island of Santa Luzia, São Nicolau and Islets of Branco and Raso.

Duration: 3h (2 hour hike)

Difficulty: easy to medium, elevation, ascent and descent

Itinerary

Pick up. 08:00 get picked up at your accommodation for an exciting adventure, hiking to the top of our Volcano Viana in the village of Calhau

Drive out of the city to Calhau. Head outside the city along the old cobblestone road, drive to Calhau

Valley of Calhau. Travel through the valley of Calhau, witness an Oasis in the desert on our Island, which is typically dry and claylike, check out the farms where farming is done by hand

Volcano Viana. Hike Volcano VianaSão Vicente and its volcanic lunar landscapes are magical. Hiking along the edge of the volcano is a must! The views inside the crater are mesmerizing!!Travel to the coastal village of Calhau, home to our extinct volcano Viana for your adventure!

Return to Mindelo. After a cool and invigorating experience, you will enjoy an transfer to your accommodation in Mindelo.

What’s included

Included

  • Guide
  • Transfer
  • Pickup and drop-off at accommodation in Mindelo
  • Private transportation
  • Professional tour guide (English, French, Portuguese and Spanish)
  • Liability insurance

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

Important information

Meeting point

Cape Verde

Don’t forget

ROUTE FILEWalking Distance: +/-  km 4Total Walking Duration: +/- 2 hoursDegree of difficulty: Easy to mediumElevation gain: +/- 163Elevation loss: -/+ 67Max Elevation: +/- 163Min Elevation: +/- 0Trail type: round-tripQuality of the path: steep steps, slopes and descents some areas of obstruction by rocksIMPORTANT INFORMATION:Please bring hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen and water.The trail has an incline and decline, with steep steps and areas of rocks.The tour ends with a drop-off at your accommodation in Mindelo. Comfortable clothing, walking shoes (sneakers or boots), sun protection, hat, sunglasses, bottle of water, snack (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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