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From Praia: Serra Malagueta to Principal Valley Hike & Lunch with a Local Family in Cape Verde

Praia, Cape Verde

Discover the beautiful natural scenery of Serra da Malagueta National Park and the verdant Principal's Valley on this 3-hour trek. Explore the main sights, walk among the local houses and feel the warmth and the hospitality of its beautiful people.

Cancellation policy

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Duration 6 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Group size

1–10 travelers

Full description

Start your adventure with pickup from your accommodation in Praia and transfer to the starting point of the hike in Serra Malagueta. Meet your local tour guide and get ready to discover the main sights and hidden gems of the green valley of Principal. Walk downhill with beautiful scenery and learn about the local fauna and flora from your local expert. Arrive at the first settlements, with small groups of traditional houses strewn across the hillsides of the canyon, get in touch with the locals and experience the rural lifestyle. Continue between agricultural fields of coconut palms, banana trees, tamarind, mango, sugar cane and more. Arrive at the locality of Mato Dento and feel the warmth and the Morabeza of its welcoming people. At the end of the walk, head to a local restaurant and refresh yourself with local fruit juices followed by an hour's scenic drive to your accommodation.

Itinerary

Praia. Start your adventure with pickup from your accommodation in Praia and transfer to the starting point of the hike in Serra Malagueta.

Serra Malagueta. Meet your local tour guide and get ready to walk downhill.

Principal Valley. Walk downhill with beautiful scenery and learn about the local fauna and flora from your local expert. Arrive at the first settlements, with small groups of traditional houses strewn across the hillsides of the canyon, get in touch with the locals and experience the rural lifestyle. Continue between agricultural fields of coconut palms, banana trees, tamarind, mango, sugar cane and more.

Mato Dento. Arrive at the locality of Mato Dento and feel the warmth and the Morabeza of its welcoming people. At the end of the walk, head to a local restaurant and refresh yourself with local fruit juices.

Praia. The trek ends with an hour scenic drive through the eastern side of the island back to your accommodation in Praia.

What’s included

Included

  • Guide
  • Meals: 1
  • Transfer
  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia
  • Transportation
  • Tour Guide (English, French, Portuguese and Spanish)
  • Lunch (Main dish with choice of fish or meat + legumes and rice + water)
  • Liability Insurance

Not included

  • Park entrance fee of 2 euros/person

Important information

Meeting point

Praia, Cape Verde

Don’t forget

Not wheelchair accessible Not stroller accessible Not suitable for pets No public transportation nearby Infants must not sit on laps Infant seats unavailable Not recommended for people with back problems Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for people with heart conditions Route File: Walking Distance: +/- 4,5 km || Total Walking Duration: +/- 2 - 3 hours || Degree of difficulty: Moderate || Elevation gain: +/- 100 m || Elevation loss: -/+ 700 m || Max Elevation: +/- 770 m || Min Elevation: +/-  120 m || Trail type: One Way, Path quality: Medium tilt, narrow and safe. Please bring decent hiking footwear, a hat, sunscreen, water, and water shoes (from August to October). Activity for travelers under 6 years old. Please bring decent hiking footwear, a hat, sunscreen, water, and water shoes (from August to October).

Cancellation policy

100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

Your host

VE

Verified Local Host

With GetExperience since 2026

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