Are there set dates for departure or can we pick a date? Our plans are in the beginning stage so we do not have a date yet.

You can choose the date that best fits your plans. We do not have fixed departure dates, so we are fully flexible to meet your needs. As you are still in the early planning stages, feel free to inform us of your desired date as soon as you decide.

I have a question about booking a tour for 6 days in Santiago on the 1st of December. Is it sure the tour will go on? And how many people is the group?

We appreciate the interest in booking our 6-day tour in Santiago on the 1st of December, 2023. As of now, we can confirm that the tour is scheduled to proceed, and we currently have more people already confirmed in all the activities.

If possible, I would like to join a group for a week walking in Cape Verde – any island or any islands – next January or February. So I am flexible with dates and places in Cape Verde.

We do not have a hiking group planned for January or February. However, we will contact you as soon as we have one scheduled.

Cape Verde: Best Hiking & Trekking Trails in Santiago Island - 6 Days

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Start and end in Praia

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Operator: BuCountry Tours
Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: Portuguese, French, Spanish
Group Size 1 - 6
Ages 12+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Praia
Start point
Praia, Cape Verde (Custom and private arrival airport transfer. (From the Airport to the Hotel in Praia))
Landmarks
Nelson Mandela International Airport
Day 2
Cidade Velha
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Local delights at typical seafront restaurant)
Included Activities
- Hiking in Calabaceira valley with baobab trees
- Visit local rum-making distillery
- Exploration of agricultural fields with local farmers
- Guided tour of Cidade Velha UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit to São Francisco Convent
- Visit to Nossa Senhora do Rosário church
- Visit to former slave market
- Visit to ruins of Sé Cathedral
- Visit to Royal Fortress of São Filipe
Landmarks
Calabaceira valley
Cidade Velha
São Francisco Convent
Nossa Senhora do Rosário church
Sé Cathedral
Royal Fortress of São Filipe
Day 3
Monte Txota - Pico D'Antónia
Meals
Breakfast, Snack (Small picnic)
Included Activities
- Hiking through Monte Txota Natural Park
- Trek to Pico D'Antónia summit
Landmarks
Monte Txota Natural Park
Pico D'Antónia
São Jorge valley
Fogo Island Volcano
Day 4
Serra Malgueta Natural Park - Tarrafal
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch in the forest)
Included Activities
- Visit to Assomada Market
- Guided trekking in Serra Malgueta Natural Park
- Flora and fauna observation in Serra Malgueta
Landmarks
Assomada Market
Serra Malgueta Natural Park
Tarrafal Beach
Day 5
Tarrafal
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Tarrafal
Optional Activities
- Visit to Chão Bom concentration camp (now resistance museum)
Landmarks
Tarrafal Beach
Chão Bom concentration camp
Day 6
Plateau - Nelson Mandela International Airport
End point
Praia, Cape Verde (Custom and private departure airport transfer. (From the Hotel in Praia - to the Airport))
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious lunch (details not specified)), Dinner (Katxupa, a slow cooked stew of corn, beans, cassava, sweet potato, fish or meat with live local music band at popular restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit to Rabelados community
- Walking tour of banana and coconut plantation
- Guided walking tour of Jaime Mota Military Barracks
- Visit to Presidential Palace
- Visit to Alexandre Albuquerque Square
- Visit to Municipal Market
Optional Activities
- Purchase handmade paintings or souvenirs from Rabelados local artisans
Landmarks
Rabelados
Jaime Mota Military Barracks
Presidential Palace
Alexandre Albuquerque Square
Municipal Market
Nelson Mandela International Airport

Landmarks
Nelson Mandela International Airport

Landmarks
Calabaceira valley
Cidade Velha
São Francisco Convent
Nossa Senhora do Rosário church
Sé Cathedral
Royal Fortress of São Filipe

Landmarks
Monte Txota Natural Park
Pico D'Antónia
São Jorge valley
Fogo Island Volcano

Landmarks
Assomada Market
Serra Malgueta Natural Park
Tarrafal Beach

Landmarks
Tarrafal Beach
Chão Bom concentration camp

Landmarks
Rabelados
Jaime Mota Military Barracks
Presidential Palace
Alexandre Albuquerque Square
Municipal Market
Nelson Mandela International Airport

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5.0

Overall rating based on 3 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.7
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
5.0

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Lothar
March 8th, 2025
5
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Very committed and competent tour guides (thanks again to Ricardo for everything), who also imparted a lot of...
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Traveled in February 2025
Eric
January 10th, 2021
5
The tour was one of my best experience travelling with the family around the world. Admilson, Rita, Walter and all...
The tour was one of my best experience travelling with the family around the world. Admilson, Rita, Walter and all the nice people we met along the tour made this experience truly unforgettable with their dedication and personal attention to details went above and beyond. All the activities were very interesting and really made us feel immersed in the local culture and discover the magnificent landscapes of Santiago Island. The team made sure that all the sanitary measures were taken place to ensure we could make the best of this experience during the on-going COVID-19 Pandemic. The food was excellent and all the accommodations we stayed at during our stay were very good. Highly recommend this tour, we already decided to go back in a couple of months to visit more islands with Bu Country Tour. Obrigado!Show more
Traveled in January 2020
Reply from: BuCountry Tours
Hi Eric & Family Thank you very much for taking the time to write your review. We are very happy to be able to note your satisfaction, it was a pleasure to welcome you in Cape Verde and to share with your special family the love we have for this small paradise lost in the Atlantic Ocean. Thank you with "Saudades" of you!
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Helen
December 29th, 2019
5
It was a fabulous tour with great friendly guides and good drivers. The guides were friendly and helpful. The trips...
It was a fabulous tour with great friendly guides and good drivers. The guides were friendly and helpful. The trips were to very beautiful parts of Santiago. The hotels were also very good. I highly recommend this 6 day tour many thanksShow more
Traveled in December 2019
Reply from: BuCountry Tours
Hi Helen Thank you very much for your review! We are happy to help you discover Cape Verde in the best possible way. We hope to see you again to discover the other wonderful islands as well. Best Regards
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