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Cape Verde: Best trails of Santiago and Fogo islands

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Start and end in Praia
5.0 (2 reviews)

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Hiking & Trekking
Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
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 14+

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Praia

    Praia
    Start point
    Praia, Cape Verde (Custom and private arrival airport Transfer (Nelson Mandela International Airport - Hotel in Praia))
  3. Day 2

    Cidade Velha - Praia

    Cidade Velha - Praia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Fish, meat or main dish + dessert + water at a typical seafront restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Hiking trail in Calabaceira valley with baobab trees
    • Visit to local rum-making distillery
    • Visit to São Francisco Convent in Cidade Velha
    • Visit to Nossa Senhora do Rosário church
    • Visit to Pilourinho
    • Visit to ruins of Sé Catedral
    • Visit to Royal Fortress of São Filipe
    • Lunch at a seafront restaurant
    Landmarks
    Calabaceira valley
    Cidade Velha
    São Francisco Convent
    Nossa Senhora do Rosário church
    Sé Catedral ruins
    Royal Fortress of São Filipe
  4. Day 3

    Serra Malagueta Natural Park - Tarrafal Beach - Praia

    Serra Malagueta Natural Park - Tarrafal Beach - Praia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch in the middle of the forest)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Assomada Market
    • Trekking in Serra Malagueta Natural Park
    • Picnic lunch in the forest
    • Free time at Tarrafal Beach
    Landmarks
    Assomada Market
    Serra Malagueta Natural Park
    Tarrafal Beach
  5. Day 4

    São Filipe - Chã das Caldeiras

    São Filipe - Chã das Caldeiras
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Fish, meat or main dish + dessert + water in a local atmosphere)

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of São Filipe colonial town (Sobrados)
    • Visit to Municipal Museum
    • Visit to Achada Furna and Cabeça Fundão villages
    • Visit to Chã das Caldeiras National Park
    • Lunch at a local restaurant

    Optional Activities

    • Wine tasting at your own expense
    Landmarks
    São Filipe
    Achada Furna
    Cabeça Fundão
    Chã das Caldeiras National Park
    Fogo volcano
  6. Day 5

    Pico do Fogo Volcano Trek - Chã das Caldeiras

    Pico do Fogo Volcano Trek - Chã das Caldeiras
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic at the summit)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk to foot of Fogo volcano
    • Fogo volcano trek and climb to Pico do Fogo peak
    • Picnic at Pico do Fogo summit
    Landmarks
    Pico do Fogo
    Fogo volcano
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  7. Day 6

    Mosteiros Trek - São Filipe

    Mosteiros Trek - São Filipe
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Fish, meat or main dish + dessert + water in a local environment)

    Included Activities

    • Hiking through north protected forest and volcano northeast side
    • Walk through Mosteiros municipality
    • Lunch at a local restaurant
    • Optional dip at Salinas de São José natural pool
    Landmarks
    Mosteiros
    Pai António
    Salinas de São José
  8. Day 7

    Plateau Historical Center

    Plateau Historical Center
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Fish, meat or main dish + dessert + water), Dinner (Katxupa (slow cooked stew of corn, beans, cassava, sweet potato, fish or meat) with live local music band at a popular restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Walking discovery tour of Plateau historical center
    • Tour through Jaime Mota Military Barracks
    • Visit to Alexandre Albuquerque Square
    • Visit to Municipal Market
    • Dinner at a popular restaurant with live local music band
    • Dinner - Katxupa (traditional Cape Verdean stew)
    Landmarks
    Plateau district
    Jaime Mota Military Barracks
    Presidential Palace
    Alexandre Albuquerque Square
    Municipal Market
  9. Day 8

    Departure from Praia

    Departure from Praia
    End point
    Praia, Cape Verde (Custom and private arrival airport Transfer (Hotel in Praia - Nelson Mandela International Airport))
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Ursula5.0•May 2024
    Excellent, personalized tour, which definitely can be recommended. Little misunderstandings due to vouchers not...
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    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: BuCountry Tours
    Thank you for your feedback and for recommending Bu CountryTours. We're glad you enjoyed the tour and our personalized service. We apologize for any confusion with vouchers and appreciate your understanding. We'll improve our communication, especially in areas with poor internet. Your suggestion to start hikes earlier is noted, as is the idea of visiting plantations to enhance experiences. We'll consider these for future tours. Your feedback on lunch times and restaurant choices is valuable; we aim to refine our offerings to meet expectations. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable trip with us.
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    Mauricio5.0•November 2021
    It is certainly a pleasure to recommend Bu Country Tours as an outstanding tour operator in Cape Verde. From start to...
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    Traveled in November 2021
    Reply from: BuCountry Tours
    Thank you for your kind recommendation of Bu CountryTours as an outstanding tour operator in Cape Verde. We are delighted to hear that Admilson and our professional team made your recent trip to Santiago an amazing experience. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the beauty of Santiago and the delicious local food. We are committed to covering every detail to ensure our guests have memorable experiences. We look forward to welcoming you back to Cabo Verde to explore more of the islands with us. Thank you again for your kind words and for choosing Bu CountryTours.
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    I would like to know if there will be any dates in late February or early March for Cape Verde tour?

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      The tour will be available next year, with options in both February and March. We will finalize the dates soon and send you a personalized quote for one person.

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