Santiago Island Experience - Culture, Nature & Tarrafal Beach
Enjoy a full-day tour exploring the interior and coast of Santiago Island, the best way to discover Cape Verde’s culture, history, and landscapes. After morning pickup, travel to São Domingos, Órgãos, and Picos to admire impressive mountains. Continue to Assomada City to visit the local market and experience daily island life. Stop at Good Entry to see the largest and oldest tree in Cape Verde, the 700 - year-old Kapok tree. Visit Serra Malagueta Natural Park for breathtaking views from 1,000 meters above sea level. Head to Tarrafal City to explore the historic concentration camp, relax on Tarrafal Beach, and enjoy time for swimming and lunch. In the afternoon, drive along the east coast to the Rabelados village, then continue through Calheta to Pedra Badejo to see the country’s largest banana plantation. This tour combines nature, culture, history, and beach time for an authentic Santiago Island experience.
Hiking Pico de Antónia – Summit Adventure & Scenic Views
Experience one of the most rewarding walks of the island of Santiago on this guided adventure to the Pico de Antónia, the highest point of the island, at 1,394 meters altitude. The experience begins with a pick-up in the morning, followed by a panoramic trip to the village of Rui Vaz, where the walk begins. The climb is challenging but rewarding, going through beautiful mountainous landscapes. At the top, feel touching the sky as you enjoy incredible panoramic views of the whole island. On bright days, you can still see the islands of Fire and May. An unforgettable experience for those who love nature, adventure and unforgettable landscapes.
Hiking to Grotto de Águas Bellas – Scenic Cave Adventure
Embark on a unique hiking that combines wildlife, rural trails and local culture on the island of Santiago. This guided experience takes you to the impressive Cave of Beautiful Waters, a true hidden natural treasure, known for its spectacular rock formations and serene environment. While exploring the cave, discover an almost untouched space where tranquility and natural beauty create a sense of deep connection with the landscape. The walk continues along rural paths and agricultural areas, passing through the village of Achada Leite, where you will have the opportunity to observe the local daily life and interact with welcoming residents. The itinerary ends in the authentic fishing villa of Porto Ribeira da Barca, offering charming coastal views and genuine contact with life by the sea.
Enjoy one of the most beautiful hikes in Santiago Island on this guided trail from Sierra Malagueta Natural Park to the lush Vale de Gongon. After a morning hotel pickup and a scenic drive to the north of the island, walk through protected natural landscapes before descending into a green valley known for its year-round vegetation. Along the way, experience the authentic rural life, meet welcoming locals, and enjoy the opportunity to taste local food. A perfect hike for nature lovers seeking stunning scenery and cultural immersion.
Tarrafal Adventure – Beach, History & Local Culture
تجربة ترافال ليست مجرد نزهة، بل هي رحلة استكشافية تغوص في قلب تاريخ الرأس الأخضر والجمال الطبيعي لمدينة ترافال. تجمع هذه التجربة التي تستغرق يومًا كاملاً بين التأمل التاريخي واكتشاف المعالم ولحظات من الترفيه على شاطئ البحر، كل ذلك في رحلة لا تُنسى عبر جزيرة سانتياغو. تبدأ الجولة بزيارة إرشادية إلى معسكر اعتقال ترافال، المعروف أيضًا باسم "معسكر الموت المتأخر" - أحد أكثر المعالم تأثيرًا في الكفاح ضد الاستعمار في إفريقيا. تحافظ هذه المساحة التذكارية على أصداء مقاومة السجناء السياسيين في أنغولا وغينيا بيساو والرأس الأخضر خلال النظام الاستعماري البرتغالي. بعد الانغماس التاريخي، حان الوقت للاسترخاء واستكشاف الجانب الترحيبي من ترافال - فيلا ساحرة بشواطئها الفردوسية وشعبها الودود وحياة ثقافية غنية.
تمنحك هذه الرحلة فرصة السفر على نفس المسارات التي يسلكها الآخرون بأسلوب مختلف، باستخدام دراجاتنا الرائعة، المصممة خصيصًا لك أنت الذي تستمتع بالمغامرات في الجبال أو حتى على الطرق.
This tour is unique, because you will visite the Cidade Velha (old city)considered a world heritage site, where you will visite the royal Fortress of Sao Filipe, the Cathedral, the Rua Banana which is the first urbanized street in cabo verde, visite the church of Nossa Senhora do Rosario, all those historical monuments will make this tour, the best tour in cabo verde, but before you will visite the plateau vegetable market, which is a very typical cape verde market where the workers are mostly womens, you will also visite to the colonial square Alexandre Alburquerque de Almeida,
Beach & Old Town Tour – History, Culture & Iconic Sights
Explore Santiago Island on this guided tour of Beach City and Old Town, combining history, culture and local life. Start in the capital, visiting typical markets, squares and neighborhoods to feel the vibrant daily life of the beaches. Follow up to the historic Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with stone streets, fortresses and monuments that reveal the history and soul of Cape Verde. A unique experience to connect with the culture, flavors and history of Santiago, perfect for those seeking cultural adventure and authenticity.
Land excursions in small family groups on Santiago
Welcome, cruise passengers! Spectacular rock formations made of 100% volcanic stone, a hot coastline and a pleasantly cool interior: accompanied by Don, a middle-aged German expat living in Cape Verde, you will spend a relaxed day on a small island in the middle of the Atlantic. Our destination is Assomada, in the heart of the island. Here you will discover the market, the large pedestrian area with its church and open square, statues of our ancestors and former conquerors, and of course the famous Poilão, a giant tree around 800 years old with a trunk almost 30 metres in circumference. We will show you some great spots for taking photos and tell you the best stories and anecdotes from more than four years of expat life in Cape Verde. To finish the day, we offer an exclusive tasting of grogue, beer and fruit juices that you will only find with us. Our co-guide Edney speaks English, French and Portuguese. In Cape Verde, our motto is: “No Stress!” Hop in… enjoy the day… take 1,000 photos… and tell everyone about it afterwards. This tour is ideal for cruise passengers, for example from Mein Schiff and AIDA.
Black Sand Beach & Natural Pool – Scenic Adventure
Long live the magic OF Tarrafal, come DE discover one of Cape Verde's best-kept secrets! Discover the stunning beach DE black volcanic sand of Tarrafal — a unique setting where mountains, sea and silence meet. Relax in the warm sands and dive into the stunning natural pool, carved by the rocks and bathed POR crystal clear waters. A hidden paradise, perfect for those seeking pure nature and unforgettable moments. The most famous beach DE black sand DA island. The natural pool itself is an amazing place to stay and relax.
جولتنا في المدينة القديمة ليست مجرد رحلة استكشافية، بل هي رحلة حقيقية عبر تاريخ وثقافة وجوهر جزيرة سانتياغو. نجمع بين روعة عالمين: حيوية مدينة برايا وسحرها التاريخي، أول مدينة استعمارية في أفريقيا جنوب الصحراء. متابعة شخصية: يرافقكم مرشدون محليون شغوفون في كل لحظة من الرحلة، ويشاركونكم قصصًا وغرائب وتقاليد لا يرويها إلا من عاشوا هذه الثقافة. ️ تاريخ حي: في المدينة القديمة، المدرجة على قائمة اليونسكو للتراث العالمي، ستتجولون في شوارع حجرية عريقة، وتزورون الحصون والكنائس وجبل بيلورينيو الشهير، منغمسين في تاريخ عريق يمتد لقرون. لحظات لا تُنسى: محطات توقف استراتيجية لالتقاط الصور في الميرادور ذات المناظر الخلابة، بالإضافة إلى وقت فراغ للاستكشاف وشراء الحرف اليدوية أو حتى مجرد الشعور بالطبيعة.
