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Santo Antão: Trekking Cova de Paúl Volcano Crater - Ribeira de Paúl
(10) Reviews
Porto Novo
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Not recommended for those who are afraid of heights
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the most famous hiking trail in Santo Antão. Enjoy a 3-hour hike from Cova Natural Park to the Green Valley of Paúl with a local guide. Have breathtaking views of Paúl Volcano Crater above 1000 meters high.
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guiding Service
Transportation
The Grogue tasting it is optional and is not included in the price.
Itinerary
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Porto Novo
Get picked up at your accommodation in Porto Novo or others listed locations and drive through the mountains until your reach Cova Natural Park
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Cova - Krater
Have your first stop at Cape Verde's largest volcanic crater, Cova de Paúl. There, have a panoramic view of the extinct volcano and enjoy breathtaking landscapes of the immense and green round plain inside of the crater used as agricultural fields. Start your 3,5 hour hike from 1,100 meters above sea level, with an oasis of vast vegetation emerging in its interior. Then, reach the crater’s edge and have the best and the most breathtaking view ever: standing on the edge of the crater, look out over the impressive green valley of Paul that lies in the depth before you plus the beautiful ocean view that is 10 kilometers away.
30 minutes
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Paul Tal
After that, start the zigzagging part of the hike, going down via a stone path for 3 hours. During the descent, explore Cape Verde’s greenest valley, see and learn about native flora and fauna, soak up scenic views of the island's landscapes and have opportunity to see abandoned vineayrds, sugar cane and banana plantations; mango, avocados and coconut trees. Next, experience the production of a local rum-making distillery and taste the famous “grogue” (The Rum production season runs from January 1 st to May 31st).
3 hours
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Porto Novo
After that, drive back through beautiful vegetations and pass by Sinagoga, Vila das Pombas and Janela Village.The tour concludes with drop-off at your accommodation.
30 minutes
Santo Antão: Trekking Cova de Paúl Volcano Crater - Ribeira de Paúl
(10) Reviews
Porto Novo
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Explore the most famous hiking trail in Santo Antão. Enjoy a 3-hour hike from Cova Natural Park to the Green Valley of Paúl with a local guide. Have breathtaking views of Paúl Volcano Crater above 1000 meters high.
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guiding Service
Transportation
The Grogue tasting it is optional and is not included in the price.