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Cape Verde’s Northern Islands – Privately Guided

Cape Verde's Northern Islands - Privately Guided
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8 Days Excluding Flights From
8 Days from
USD 2765
Excl. flights
Walking & Trekking
Activity Level
Moderate See our Activity Level Guidelines to check if this holiday is right for you
Ways to Travel :
Activity :
Walking & Trekking
Group Size :
1 - 4
Ages :
16+
Trip Code :
W07CV
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Relish the beauty of Cape Verde’s northern islands; our walking tour combines history and culture with a spectacular and untouched landscape – all with the benefit of a private guide.

You’ll spend time with local families, sampling their fresh homegrown produce, all the while appreciating the unmatched beauty of these stunning islands. You’ll also have the support of an English-speaking guide and driver throughout, private to your party.

We’ve chosen the most unique yet impressive island locations on Sao Vicente and Santo Antao, where you’ll have the chance to explore the Janela and Penede valleys, hike through beautiful mountain villages, and gaze at vibrant-coloured fishing boats. You’ll observe the splendour of the Ribeira Grande and Garca valleys, walking along an impressive paved path with spectacular ocean views. As you continue on this path, you’ll encounter the peaceful green valley of Corvo, a serene and idyllic spot to enjoy lunch. This path will also take you through the hilltop village of Fontainhas, a green mountainous location famous for its colourful houses and spectacular sea views.

If you are more enthused by volcanic landscapes, prepare to be entralled by the Ribeira da Torre area located on the island of Santo Antao. Here, in the middle of the island, you’ll encounter a large volcanic peak, adorned with cane fields and cultivated terraces. As you proceed on your coastal walk, you’ll confront a volcanic peak almost 2,000 metres high, plunging directly into the ocean.

Whilst on the island of Santo Antao, you’ll also have the opportunity to explore Monte Trigo, a small fishing village with around 6,000 habitants that is only accessible on foot or by boat. A cabotage trip with local fishermen from Monte Trigo back to Tarrafal will undoubtedly be an unforgettable experience to end your Cape Verdean adventure!

Highlights

  • Explore Cape Verde's iconic northern islands on foot
  • Spend time with local families enjoying homegrown produce
  • Pass by peaceful green valleys, volcanic peaks, and serene coastal hamlets

What's Included

  • 7 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of 3H accommodations
  • All breakfasts, six lunches & five dinners
  • Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
  • Services of an experienced walking guide
  • Return ferries between Sao Vicente & Santo Antao
  • Car transfers as per itinerary
  • Luggage transfers between hotels 

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)
  • Solo travellers (available on request - compulsory supplement)
  • Visas or vaccinations

6 Days of Walking & Trekking

Day 2

7 km / 4.3 miles

Day 3

8 km / 5 miles

Day 4

13 km / 8.1 miles

Day 5

5 km / 3.1 miles

Day 6

10 km / 6.2 miles

Day 7

2 km / 1.2 miles

Sustainability and Impact

As a certified B Corp, we’re on a mission to improve our social and environmental impact across all our adventures.

We do this through our innovative Thriving Nature, Thriving People plan.

This ‘nature positive’ approach is designed to help nature and communities thrive in harmony through practical solutions, such as reducing carbon and waste on our trips, supporting conservation projects through the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation, and rewilding 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller.
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Cape Verde's Northern Islands - Privately Guided

8 Days Excluding Flights From
8 Days from
USD 2765
Excl. flights