Half Day: Monte Verde and Villages, São Vicente
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
About this experience
Drive to the highest point of our Island, Monte Verde, 774m or 2,539ft, have breathtaking panoramic views, enjoy a cup of tea (grown locally) or try the tea liquor
Visit our beautiful coastal beaches and villages; Baia das Gatas, Norte Baia, Praia Grande, and Calhau and be in touch with locals.
Relax on the beach of Baia das Gatas, here you may enjoy a swim or dive off of the trampolim into the clear blue lagoon.
Experience the sand dunes of Norte Baía
Discover our Agricultural Oasis on the Island, and farm animals
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What’s included
- Pick up and drop off at accommodation in Mindelo
- Private transportation
- Professional Tour Guide (English, French, Portuguese and Spanish)
- Tasting of tea or coffee at Monte Verde Tea House (depends on availability)
- Liability insurance
Not included
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Itinerary
- 1
Mindelo
Pick up at accommodation in Mindelo (let us know your location?) or meet in front of the Cultural Center of Mindelo at 09:00
- 2
Monte Verde
Take a scenic drive to Monte Verde, 774m or 2,539ft, the highest peak in Sao Vicente, here you will observe the greenest and most fertile place on the island, as most of it is claylike, on a clear day you will have the opportunity to take wonderful pictures of the breathtaking panoramic views of the city and beaches that outline the outskirts. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee at the Tea house
- 3
Salamansa, Fishing Village
Fishing village of Salamansa is an active village with a different lifestyle than in Mindelo. Here you can also find water sports such as Kite and Wind surfing
- 4
Baia das Gatas
Visit one of the most popular beaches, Baia das Gatas Here you may take a swim in the clear blue lagoon, dive into the ocean from the pier.
- 5
Coastal Road Baia, Norte Baia to Calhau
Drive on the most beautiful coastal road of North Baia, marvel at the contrasting long beach coastline with it black volcanic mountains, sweeping white sandiness, and crystal blue ocean.
- 6
Praia Grande
Witness the smashing waves a one of our popular surfing beaches
- 7
Calhau, Fishing Village & Agricultural Valley
Visit Calhau, an oasis! A charming small farming and fishing village also home of Vulcao Viana, one of the of last extinct volcanos on the Island. In the valley of Calhau we will see traditional farming by hand, animals, water wells, and windmills.
- 8
Mindelo
Return to your accommodation after a fantastic day exploring the Islands villages, beaches, and villages.
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French
- Start times
- 10:30
Know before you go
- Most of our travel will be by vehicle, though we will have time to get out at Baia das Gatas for a walk and swim, wear your bathing suit and bring a towel, if desired (there is no public place to change your clothing). Wear comfortable clothing, shoes, sun protection and bring a bottle of water. Be advised that we will travel up to the summit of Monte Verde with high altitude. We will make a stop for lunch, the restaurant accepts euros and escudos (local currency), also Visa Cards; lunch is typically 11 to 20 euros. Please inform us of any health, mobility or dietary restrictions, allergies or special requirements/occasions.
- Note: this is an open group tour, if there is a need, the guide may speak more than one language.
- Swimsuit, towel, sun protection, hat, bottle of water, money or credit card for lunch
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- Less than 1 day before: no refund
Meeting point
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Cultural Center of Mindelo
- Address
- V2P6+QCX, Mindelo, 2110, CV
- How you meet
- Meet on location, or hotel pickup
- Coordinates
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 4 hours and 30 minutes.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is available, or you can meet the group on location.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at Cultural Center of Mindelo, V2P6+QCX, Mindelo, 2110, CV.
From AED 226 per person
