“Discover Santo Antão step by step!
Get ready for an unforgettable journey! Travel 130 kilometers in 12 days, crossing fascinating landscapes and revealing the natural and cultural secrets of the Santo Antão Islands. From verdant terraced fields on the northeast coast to secluded, mineral-rich valleys in the west, each step of this expedition will lead you to new discoveries. With daily hikes lasting 5 to 7h, this transformative experience is more than an adventure—it’s an invitation to live and feel the vibrant spirit of the island. Are you ready to explore this paradise?”
Day 1
Arrive in Mindelo
Welcome by your guide in Mindelo. Depending on the time of arrival. Check in + Info
Welcome dring and enjoying the beach
Day 2
City Tour , Monte Verde and Baia das Gatas
Discovery Mindelo, cultural island, music and workshops and crossings, visit of paintings. ideal output to learn and understand how Cape Verdeans live here and know all the secrets of its history, visit different markets .Tasting local products and free time for shopping. Visiting the the highest Point of São Vicente ( 774 m ) about sea level and a stop in baia das gatas beach for a swim. Lunch in a local restaurant
Day 3
Pico da Cruz /Janela
Wake up early to take the boat to Santo Antão. From Porto Novo we wil drive you to the starting point of this beautiful hike.Crossing the village of Pico da Cruz an agriculture Village and then the green valley of janela in the middle of yam fields, bananas groves, sugar cane, papaya and then we descend to Ribeira de Penedo to reach the village of janela where we will get the lunch. Lunch in a local restaurant
6h walking/15km
Elevation: + 1400m / -1600m
Level 1
Day 4
Paúl’s Valley from de inside
A transfer will take you to the starting point of this magnificent hike, walking among potatoes, yams, sweet potatoes, papaia and other vegetables and fruits, as a starting point of the famous hike, over 600m, a magnificent hike. with many sugar cane terraces and of course the possibility to taste the local grogue and the punch. We share a typical meal and a typical restaurant.
4h walking/9km
Accumulated elevation +500m /-700m
Level 1
Day 5
Pinhao /Lombo Branco /Ribeira Grande
Short transfer to the small, colorful fishing village of Sinagoga with a small shipyard, then to Lombo Branco. We start the trek in the valley above Pinhao, crossing small villages through terraced crops. Arrival on foot in Ribeira Grande and visit of the city. At the end of the day, short transfer to Ponta Do Sol, a seaside village.
4 walking/8km
Elevation: + 450m / -700m
Level 1
Day 6
Ribeira da Torre /Rabo Curto /Xoxo
Ribeira da Torre, a deep volcanic valley surrounded by cliffs and dotted with pythons, where we spent the day discovering life and rural culture. Passing trough Ribeira de Vinha with its magnificent waterfall of 150 meters high and village of Lombo de Pico with its spectacular volcanic neck. The trail passes and the irrigation canals (levadas) they lead to the town of Rabo Curto, descent through fields of sugar cane and yams to the village of Xoxo. Lunch in a local restaurant .
4 walking / 8km
Accumulated elevation +600m/-450m
Level 2
Day 7
Ponta do sol /Cruzinha
From the town of Ponta do Sol, located on the northeast coast of the island, where people live mainly from fishing. We will climb to Fontainhas where we will find several plantations to arrive later at Selada de Corvo, panoramic view of Ponta do Sol and Corvo, descending into the valley there is water sources all year round, then to Formiguinhas, a small town overlooking the sea. From Formiguinhas we will arrive in Aranhas, an abandoned town, then we will arrive at Mezcla de Ribeira Seca beach with white and black sand, where we can take a dip to cool off, There are also caves formed by lava, a good place to have a picnic, then we will pass by Motcho beach to reach the town of Cruzinha. Lunch in a local restaurant/
6h walking/14 km
Accumulated elevation +1000m
Level 2
Day 8
Selada de Mocho /Boca De Ambas as Ribeiras
Today we go up the arid valley of Mocho and reach the small village of Selada de Mocho perched at about 600 m above sea level. We continue to the pass of Ladeira da Garça and then descend into the Ribeira Grande.Transfer to Boca de Coruja, a small village nestled in the hollow of an agricultural village or we can continue walking to the hotel. Lunch in a local restaurant/
4 walking/9 km
Accumulated elevation +700m/-600m
Level 2
Day 9
Caibros /Lagoa
We leave for two days and bring our things to spend the night in Lagoa. As we progress, we discover superb panoramas of the surrounding valleys. In the middle of the afternoon, we reach the village of Lagoa located on the plateau of lagoa, .we enjoy a dinner prepared by the local family.
5h walking/11km
Elevation: + 1000m / -200m
Level 2
Day 10
Lagoa – Ribeira Fria – Alto Mira
Departure 9 hours
From Lagoa, we reach the plateau village of Chã Branca and then the village of Ribeira Fria… Beautiful views of the city of Porto Novo. We then take a narrow and steep trail to reach the village of Ribeira Fria. Logão-Ribeira Fria-Porto Novo was one of the most used routes during grog smuggling on the island of Santo Antão. During the hike, we will also encounter numerous endemic plants and spectacular views until we reach the village of Ribeira Fria, where we will meet our driver to take us to our hotel in Alto Mira. Pick Nick
3h30 hike
accumulated elevation: +600m
Level 1
Day 11
Alto Mira /Topo de Coroa /Chã Feijoal
Departure for the ascent of the highest point of the island, the Topo de Coroa at an altitude of 1979 m. After a transfer to Cha De Feijual, we “attack” the slopes of Topo de Coroa. The path winds in the middle of impressive lunar landscapes and offers beautiful views of the volcanic cones and the sea. At the end of the afternoon, we reach the village of Norte where we spend a night .
5h walking/9km
Elevation: + 1100m
Level 2
Day 12
Chã Feijoal Monte/ Trigo
We leave the plateau of Norte and leave for two days with our stuff for the night. We reach the fishing village of Monte Trigo. We go around the immense crater of Coroa and begin a long descent towards the coast. Arrival in Monte Trigo in the middle of the afternoon .
6 walking/15km
Elevation: + 200m / -1500m
Level 3
Day 13
Monte Trigo /Tarrafal
Today we are leaving for a superb coastal hike to reach Tarrafal, a small paradisiacal village still isolated from the rest of the island and protected from the trade winds by the Topo de Coroa. We discover its calm waters and its superb black sand beach. Lunch in a local restaurant
4h walking/11km
Accumulated elevation: + 600m / -600m
Level 1
Day 14
Free Day-Relax and enjoy the beach (NO STRESS CABO VERDE)
Day 15
Return to Porto novo /Mindelo
Day 16 Goodbye Cabo Verde
End of your stay, return to the country of origin
São Vicente Island Airport (Departure)
Transfer from your hotel to Airport Cesaria Évora
Our guide will pick you up and transfer you to the airport wishing you a nice flight home
The programs was carefully selected and established according to the latest information known from our guides.The hikes are for couple, groups and solo travelers who wish to discover cape verde and its morabeza.Are always possible circumstances and situations beyond our control can change the program. Depending on weather and operational conditions, Soltur team reserves the right to modify the itinerary in order to best ensure the smooth running of the stay and your safety. Under no circumstances may these modifications give rise to a refund .
The price includes
The price does not include:
Clothes
– A scarf to protect the neck
– 1 or 2 thermal underwear (short or long sleeve T-shirts – )
-Cap or hat for the sun
– 1 light fleece or equivalent (warm for the southern winter months – T-shirts)
(short and long sleeves), preferably in technical material with quick drying
– A breathable waterproof windproof jacket with a Gore
– 1 long shorts or Bermuda shorts
-A pair of sunglasses (high protection factor)
– Sun protection cream (face and lips)
– A multi-purpose pocket knife
– A pair of telescopic hiking poles (recommended
– 1 comfortable walking pants
– 1 pair of waterproof, comfortable “trekking” shoes with a rising upper and grippy sole (Vibram type). They must hold onto the ground well. The trails in Cape Verde can be both muddy and rocky
– 1 pair of sneakers or equivalent light shoes for the evening
– Pairs of walking socks
– Swimsuit
Farmacy
Your guide has a first aid pharmacy. However, it is recommended to bring your personal pharmacy: elastoplast, iodized alcohol, aspirin, intestinal antiseptic, small scissors, tricosteril, sun protection cream, personal medication …
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