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4-Hour Mindelo Tour

  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Archeology, Culture, History

  • Duration

    4 Hours

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Description

Enjoy the architectural style of our colourful buildings, and hear about our island's history. Visit Mindelo's bustling markets: Fish Market, African Market, and Municipal Market. From the lookout point, we will have the best views of Mindelo, Monte Cara, and Laginha Beach. Take a scenic drive to the top of Monte Verde, a natural and protected park, the highest peak in Sao Vicente.

Highlights
  • Visit old pirate forts and learn about the history and culture of the Island 
  • Walk through the lively markets and streets of Mindelo
  • See the home of our Famous Barefoot Diva, Cesária Évora
  • Drive to the highest point of our Island, Monte Verde
  • Relax on the beach of Baia das Gatas
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    • Meet the tour guide at a pre-decided location in Mindelo and begin the tour.
    • Visit old pirate forts.
    • Learn about the history and culture of our Island.
    • Walk through the lively markets and streets of Mindelo, passing Lisbon street, an icon of our town.
    • Visit the home of our Famous Barefoot Diva, Cesária Évora, while listening to her Morna playing in the background.
    • 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.
    • Relax on the beach of Baia das Gatas, here you may take a swim in the clear blue lagoon.
    • Head back to the hotel/accommodation.
What's Included
  • Pick up and drop off in the city
  • English, Portuguese, Spanish or French-speaking Cape Verdean tour guide
  • Transportation
What's Excluded

  • Gratuities

What to bring
  • Bring a bottle of water, snack optional (lunch excluded)
Know before you go
  • Most of our travel will be by vehicle, though we will do some walking in the city. Wear your bathing suit for a swim at Baia das Gatas Beach if desired. Wear comfortable clothing, shoes, and sun protection. Be advised that we will travel up to the summit of Monte Verde at a high altitude. 
  • On Sundays, the markets and cultural center are closed. On these days, we will pass by to learn more about the lifestyle on the Island.
Meeting Point

Mindelo, Cabo Verde

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Persons
1 To 1 EUR 110 Per Person
2 To 2 EUR 65 Per Person
3 To 5 EUR 60 Per Person
6 To 7 EUR 50 Per Person
8 To 10 EUR 45 Per Person
11 To 20 EUR 40 Per Person

This is a group tour

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USD 122 / person