1-Day Hike to Antonia's Peak in Santiago with Island Views

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Hike to Antonia's Peak, the highest point on Santiago at 1,394 m
• 02 Take in scenic mountain landscapes and natural views along the trail
• 03 See agricultural terraces and isolated villas spread out below
• 04 Enjoy views toward the islands of Fogo and Maio

Follow an exciting trail to Antonia's Peak, the highest point on Santiago at 1,394 m. This full-day hike rewards you with scenic mountain views and beautiful natural surroundings, along with sweeping vistas of agricultural terraces, isolated villas below, and the islands of Fogo and Maio. It is a rewarding trek for travellers who want to experience Santiago's highland landscapes on foot.

This full-day hike rewards you with scenic mountain views and beautiful natural surroundings, along with sweeping vistas of agricultural terraces, isolated villas below, and the islands of Fogo and Maio.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Praia, Pedra Badejo, Serra do Pico de Antónia

Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Hike to Antonia's Peak from Santiago

On the walk, enjoy views of agricultural terraces, the isolated villas below, and the islands of Fogo and Maio.

• Distance: 11 km.

• Time: 5 to 6 hours of trekking.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private tour guide

What's Not Included

• Lunch

• Transportation

What to bring

It's good to wear a hat and carry water.

Know before you go

• No hiking during rainy days.
• The best time for this hike is between mid-August and early December. The walks are mainly downhill and then uphill until you reach the top of the peak. During the rainy season, which usually starts in mid to late July and ends in mid-October, trails can be slippery and, in a good year for rain, may be washed out by streams running through them. Visibility can also be limited due to cloud cover and rain.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Praia, Cape Verde

Tour start

Praia, Cape Verde

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.