2-Day Hiking Tour on Santiago Island with Pico da Antónia

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Trek to Pico da Antónia, the highest mountain on Santiago Island
• 02 Enjoy wonderful summit views across the whole island
• 03 Hike through the Serra Malagueta Natural Park mountain range
• 04 Discover endemic flora and fauna in a paradise for nature lovers

Prepare for an unforgettable 2-day journey on Santiago Island, filled with beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Hike to Pico da Antónia, the highest mountain on the island, and enjoy wonderful views from the summit across Santiago. Continue to the majestic Serra Malagueta mountain range, where natural beauty, flora, fauna, and cultural heritage come together on scenic mountain trails.

Hike to Pico da Antónia, the highest mountain on the island, and enjoy wonderful views from the summit across Santiago.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Serra Malagueta, Serra do Pico de Antónia

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Hike to Pico da Antónia Summit

• Go hiking to Pico da Antónia, the highest mountain on Santiago Island, at 1394 m of altitude. The hike takes 5 hours, and when you reach the top of the mountain, it is wonderful. From here, you can see the whole island.

2

Day 02

Serra Malagueta Natural Park Hike

• Head to Serra Malagueta Natural Park for 3 hours of hiking.
• Enjoy the flora and fauna as you walk through the mountains.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transportation
• Ticket for entrance to the park
• English-speaking tour guide

What's Not Included

• Lunch
• Water

What to bring

• Take proper hiking shoes.
• Bring a bag with one bottle of water and some fruits.

Know before you go

• With a mild climate, the Natural Park of Serra de Malagueta is located 10 km from the city of Assomada and belongs to the three municipalities of Tarrafal, Santa Catarina, and São Miguel, with an area of 774 hectares.
• This place is a true paradise for flora and fauna lovers, with about twenty species of endemic plants and birds. It also offers a panoramic view of the islands of Fogo and Maio.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Pico da Antonia

Tour start

Pico da Antónia, Cabo Verde

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.