Cape Verde · Beach & Island

6-Hour São Vicente Island Sightseeing Tour with Monte Verde and Beaches

6 Hours Round trip from Mindelo Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Admire the beautiful views over the Bay of Mindelo
02 Explore the secret beaches of Palha Carga and Sandy Beach
03 Visit the agricultural valley of Ribeira de Calhau
04 Reach Monte Verde, the highest point of São Vicente Island
05 Discover local life in Mindelo's markets and at the Cesária Évora Museum

Explore the highlights of São Vicente Island on this 6-hour tour, from the vibrant city of Mindelo to Monte Verde, the island's highest point. Take in the fantastic northern coast with its attractive beaches, visit the fishermen's villages of São Pedro and Salamansa, and discover the agricultural valley of Ribeira de Calhau. You will also explore the secret beaches of Sandy Beach and Palha Carga while getting a glimpse of local life on the island.

Head to Monte Verde, the highest point of São Vicente Island, and taste local sugarcane rum or a typical coffee.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Mindelo, São Vicente

Languages English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

São Vicente Island Highlights Tour

Meet your tour guide and visit the city of Mindelo.
Visit the different markets and the Cesária Évora Museum, and discover a little of local life.
Head to Monte Verde, the highest point of São Vicente Island, and taste local sugarcane rum or a typical coffee.
Explore the fishermen's village of Salamansa and its beautiful white sandy beach.
Visit Norte de Baía and continue to Calhau, a settlement in the eastern part of the island.
Discover the agricultural valley of Ribeira de Calhau.

Return to Mindelo at the end of the tour.