Cape Verde · Trekking

4-Hour Coastal Trek in São Vicente with Praia Grande and Dunes

4 Hours Round trip from São Vicente Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek along São Vicente's contrasting northeast coast
  • 02 Pass Saharan sand dunes beside volcanic black mountains
  • 03 Explore Norte Baía and Praia Grande on foot
  • 04 Learn about local sea life and coastal culture
  • 05 Scenic drive past local villages and Monte Verde

Take a trek along the northeast coast of São Vicente through Baía das Gatas, Norte Baía, and Praia Grande. Walk beside a rugged shoreline of Saharan sand dunes, volcanic black mountains, and crystal-blue waters, and witness how the ocean's activity has shaped this incredibly diverse and dynamic coast. Along the way, learn about the island's coastal beaches, sea life, and local culture.

Walk along this contrasting coast of crystal-blue warm waters, Saharan sand dunes, volcanic black mountains, and rocky, lunar-like landscapes all the way to Praia Grande.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City São Vicente
Languages English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Coastal Trek from Norte Baía to Praia Grande

Drive outside the city along the mountainside road, passing local villages and Monte Verde, to Norte Baía, where the trek begins. Walk along this contrasting coast of crystal-blue warm waters, Saharan sand dunes, volcanic black mountains, and rocky, lunar-like landscapes all the way to Praia Grande. Along the route, learn about our coastal beaches, sea life, and the culture of our people.

Baía das Gatas, crystal-blue warm waters, Praia Grande

Where this trip takes you

Baía das Gatas, crystal-blue warm waters, Praia Grande

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off at accommodation in Mindelo
  • Private transportation
  • Professional tour guide (English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish)

What's Not Included

  • Lunch and personal expenses

What to bring

  • Please bring decent footwear (you may want to bring slippers along for after the walk), a hat, sunscreen, and water.

Know before you go

  • Activity for travellers over 6 years old.
  • The tour concludes with drop-off at your accommodation in Mindelo.
  • Path quality: walk on the coast, sand, some areas of wet stones, and rocky terrain; mostly flat, with some incline on dunes.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pick up at accommodation
Tour start
São Vicente, Cabo Verde
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 hours finish where they began, in São Vicente.

Watch the tourHQ film Watch the film

Create your own adventure

Can't find the perfect tour? Tailor your dream trip.

  • Tell us your destination, dates and group size.
  • Our travel experts and local guides design a tailored itinerary, just for you.
  • Enjoy your trip with peace of mind, knowing everything is taken care of.
Plan my holiday

Say goodbye to travel stress.

Starting from

EUR 65 /person
Book This Tour

When

Travellers

Total