Cape Verde · Hiking

4-Hour Hike in Serra Malagueta to Principal Valley Village

4 Hours Round trip from Praia Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek through the scenic landscapes of Serra Malagueta Natural Park
02 Explore Principal, one of the greenest valleys on Santiago Island
03 Experience country life and interact with local people in the valley
04 See diverse plants, fruit trees, and local agricultural products
05 Savour the flavours of rich and varied local cuisine

Embark on a 4-hour hike through Santiago Island's stunning Serra Malagueta Natural Park to the enchanting Principal Village. Discover one of the greenest valleys on the island as you walk through lush landscapes filled with diverse plants, fruit trees, and local agricultural products. Along the way, experience country life, interact with local people, and enjoy the flavours of authentic local cuisine before descending back to your starting point.

Discover one of the greenest valleys on the island as you walk through lush landscapes filled with diverse plants, fruit trees, and local agricultural products.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Praia, Serra Malagueta

Languages English, French, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hike Through Serra Malagueta to Principal Valley

The hike starts from Serra Malagueta Natural Park and goes to Principal Village.
Principal is one of the greenest valleys on Santiago Island and is a perfect place for hiking. As you enter the valley, you experience country life and interact with the local people.
You can observe the green landscapes surrounded by different types of plants. The presence of fruit trees and local agricultural products contributes to a rich and varied local cuisine.
All this offers the visitor a memorable experience during a 4-hour hike.
Descend back to your starting point.