São Vicente – São Nicolau – São Antão
An Immersive 8-Day Experience Across Three Islands
Discover São Nicolau, São Vicente and Santo Antão on an immersive eight-day journey, including three nights and four days in São Nicolau, two nights in São Vicente, and two nights and three days in Santo Antão.
Day 1 – Arrival in São Nicolau
Fly to São Nicolau, followed by a transfer by car and a short tour of the town of Ribeira Brava. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to the eco-farm for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 2 – Monte Gordo Hike
After breakfast, transfer to the starting point for a hike to Monte Gordo, the highest peak on São Nicolau, at approximately 1,300 metres above sea level. Afterwards, return to the eco-farm for a yoga and stretching session, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3 – São Nicolau Island Tour
After breakfast, explore the island by car, with a short walk and a visit to the beach.
Day 4 – Medicinal Plants Workshop and Return to Mindelo
After breakfast, take part in a workshop on medicinal plants and their uses before travelling back to Mindelo. Enjoy a free evening.
Day 5 – Journey to Santo Antão
Take the one-hour ferry crossing to Santo Antão. Enjoy a short, 35-minute walk, followed by a scenic drive to Ribeira Grande along the Estrada da Corda, with stops for photographs. Dinner and overnight stay in Ponta do Sol.
Day 6 – Coastal Hike from Ponta do Sol to Cruzinha
After breakfast, hike from Ponta do Sol to Cruzinha, followed by a transfer to Chã de Pedras for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 7 – Chã de Pedras, Paul Valley and Return to Mindelo
After breakfast, enjoy a short walk around the village of Chã de Pedras. Continue by car to explore the Paul Valley before returning to Porto Novo for lunch and taking the ferry to Mindelo.
Day 8 – Cultural Tour and Snorkelling
After breakfast, enjoy a cultural city tour of Mindelo, followed by snorkelling and lunch. End of the programme.
Three Islands. Eight Days. A Deeper Connection to Cabo Verde.
Discover Cabo Verde through the mountain trails of São Nicolau, the vibrant culture of São Vicente and the dramatic coastal landscapes of Santo Antão.
This eight-day journey combines hiking, island exploration and moments to unwind. Stay on an eco-farm, discover the traditional uses of medicinal plants, enjoy local flavours and explore villages that reveal the character of each island. From Monte Gordo to the coastal path between Ponta do Sol and Cruzinha, each day brings a fresh perspective.
With yoga, snorkelling and time to explore Mindelo, this is an invitation to slow down, follow your curiosity and experience Cabo Verde with Natour.cv.
You arrange your flights; we take care of the rest.
Guests are responsible for arranging their flights to and from São Nicolau. Natour.cv organises all other services included in the programme, including accommodation, ground transfers, ferry crossings, meals and activities, so you can relax and enjoy the journey.
Your journey through three islands starts here.