1 / 5Full Day Shore Excursion, São Vicente, Mindelo, Highlights
About this activity
This arts & culture is one of the standout things to do in Mindelo, Cabo Verde. it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €75 per person. The Cosmopolitan City of Mindelo is vibrant and full of life, day and night, with its breathtaking arid landscape, rugged mountains with oasis valleys, tranquil villages and stunning coastal beaches; a MUST SEE Island! Explore with us!
Welcome to one of the most welcoming and beautiful Islands, with its small vibrant cosmopolitan city, full of life, day and night!
Hear about our history, culture, lifestyle. Enjoy the architectural style of our colorful buildings. Visit the bustling markets of Mindelo; Fish Market, African Market, and Municipal Market (closed on Sundays). From the lookout point, we will have the best views of Mindelo, Monte Cara, and Laginha Beach. Take a scenic drive to the top of Monte Verde, natural and protected park, the highest peak in Sao Vicente. Head to the small charming sea side fishing villages on the Island. Take a swim in the clear blue lagoon of Baía das Gatas, and marvel at the contrasting long beach coastline. Calhau is an oasis! A charming small farming and fishing village also home of Vulcao Viana, one of the of last extinct volcanos on the Island. In the valley of Calhau we will see traditional farming by hand, animals, water wells, and windmills.
Good to know
- •Duration: approximately 6 hours.
- •Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
- •Offered in 7 languages.
- •A specific meeting point is provided — check the Meeting point section below for the exact location and map.
- •Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Mindelo is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular arts & culture slots in Mindelo sell out.
Frequently asked questions
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- Half Day: Monte Verde and Villages, São Vicente
- Sunset Hike to Lighthouse, Dona Amélia, São Vicente, 2h



