3-Day Santiago Tour: Culture, Community & Coast

A tasting of authentic Cape Verdean grogue with a local family.
The colorful fishing boats are a familiar sight on the beach of Tarrafal.
Tarrafal is still a lively fishing village with its own rhythm.
The characteristic, rugged mountain landscape of Santiago's interior.
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Overview

  • Duration:3 days
  • Tour Type:Multi-day tours
  • Language:English, French, Dutch, Portuguese
3-day Santiago: Culture, Community & Coast combines three completely different sides of the island — history, local life, and nature — into a single tour, each with a full day. On day 1, you visit Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the first European colonial settlement in the tropics, featuring plantations, a grogue tasting, and the fortress. On day 2, you get acquainted with local life in Pedra Badejo: a coconut plantation, an authentic fishing village, and the black sand beach. On day 3, you finish along the coast: you relax on the beach of Tarrafal and swim in the natural pools on the north coast.

All three days you depart from Praia and are brought back at the end of the day—an overnight stay is not necessary. This way you experience the culture, community, and coast of Santiago in three full days, without having to change accommodations.
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From €289 per person for 2 people

Duration: 3 days

Group discount from 3 people, up to a maximum of 8 participants. Children aged 4 to 12 receive a 25% discount. The group discount applies per category: adults and children each have their own rate scale.

Number of peoplePrice per person
1€359
2€289
3€269
4€255
5-6€239
7-8€225

Highlights

  • UNESCO World Heritage Cidade Velha with local guide and lunch at Cabral & Martins
  • Pedra Badejo: coconut plantation, authentic fishing village and black sand beach
  • Relaxed beach and swimming day in Tarrafal, including natural pools
  • Three days out with a local guide, with lunch included all three days
  • Comfortable transport from Praia all three days
  • No overnight stay required: daily departure and return from Praia

Included / Excluded

  • Daily pickup and drop-off in Praia
  • Transportation during all three tour days
  • Local guide
  • Lunch all three days
  • Admission to Cidade Velha, Pedra Badejo and Tarrafal beach
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Personal expenses
  • Unconfirmed paid activities
  • Pickup outside Praia (on request, depending on location and any surcharge)

Cancellation

You can cancel up to 48 hours before the experience for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is accommodation included?

No. You arrange your own accommodation in or around Praia.

Where and when does the tour start?

All three days the tour starts at 08:00 with pickup in Praia. After each tour day you will be brought back to Praia.

Can I book this tour right now?

Yes! Click the "Book now" button at the top of this page to book directly and securely for the next available date.

How strenuous is the hike in Serra Malagueta?

The hike is of intermediate level and takes about 8 hours including breaks and lunch. A basic level of fitness is sufficient; sturdy hiking boots are recommended.
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