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- French
- Spanish
Explore one of the most welcoming and beautiful remote hiking trails on the island of Santiago and experience the hospitality of Cape Verdean peasants and families who live in the mountains. Marvel yourself at incredible views from the top of the natural park of Serra Malagueta and learn about the local fauna and flora.
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Meeting and pickup
If your accommodation is not listed, please send us an email with your pick-up address. Airport pick-up is not included. An additional fee will apply for travelers who require this service.
Itinerary
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1Praia
Enjoy a pickup from your hotel and start the day with this exciting hike to one of Santiago's most beautiful trails.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Serra de Malagueta
The first stop is Serra Malagueta Natural Park, with an elevation of around 1,000 meters above sea level, hike among the park's endemic plants and enrich your knowledge of the local fauna and flora and enjoy breathtaking views of jagged hills and unforgettable landscape. Then, start your way down through the greenery and pass pleasant landscapes of deserted villages with a chance to see gray-headed kingfisher birds Please note that the €2 per person to the park entrance is not included.
4 hours • Admission ticket not included -
3
Meet local families on the way down and learn about their history and way of life in remote mountain areas. Stop for a picnic and continue towards the east coast and cross the Gongon to the magnificent Hortelã valley where your tour ends.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Praia
From here, be transferred back and the tour ends with drop-off at your accommodation.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We strongly advise wearing hiking pants, especially from August to November. Additionally, bring hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen and water. Activity for travelers over 16 years old.
- Route File: Walking Distance: +/- 12,5 km // Total Walking Duration: +/- 4 – 5 hours // Degree of difficulty: Difficult // Elevation gain: +/- 580m // Elevation loss: -/+ 1100m // Max Elevation: +/- 1035m // Min Elevation: +/- 110m // Trail type: One Way // Path quality: Both flat and Steep going down hill and safe.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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