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Discover Brava, the island that lies just 20 km away from its older brother, Fogo Island. Swim in the beautiful warm natural pools of Fajã d’Água and explore Cape Verde’s most secret and authentic places.
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Itinerary
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1Brava
Get picked up at your accommodation or harbour, then depart toward Nova Sintra.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Nova Sintra
Make your first stop at Eugénio Tavares main square, and learn about the history of Morna, a Cape Verdean musical genre internationalized by Cesária Évora and considered Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Take pictures of empty colonial houses waiting for the return of the “Americanos” who have built them for their retirement.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Mato Grande
Next, drive through the pretty village of Cova Rodela and reach Mato Grande Village. There, visit Miradouro and enjoy a stunning view looking out over Nova Sintra towards Fogo Island.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Mato
Your tour progresses to Mato, from where you will see Fontainhas Mountain, the highest peak on the island.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Cachaco
After that head to Cachaço Village and have chance to see local goat’s cheese production, which the tiny production is usually exported to Santiago Island.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Tantum
Then, head to the west of Brava and reach Lomba in Tantum, a fishing village where locals go when they want to buy some fresh fish.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Faja de Agua
If sea conditions permit, take a break and swim in the beautiful warm natural pools of at Fajã D’Água. At lunch, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the city and taste some local delights in a typical restaurant.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
Nova Sintra (Pass by)
The tour finishes with drop-off back to your accommodation.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
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- 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.
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