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Discover the island of Cesária Evora, and its capital full of music and entertainment from Praia. Visit the historical heritage city, explore the green valley of Calhau, and enjoy the most beautiful beach of the island.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
If your pick-up location is not listed, please send us your address by email after Booking. For cruise passengers, we will pick you up inside the port, about 50 meters from the ship.
Itinerary
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1Sao Vicente
Get picked up from your accommodation, harbour or airport, and depart towards Mindelo city center.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Mindelo
Explore Mindelo, the capital of the island, known as the most welcoming and attractive city in the country. Visit its church, municipal market, pass through Cesária Évora's house and enjoy a panoramic view of the capital from the top of Fortin. The tour will continue along the Avenida Marginal to Praia da Bote to the African market, where the first community was established.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Mercado de Peixe
Meet locals and discover varieties of Cape Verdean fish.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Calhau
Then, drive to the eastern part of the island where animals, endemic plants and farmland can be seen along the green Calhau Valley until the fishing village of Salamansa.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Monte Verde
Drive to Monte Verde Natural Park, admire the stunning landscape of the entire island, and take beautiful photos of other Cape Verde islands.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Take a breack and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
7
Next, visit the village of Baía das Gatas and take a stroll through its shallow lagoons and then move on to the white sand dunes by the sea.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Praia da Laginha
The tour concludes with drop of at your accommodation.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Note that the Museum is closed on Sundays.
- Please bring sandals/flip flops, a towel, a hat, swimwear, and sunscreen.
- Note that the Municipal Market is closed on Sundays and holidays.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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