Full-Day Tour of Sao Vicente from Mindelo

4.5
(32 reviews)

6 to 7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

Discovery of all landscapes of Sao Vicente with its beautiful beaches and volcanoes.
You start at 9:30 with a walking tour at Mindelo – the capital of the island (and cultural capital of the country), followed by a visit to Monte Verde, the highest peak of São Vicente to admire the beautiful panoramic view.
Then, you will get to know the Salamansa beach.
Afterwards we arrive at Baias das Gatas known for its famous music festival and its natural swimming pool.
Later, you will discover the hidden extinct volcanoes, overlooking the neighboring island of Santa Luzia and a large white sand beach, called "Praia Grande".
On the way back to your hotel, you will see the green valley of Madeiral with its typical agriculture (banana, papaya, dates, sugar cane, etc)

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
3-course lunch
Round-trip shared transfer
Air-conditioned vehicle
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Drinks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Mindelo

    At 9.30am you will be picked up at your hotel at Mindelo. Afterwards you will go to city center and do your first walking tour. Mindelo has beautiful colonial architecture, having rich history connected to British army and international trade from 18th till 21st century. Afterwards, you visit the markets and Cesaria Evora Museum and many other attractions.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Monte Verde

    Monte Verde is the highest peak of São Vicente, where you can enjoy a wonderful panoramic view.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Then, you drive to Salamansa - fishermen's villages on the north of the island.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Calhau

    Then, you drive to Baia das Gatas and Calhau. Baia das Gatas with its natural swimming pools (free time to swim) In Calhau you will discover its extinct volcanos and you will have a a 3 course lunch.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5

    On the way back you pass through Madeiral, a green long valley with many local farms - seeing plantations of banana, papaya, mango, palm trees, sugar cane, etc. You will return to your hotel around 4.30pm.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant meals not included
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Supplied by ATLANTUR, viagens e turismo,Lda

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Shore Excursions
Small Group
Worry-Free Shore Excursion
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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