Things to Do in Cape Verde
The best things to do in Cape Verde island by island — volcano hikes, community tours, music in Mindelo, turtle season and food experiences run by locals.
Cape Verde travel guides
Plan your trip with island guides covering landscapes, culture, walks and community experiences across Cape Verde.
Choose your Cape Verde guide
Santiago Island Guide, Cape Verde
A complete Santiago Island guide for Cape Verde: Cidade Velha UNESCO site, Serra Malagueta hikes, Tarrafal beach, Praia markets and community-led tours.
Fogo Island Guide: The Unbreakable Volcano Island
Fogo Island guide for Cape Verde: the unbreakable spirit of Pico do Fogo, Chã das Caldeiras hikes, volcanic wine and cheese, São Filipe colonial town, Festas de São João, beaches, trails and cultural attractions.
Cape Verde Hiking Trails
The best Cape Verde hiking trails island by island — Santo Antão's coastal paths, Pico do Fogo, Serra Malagueta and Monte Verde, with distances, difficulty and season.
Cape Verde Holidays: How to Plan Your Trip
Plan Cape Verde holidays with confidence: which island to choose, when to go, typical costs, flights from the UK and Europe, and how to travel sustainably.
São Nicolau Island Guide, Cape Verde
São Nicolau island guide for Cape Verde: Monte Gordo Natural Park hikes, Carberinho and Tarrafal beaches, endemic nature, Ribeira Brava culture and community stays.
Praia, Cape Verde: Tours, Homestays & Local Operators
How to book tours and homestays in Praia, Cape Verde: what local operators offer, small-group day trips, prices, how booking works and what travellers say.
Santo Antão Island Guide: A Refuge for Nature Lovers
Santo Antão island guide for Cape Verde: a refuge for nature lovers — the Cova crater, Paúl valley, Fontainhas, Topo da Coroa, grogue distilleries, markets, beaches, trails and cultural attractions.
São Vicente: Mindelo, music and Monte Verde
Discover São Vicente, Cape Verde: Mindelo, morna music, Monte Verde and island beaches.
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