Cape Verde · CITY TOURS
Praia, Mindelo, Santa Maria and Cidade Velha each take about half a day on foot. The 15 below are priced and timed, with a note on which end at a market and which end at a bar.
You’ll explore Espargos with a local guide such as Chan, passing the airport, walking through the historic center, finding street art, visiting a viewpoint, and tasting Cape Verdean snacks and drinks at a local café. Hotel pickup and return from Santa Maria, Espargos, or Murdeira are included.
“Chan was amazing! So knowledgeable and the local food tasting was fantastic!”
Leave Mindelo for a five-hour circuit of São Vicente with a multilingual guide such as Sonia or Lino. Visit São Pedro, Calhau, Praia Grande, Baía das Gatas, Salamansa, and Monte Verde. Expect short walks, local farming scenes, a possible swim, tea or coffee at the mountain tea house, and lunch at your own cost.
“overall it was a satisfying experience, we've visited all the places we were supposed to see, unfortunately there was no visibility on the Monte Verde's peak. The lunch at the restaurant was very good ( not incl). Our guide Sônia was highly knowledgeable. Recommended”
Spend two hours in Praia’s Plateau and market area, then travel to UNESCO-listed Cidade Velha for Banana Street, Pelourinho Square, churches, cathedral ruins, and Fortaleza Real de São Filipe. Guides including Amerigo and Walter lead the tour in English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, or German. Hotel and harbor pickup are included.
“Ofrece una visión completa de la capital y alrededores, recomendable para hacerte una idea de la ciudad”
Travel from Praia into Santiago’s countryside for a 4-kilometer guided walk through farms, fruit trees, and grogue-making areas. Look for the symbolic kingfisher, visit a 400-year-old baobab, and finish in UNESCO-listed Cidade Velha. Guides including Antonio, Alex, and Americio lead small groups in English, French, or Portuguese.
“It was a beautiful route. The car was very small and the guide could have told us a little more or waited for the last ones in the group, who often missed out on things. We had to wait a very long time for the bus to take us back!”
Spend two hours touring Santa Maria with a local guide such as Alejandro or Djibril. Visit the market, meet a Cape Verdean family for fresh cuscuz and fidjos, see Shells Beach and the salt pans, then finish at Ponta Preta. Hotel pickup, transport, and a small group of up to 10 are included.
“Adoramos tudo....desde saber um pouco da história de cabo verde, o passeio em si...e terminar em casa de uma família e ter para comer cuscus e fidgi feito na hora foi muito bom.”
Spend four hours exploring Espargos, or choose Santa Maria, with a local guide and hotel pickup. Expect markets, churches, shops, architecture, local food pointers, and time for photos or shopping. Guides may include Djhon, Dias, Dany, Inorlando, João, or others. Food and drinks cost extra.
“Le guide était très bien. Par contre, la visite n’a aucun intérêt. Visite d’une ville en construction. Lors du tour de l’île, nous avions eu les mêmes explications.”
Meet your local guide for a private Santa Maria tour from Santa Maria, Murdeira, or Espargos. Visit the Pontão, watch fish sales, see colorful street art, taste Cape Verdean snacks and drinks, learn about local souvenirs, and enjoy city views. Tours are offered in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French.
“Ist leider Preis leistungsorientiert viel zu teuer aber der Service war gut”
Spend two hours walking through Mindelo with guides such as Marion, Suzy, Mario, or Valeria, visiting music bars, restaurants, a local meeting spot, and a night bar outside the center. Hear live Cape Verdean music, see traditional dance, taste grogue or ponche, and get useful advice on where to eat and listen to music later.
“I really loved this tour. Marion was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and easy to connect with. She shared amazing recommendations for bars and restaurants, and each spot helped me experience Mindelo in a more authentic, local way. I really appreciated how she blended culture, conversation, and fun throughout the night. A genuinely memorable experience — highly recommend!!!”
Travel from Santa Maria to Espargos with a local guide such as Chan, or Shan, and see Sal beyond the resort strip. Walk through the historic center, study street art, learn why Amilcar Cabral Airport mattered, taste local drinks and snacks, and finish with a town view. The tour lasts about 2.5 hours and includes hotel pickup.
“Very knowledgable guide who was from the area and showed us the sights from a local. Delicious local appetisers and interesting tour of street art. Lovely tour.”
Spend 4 to 5 hours exploring northern Boa Vista in a comfortable 4x4 with a local guide. Visit Rabil’s pottery school, the Santa María shipwreck, Fatima’s Chapel, and Sal Rei, then enjoy Cape Verdean snacks and drinks at Sodade Restaurant. Guides may include Cristian, Cristiano, Julie, or Tatiana.
“Bellissima esperienza insieme a Tatiana e Christian! Bravissimi.. tutto bello e buono da assaggiare…”
Travel from Mindelo to São Vicente’s coastal villages, Monte Verde, Baía das Gatas, and Calhau in a private vehicle for up to 10 people. Guides including Paulo, Danny, and Kalu share island life and history. Expect mountain views, locally grown tea, beach time, and a lunch stop at your own cost.
“Views from the top of the mountain were majestic! Tour guide did an outstanding job of telling us about life in this country. Very interesting!”
Spend four hours exploring Mindelo’s cultural center and market, then ride to Monte Verde, Salamansa, and Baía das Gatas. Guides such as Freddy, Elody, and driver Danny have led past outings. Expect a small-group tour of up to 20 people, with pickup offered and time for a beach walk or swim.
“It was a good way to visit the rural villages and mountains in S.Vicente. The view from the mountain and beach was great. The guide was very helpful to support my stay.”
Start at Mindelo’s Cultural Center and walk through the fish market, municipal market, and downtown streets with a local guide. Dani or Danny may lead, with pickup available from your accommodation. Expect stories about Cape Verdean culture, Carnaval, music, beaches, and daily life in a group of no more than 12.
“Dani the guide and Silvio the driver were great. I’ve originally booked a small tour but then decided to go for the full tour! Dani was really funny and very generous in terms of information, details. I recommand if you’ve just arrived in the island and want to get an overview of the spots and history.”
Spend 3 to 4 hours with Kapverden Tours exploring Praia and Cidade Velha. Expect a small group of up to six, hotel pickup, colorful markets, colonial landmarks, and a clear introduction to Santiago’s past. Guides such as Edson, Orlando, and José speak strong English and tailor the pace to the group.
“Edson was a great guide, very knowledgeable and perfect English. The tour took us to the main historical parts of the city and it was very helpful to learn about the history of Cabo Verde”
Travel from Praia to Cidade Velha, Santiago’s former capital, on a private 2-to-3-hour tour with transport and a local driver-guide. Visit Fort São Filipe, the ruined cathedral, Nossa Senhora do Rosário Church, Pelourinho, and São Francisco Convent. Nelson is one possible guide, and the tour suits visitors who want a compact introduction to Cape Verdean history.
“We booked this tour in order to learn more about the island. The stated duration was approximately five hours. We were finished with the itinerary in 2.5 hours and were asked to pay more if we wanted to do something else. Our driver, Nelson, Read more”
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