Top Ilha do Fogo Bus Tours

Discover Cape Verdean hospitality on this guided walking tour in São Filipe. Explore the historic center, its Municipal Museum, and visit a local market where you can barter with locals.

The island of Fogo, the very natural and very contrasting, is ideal for hiking. During this hike, expect a change of scenery, varied and beautiful natural landscapes. The hike from Chã das Caldeiras reveals life in the giant crater, its villagers and its ecosystem. Then you will enter the forest park Monte Velha until you reach the heights of Ribeira Filipe on the western part of the island. From here you can admire the beauty of the landscape on the northern part of the island.

Beyond its famous volcano, the island of Fogo reveals an amazing diversity of landscapes and natural sites. This tour takes you to the western slopes of the island, between spectacular cliffs, authentic villages and lava flows shaped by volcanic eruptions. Along the way, enjoy magnificent views of São Filipe and its characteristic architecture. Then stop at the natural pools of Salinas, created by the meeting of the Atlantic Ocean and volcanic rock. If the sea conditions permit, you can swim there and enjoy a moment of relaxation in an exceptional setting. To complete this experience, enjoy a glass of punch of “Calabaceira”, a traditional drink made from baobab fruit. IMPORTANT: Minimum number of participants: 2

Discover Chã das Caldeiras, in the heart of Cape Verde’s largest active volcano, and enjoy an unforgettable experience in one of the most spectacular landscapes of the archipelago. Dominated by the majestic Pico do Fogo (2,829 m), this exceptional site offers a lunar setting where lava flows rub shoulders with vineyards, coffee trees and endemic plants. During the tour, discover the traces of volcanic eruptions and the incredible resilience of the inhabitants, who have been able to rebuild their lives at the foot of the volcano. Meet local people, immerse yourself in their history and admire a unique relationship between man and nature. Enjoy a tasting of the emblematic products of this volcanic land with an exceptional microclimate: wines, coffee, cheeses and artisanal specialties. An excursion mixing nature, culture, gastronomy and breathtaking panoramas. IMPORTANT: Minimum number of participants: 2