Top Ilha do Fogo Nature Walks

Take on the challenge of climbing Pico do Fogo, the highest point in Cape Verde at 2,829 metres above sea level. This hike is a must-see experience for lovers of mountains, nature and adventure. Accompanied by an experienced local Guide, you will climb the slopes of this majestic volcano still active through spectacular volcanic landscapes. The ascent is demanding and requires good physical condition, but each effort is rewarded with an exceptional panorama of the island and ocean, as well as a unique sense of accomplishment. The descent on volcanic ash is as fun as it is unforgettable. An intense adventure, rich in emotions, that will remain etched in your memory. IMPORTANT: Minimum number of participants: 2

Enjoy a spectacular walking adventure that you have certainly never done before. Leave Portela village on a traceable path passing through sporadically planted fruit trees and vines pushing gently upwards.

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

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

This hike, in the crater of Chã das Caldeiras, allows you to climb to the small crater formed by the volcanic eruption of 2014. It is the youngest crater on the island: the small Pico. In this lunar landscape, vegetation (endemic plants and vines) manages to grow here and there. What a contrasting colorful landscape! Another sadder vision is the observation of the destruction caused by the lava flows rejected by this small crater. The inhabitants of the village show courage and are back after leaving their buried homes. Somehow, they rebuild their lives next to the volcano, for which they have great respect. This hike offers a festival of the senses. Visual, olfactory (smell of sulphur), an almost silence touched by the breath of the wind. And finally this contact with this soil of rocks and lava: everything is there to live an exciting "volcanic" experience. IMPORTANT: Minimum of participants: 2 people