Top Praia Day Trips

You will have an incredible day where you can refresh yourself while discovering places that will surprise your eyes. In the morning, you will be on a boat to discover one of the 7 wonders of Santiago Island. During the afternoon you can relax in the natural pool and on the long beach of fine black sand at Ribeira das Pratas.

Enjoy a full-day tour exploring the interior and coast of Santiago Island, the best way to discover Cape Verde’s culture, history, and landscapes. After morning pickup, travel to São Domingos, Órgãos, and Picos to admire impressive mountains. Continue to Assomada City to visit the local market and experience daily island life. Stop at Good Entry to see the largest and oldest tree in Cape Verde, the 700 - year-old Kapok tree. Visit Serra Malagueta Natural Park for breathtaking views from 1,000 meters above sea level. Head to Tarrafal City to explore the historic concentration camp, relax on Tarrafal Beach, and enjoy time for swimming and lunch. In the afternoon, drive along the east coast to the Rabelados village, then continue through Calheta to Pedra Badejo to see the country’s largest banana plantation. This tour combines nature, culture, history, and beach time for an authentic Santiago Island experience.

This activity is great for travelers looking to mix fitness and sightseeing. Travel to the Monte Tchota Natural Park and ascend 1400m - the highest point on Santiago Island. View endemic plants and birds and local agriculture. Depending on the season, you'll see corn, mango, coffee, or tomatoes growing. Visit the houses carved into the Longueira mountains and talk with a local family to hear more about the culture and life of the region.

Hiking with a guide through Serra Malagueta ensures you don’t get lost on the network of trails. Nature lovers enjoy exploring this forested region of Santiago. Search for endemic plant and animal species and stop for photos at the viewpoint. Snacks, admission fees, and pickup in Praia are included in the tour.

Set out on a journey to explore the diverse landscapes of Santiago Island, from picturesque valleys to historic sites, on this small-group tour. Discover vibrant markets in São Domingos and Assomada, visit São Jorge's botanical garden, and delve into the history of Tarrafal's prison-turned-museum. Relax in the azure waters of Tarrafal Bay and visit Rabelados village, where unique traditions thrive against the odds.

Discover the very best of Santiago Island on this exclusive full-day tour. Journey through spectacular mountains, fertile valleys and picturesque villages while discovering the island's rich history, vibrant culture and unique traditions. Visit Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest colonial settlement in sub-Saharan Africa, including the impressive Fortress of São Filipe. Continue to the former Tarrafal Concentration Camp, an important historical landmark that tells the story of Cape Verde's past. Relax at the stunning Tarrafal Beach and enjoy a traditional Cape Verdean lunch with drinks at a local restaurant. End your day at the peaceful São Francisco Beach before returning to Praia. This unforgettable experience combines history, culture, authentic gastronomy and breathtaking landscapes in one remarkable journey across Santiago Island.

This tour is ideal for those who want to get around like a local in Praia, the capital of Cape Verde. Discover the best restaurants, bars, and cafes in Praia, learn about the city's history and culture, and find out what to do and see on a visit to Santiago Island. This tour is the perfect way to make the most of your stay in this lively port city.

This hassle-free tour is one of the best ways to explore all of Tarrafal island, visiting farms, mountains, markets, protected parks, and much more. You have convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, plus transportation provided for the entire tour taking you to all corners of the island. Visit the Eco Center (additional fee) to see local animals and plants, visit the Casa De Rabelados community, and enjoy an included lunch, too.

There are places you don’t visit with your eyes alone. Visit with the soul. Imagine standing in front of the blue infinity, feeling the same wind that for centuries blows stories of courage and longing. Imagine putting your feet where one day pages of pain were written, but also of endurance and hope. Imagine walking through ancient streets, where every stone holds memories that time has not erased. Here, silence speaks. The breeze has secrets. And the heart shakes, in a mix of respect and admiration for everything that happened there. We didn't just show him monuments. We have come to invite you to feel what few have the opportunity to feel: the true pulse of Cape Verde, the strength of a people who transformed suffering into beauty, pain into dance, longing into song. This tour is for those looking for more than photos. It's for those who want to carry something that doesn't fit in the suitcase: a memory that stays stored in the chest forever.

This is a unique and authentic experience in Santiago Island, where you get to know the rural life of the islanders up close, with a short hike in the banana plantations and local fruit tastings like seasonal fruits such as coconuts, papaya, mango and sugar cane.

Take a private tour and explore Santiago's highlights with a local tour guide. Experience a workshop with a local family and learn to make Cape Verde's famous cuscus. Visit the colorful Assomada Market and cross the Serra Malagueta Natural Park to take a dip at Tarrafal beach, the most beautiful on the island. Meet the community that preserves Cape Verde's oldest customs and learn about the local culture.

Discover the two faces of Santiago in one day! This exclusive tour takes you from the vibrant energy of the Planalto and the Sucupira market in Praia, to the historic tranquility of the Old Town (world heritage) and the D. Maria Pia Lighthouse. An authentic dive into the Cape Verdean soul, where culture, history and stunning landscapes meet. Perfect for those who want to live the island beyond the obvious, with local guides and strategic stops for unforgettable photos.

Let our local guides show you the sights of Santiago Island on this private tour. See fortresses built against pirate attacks, the ruins of ancient cathedrals, even visit a former slave market, now used as a fish market. Talk to locals, try a local cooking workshop, and swim in the clear blue sea before being dropped back at your accommodation.

Ascend to the height of the Pice D'Antónia Mountain. Traverse diverse terrain including agricultural fields growing corn and mango, local homes, and families. Hike up the mountain and enjoy stunning views, including of Fogo Island with a volcano and indulge in lunch. Moving through Estação de Monte Tchota National Park, discover native plants and birds before finishing at the village of Rui Vaz.