All Santiago Tours & Excursions in 2026

This tour is very up-to-date in terms of observation places, and will also help you to observe the most enchanted and beautiful birds

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 tour isn’t just sightseeing—it’s an invitation to experience Lithuania’s heart in a single, unforgettable day. Stroll through Palanga’s enchanting botanical park, breathe in the Baltic breeze on the iconic pier, and step back in time within Klaipėda’s ancient castle tunnels. Feel the city’s vibrant spirit at Atgimimo Square, where history and modern life blend seamlessly. Every moment is carefully planned for your comfort and peace of mind, with smooth transfers and plenty of time to relax before your cruise departs. Let us take care of the details while you soak in the beauty, stories, and soul of the Baltic coast. Don’t just visit—truly experience Lithuania. Book your adventure now and create memories that will last a lifetime. IMPORTANT NOTES -This is NOT a private tour. -If there are fewer than 6 passengers, the driver may also provide some information about the sites. Please note that the driver is NOT an official tour guide and is officially operating as a driver only.

If you visit Santiago Island on a cruise ship (Aida, tui Meinshiff Visits, Europa 2, MsN), and have a day available, then this day trip is perfect. It refers to a one-day excursion across the island and offers a perfect combination of the best sights and attractions, such as the capital Praia, the markets of Assomada, the Serra Malagueta Natural Park, the beach of Tarrafal, and the east coast as well as, important information about the history of people, their culture, fauna and flora, land and people, gastronomy and scenery.

Long live the magic OF Tarrafal, come DE discover one of Cape Verde's best-kept secrets! Discover the stunning beach DE black volcanic sand of Tarrafal — a unique setting where mountains, sea and silence meet. Relax in the warm sands and dive into the stunning natural pool, carved by the rocks and bathed POR crystal clear waters. A hidden paradise, perfect for those seeking pure nature and unforgettable moments. The most famous beach DE black sand DA island. The natural pool itself is an amazing place to stay and relax.

Get a comprehensive overview of Cape Verde’s Santiago Island on this full-day excursion that begins in Praia. Join a small group and discover the highlights of the island including the Assomada Market, Serra de Malagueta National Park, and Tarrafal Beach. Your tour also includes a visit to a local home where you learn to cook a traditional Cape Verdean breakfast.

Discover Tarrafal beyond the postcard: we combine the paradisiacal beauty of Santiago’s most famous beach with immersion in the local culture, with visits to exclusive viewpoints and the craft market. It is a tour that perfectly balances relaxation, photography and authenticity.

When your cruise ship pulls into port on Santiago, discover Praia and Cidade Velha with a personal guide to lead the way. After a tour of the capital city, including the traditional market, set off for a walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Historical highlights include the fortress, slave pillory, and several churches, including the first cathedral in Sub-Saharan Africa. This private shore excursion includes port pickup by minivan just for you and your party.

Observe the entire craft process, from the preparation of clay to the final cooking. • Experience molding your own piece DE clay with guidance from local potters. • Learn more about the culture, customs and stories that shape life in Fontilima. • Taste a small traditional snack DA village, made with affection by the locals. .Opportunity to create your own piece of art

This excursion allows the traveler to discover the flora and fauna of Cape Verde with a hike in the surroundings areas of the Malagueta mountain range natural park, a green area throughout the year and with stunning and breathtaking mountain views. In addition, you will be able to learn about the way of life of the valley's residents in the village of Principal and understand their lifestyle.

Ideal for: Nature lovers, adventurers, photographers, and cultural travelers. Breathe in the fresh mountain air and enjoy stunning panoramic views. Experience local life up close in authentic rural communities. Learn about the region’s history and ecology with experienced, passionate guides

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we make the people together with the locals, feel the real life from Cape Verde, make you feel at home like a family

If you have a few days to visit the Capital of Cape Verde this is for sure the best opportunity for you to get to know the insights of this amazing city of Praia and to combine it with the main highlights of the first city built by Europeans on the tropic( Old City).

Experience one of the most rewarding walks of the island of Santiago on this guided adventure to the Pico de Antónia, the highest point of the island, at 1,394 meters altitude. The experience begins with a pick-up in the morning, followed by a panoramic trip to the village of Rui Vaz, where the walk begins. The climb is challenging but rewarding, going through beautiful mountainous landscapes. At the top, feel touching the sky as you enjoy incredible panoramic views of the whole island. On bright days, you can still see the islands of Fire and May. An unforgettable experience for those who love nature, adventure and unforgettable landscapes.

This tour makes you know the entire island of Santiago, in one day, traveling inside the island of Santiago passing through beautiful mountains, magnificent landscapes, sometimes very green in the rainy times, and also very dry in the wife that does not rain, visiting traditional markets, passing through several cities during the entire tour. until arriving the town of Tarrafal which lies north of the island of Santiago,

Explore an excellent place to be in contact with the local people; Take beautiful photos from Serra Malagueta Natural Park and Principal Valley; Be in contact with an intact nature, rich in fauna and flora; Drive through the eastern side with incredible panoramic sea-land views.

Enjoy your very own private chef cooking delicious, healthy food in the comfort of your residence while you relax with your family, friends, and guests. I take care of menu planning, food shopping, cooking, serving, and cleaning. What makes me different: - personalised menus suited to dietary requirements - Professional and accomodating to your schedule - Cooking classes and sharing culinary knowledge - Great with kids and positive energy - The eclectic music that boosts mood - Easy to talk to and I love sharing life stories

Crusader Welcome! Bizarre rock masses of 100% volcanic rock; hot coast, cool inland: Accompanied by Don, the German emigrant in the Cape Verde Islands, we head to Assomada in the heart of the island on this trip, where the market, the large pedestrian zone with the church and open square, several statues of our heroes, ancestors and conquerors, and of course the 800-year-old and 30-meter-thick giant tree Poilão are the sights. We show you great angles for shooting photos and tell you the best tips from over four years of expatriate experience! The finale is a Groggu - beer - and fruit juice tasting, which we exclusively offer! Our co-guide Edney can speak English, French, and Portuguese. The motto in Cape Verde is: No Stress! Get in... enjoy... Take 1000 photos... tell more. This tour is ideal for cruisers, for example from MeinSchiff and AIDA.

This is undoubtedly the most complete guided tour in the political and economic capital of Cape Verde, this visit allows travelers to know all the insights of the most populous and most African city in the entire archipelago, it allows travelers to explore and discover the local culture , architecture, history and daily life of Cape Verdeans all in one tour.

Meet your local tour guide and discover the city center of Praia, the capital of Cape Verde. Learn the history of the city's settlements, walk through the colonial buildings, and experience the daily life of the locals. You will also visit the local market, taste local organic fruits at your own expenses, and have opportunity to purchase some souvenirs. The tour starts at the Alexandre Albuquerque Square and ends at Cape Verde's largest souvenir market.

If you are visiting the city for the first time, it is very important that you are guided by qualified professionals in order to ensure maximum security for your luggage and transportation to your accommodation. You will find your team at the passenger exit, we will have a KAPVERDEN TOURS agency logo for identification or your own name. Here you have some tipps for your arrival here: - Make sure to exchange your money for local currency (Escudos), this can be done at the airport exit, (1 Euro = 110,256). - If you haven't paid the online TSA (30 Euros), you will likely spend a bit more time in line. - Upon arriving at the airport, avoid handing over your luggage to porters to avoid embarrassment at the end. Book your transfer now and we will meet you at the airport.

You will be met at the airport by a trustly company You will not need to worry about negotiating the price. You will be transported safely to your destination. Just pick up your suitcase and we will take care of the rest.

This tour is unique, because you will visite the Cidade Velha (old city)considered a world heritage site, where you will visite the royal Fortress of Sao Filipe, the Cathedral, the Rua Banana which is the first urbanized street in cabo verde, visite the church of Nossa Senhora do Rosario, all those historical monuments will make this tour, the best tour in cabo verde, but before you will visite the plateau vegetable market, which is a very typical cape verde market where the workers are mostly womens, you will also visite to the colonial square Alexandre Alburquerque de Almeida,