Top Santo Antao Private Sightseeing Tours

Take a private full-day tour of Cape Verde’s Santo Antão Island with hotel pickup included. Highlights include the picturesque Cova Crater, Topo da Montanha do Delgadinho with panoramic views, and a delightful lunch in Ribeira Grande. Explore Ponta Do Sol's historic charm and visit the stunning Paul Valley, known for its beauty and local interactions. The itinerary can be customized to your preferences.

Cover some territory on this gorgeous hike that takes you and your private group to Fontainhas, renowned for its awesome views. Plus you visit Praia das Aranhas to see nesting turtles and possibly cool off with a swim. Your guide shows you the best route so you won’t get lost, and won’t miss any of the views. Enjoy lunch during your hike (additional cost), and then finish up in Cruzinha fishing village.

Discover one of the world’s most breathtaking coastal trails on the Ponta do Sol – Cruzinha hike. With dramatic cliffs, endless ocean views, and colorful villages like Fontainhas along the way, every step is a postcard moment. Guided by local experts, you’ll learn about Cape Verde’s history, culture, and traditions while enjoying authentic encounters with friendly villagers. This tour combines natural beauty, cultural immersion, and a true sense of adventure you won’t find anywhere else.

We will make you meet the local populations, so that you can discover their culture, their history and share good moments of life.

Explore the natural beauty and authentic culture of Santo Antão on this 3-day guided hiking adventure. Starting in Porto Novo, you’ll traverse dramatic volcanic landscapes, fertile valleys, and iconic cliffside villages. Day 1: Hike from the scenic Cova Crater down into the lush Paúl Valley, filled with tropical fruit plantations and coffee fields. Savor a picnic or family-style lunch and stay overnight in Paúl. Day 2: Walk along the famous coastal trail from Cruzinha to Ponta do Sol, passing Fontainhas, one of Cape Verde’s most photogenic villages. Overnight stay in Ponta do Sol. Day 3: Hike through the peaceful agricultural fields of Cha de Pedras to Coculi, followed by lunch with a local family. After a final 1-hour trek to Coculi, transfer back to Porto Novo for your ferry. This tour includes local guides, all transfers, luggage transport, and delicious family-style meals, giving you the perfect mix of adventure, culture, and comfort.

Explore Santo Antao, the most amazing island in all Cape Verde and get amazed with its wonderfull landscape as can not find anywhere else, drive on the narrow road and feel the adrenaline of Delgadinho, breathe the pure air of the mountains and green valleys, visit a local distillery and try Cape Verde Rum and its various flavors.

Discover the heart of Santo Antão on this immersive hike through one of the island’s most fertile and authentic valleys. After meeting at Veleiro for a short briefing and enjoying the fresh Atlantic breeze, you’ll be transferred to Cabo de Ribeira, a small rural village spread across lush farmland beneath the impressive Cova Crater. Your hike starts here, passing fields of sugar cane, coffee plants and local crops such as tomatoes, cabbage and paprika. The trail leads up to Pico António, where you’ll visit a local family, relax and enjoy a cup of locally grown coffee while taking in breathtaking views over the valley. Afterwards, you’ll hike down to the village for a traditional homemade lunch with a family living in the valley. To finish, you’ll visit a local distillery to learn about the production of grogue (local rum) and molasses, enjoy a tasting and have the opportunity to buy local products and souvenirs. A perfect mix of nature, culture and authentic local life.

Discover the stunning beauty of Santo Antão Island on a full-day guided tour. Adventure through volcanic landscapes, green valleys and traditional villages while learning about the rich local culture. The tour includes stops at panoramic viewpoints for spectacular photos and a typical Cape Verdean lunch for a true gastronomic experience. With a professional place guide, you will have access to cultural insights and fascinating stories of the region. - Explore the iconic mountains and villages of Santo Antão - Enjoy stunning views on the famous Corda road - Immerse yourself in local culture with stops in traditional villages - Includes comfortable transportation and traditional Cape Verdean lunch