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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Enjoy a spectacular hike from the Monte Txota Natural Park, to Pico D’Antónia with 1394 meters of altitude. See endemic plants and birds, and enjoy beautiful views from Santiago Island’s highest mountain. Hike through the agricultural fields, local houses and visit a local family.
Picnic (soft juice + sandwich + fruit)
Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia or São Jorge dos Órgãos
Tour Guide
Liability insurance
Transportation
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
If your accommodation is not listed, please send us an email with your pick-up address.
Airport pick-up is not included. An additional fee will apply for travelers who require this service.
Praia, Praia, Cape Verde Begin your tour with pickup at your accommodation, and then head towards the village of Longueira in São Jorge dos Órgãos, where your hiking adventure awaits.
40 minutes
São Jorge dos Órgãos, Kaapverdië Start the hike at an altitude of 485 meters above sea level and walk between the local houses and agricultural fields of corn, mango, coffee, tomato and papaya, depending on the season. Visit a local family and get to know their daily life 60 minutes
Pico de Antonia, Ponta Verde, Cape Verde Move on uphill to the walking point of Pico D'Antónia. With an elevation of 1394 meters, this is the highest point of Santiago Island. Make a well-deserved stop for a picnic, enjoy stunning views and, weather permitting, be surprised by the nearby Fogo Island with its volcano lost on the horizon. 120 minutes
29PG+QQQ, São Jorge dos Órgãos, Kaapverdië Next, walk through the unspoilt Monte Txota Natural Park, see and learn about the endemic plants and birds threatened with extinction. Move on to a secret viewpoint and discover one of the best views on the island.
120 minutes
Rui Vaz, Kaapverdië Your hiking ends at an altitude of 1000 meters above sea level in the village of Rui Vaz.
Praia, Praia, Cape Verde Finally, be pick-ed up and trasnfered to your accommodation. 35 minutes
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Route File (Option 1) Walking Distance: +/- 9 km , Total Walking Duration: +/- 5 -6 hours Degree of difficulty: Very difficult Elevation gain: +/- 1050 m Elevation loss: +/- 600 m Max Elevation: +/- 1400 m Min Elevation: +/- 485 m, Trail type: One Way, Path quality: Tilty, narrow.
Suitable for walkers with some fitness and no health problems.
This activity is for travelers over 16 years old.
We strongly advise wearing hiking pants, especially from August to November. Additionally, bring hiking shoes and walking sticks as some trails may require level 1 climbing. Don't forget to wear a hat, apply sunscreen, and carry water.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Alexander S
17 Mar 2023
I can strongly recommend this tour. The hike was not too difficult. I enjoyed the wonderful nature and lookouts. The guide was very friendly and funny.
tripatib
06 Jan 2021
J'ai fait la balade avec le guide Garcia qui aime son Cap Vert et son métier tout est naturel il raconte explique avec plaisir. Le circuit offre des paysages sauvages avec le long du circuit des minis fermes avec de petits agriculteurs accueillant et souriants. Ca grimpe c'est parfois vertigineux mais Garcia s'adapte à votre rythme. Je recommande cette sortie au sommet de Santiago.
This tour in
Cape Verde
is organized by
Bu Country Tours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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