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Santo Antão Day Trip by Car – Explore Island Highlights
Santo Antao, Cape Verde
$102.94
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Santo Antão captivates with its lush landscapes, soaring peaks, and vibrant villages, inviting you to immerse yourself in its unique culture. This full-day excursion promises an unforgettable journey led by a knowledgeable local guide who will unveil the island's hidden treasures.
- 🚗 Highlights by Car: Experience the best of Santo Antão in a single day, visiting iconic sites like the Volcano Crater of Cova de Paúl and the charming fishing village of Ponta do Sol.
- 🌅 Sunrise Adventure: Begin your day with an early start, allowing you to soak in the breathtaking views as you ascend through the mountains.
- 🗺️ Arrive at Porto Novo, where your local guide will greet you and take you on a scenic drive through the island's stunning landscapes.
- 🏞️ Ascend along the old cobblestone road, passing picturesque communities and witnessing the daily lives of hardworking locals.
- 🌲 Stop at Pico d Cruz for panoramic views above the clouds, surrounded by lush pine forests and eucalyptus trees.
- 🌄 Marvel at the breathtaking vistas inside the Cova crater, where the mist nurtures the island's sustainable farming community.
- 🍹 Visit a local rum distillery in Eito, where you can taste the island's famous Grogue and learn about its production.
- 🏖️ Conclude your tour with a drive along the stunning coastal road, passing through mountain tunnels and witnessing the lighthouse at Farol de Fontes Pereira de Melo.
- ⛴️ Return to Porto Novo in time to board the afternoon ferry to São Vicente, followed by a convenient transfer to your accommodation in Mindelo.
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Highlights by Car, Porto Novo
Meet at Porto Novo
Excludes Ferry tickets
Duration: 7 hours
Highlights of Santo Antão : Porto Novo, Old Road, Volcano Crater of Cova de Paúl, Cova de Paúl Volcano, Ribeira de Torre - Xôxô, Ponta do Sol, Sinagoga
Mini bus
Paradise Awaits: Adventure begins at sunrise ⛰️ Santo Antão A Must Experience!
Meet at Porto Novo
Excludes Ferry tickets
Duration: 7 hours
Highlights of Santo Antão : Porto Novo, Old Road, Volcano Crater of Cova de Paúl, Cova de Paúl Volcano, Ribeira de Torre - Xôxô, Ponta do Sol, Sinagoga
Mini bus
Paradise Awaits: Adventure begins at sunrise ⛰️ Santo Antão A Must Experience!
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours
- Entrance: Grogue (Rum) distillery
- Local Professional guide (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese)
- Transportation
- Pickup and drop-off at starting point
- Lunch stop. The restaurant accepts euros, escudos, No cards. Please advise of any dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Personal expenses
Meeting point
We will have a sign with your name on it waiting inside the Garemaritima as you exit the Ferry - unless you have confirmed pick up with us at a local accommodation.
Return details
We will have a sign with your name on it waiting inside the Garemaritima as you exit the Ferry - unless you have confirmed pick up with us at a local accommodation.
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Porto NovoArrive to Porto Novo, as you enter the Garemaritima terminal you will be met by your local guide who will take you to all the Island Highlights in one day by car! Begin your journey ascending through the mountains
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Porto Novo-Ribeira Grande RoadBegin your journey ascending through the mountains along the old cobblestone road, you will pass by small communities with traditional thatched roof homes, donkeys carrying water, farmers working the land and the daily hardworking people of this incredible place
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Stop at Pico d Cruz, above the clouds with its green pine forest and eucalyptus trees, feel the cool breeze, take in the picturesque view of Paúl from up top.
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Atop of Cova you will have breathtaking views inside the crater; the mist from clouds allows this farming community to self-sustain.
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Drive on to Delgadin, the narrow mountaintop crossing which separates two major valleys, Ribeira Grande & Ribeira da Torre; famous for photographs while on Santo Antão
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Ribeira GrandeArrive to the colorful city of Povacao one of the main cities in Ribeira Grande with its colonial, also modern homes, and beautiful street art. We will make a stop for lunch in town.
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Ribeira de Torre one of the greenest and most fertile valleys in Cabo Verde, where you will find bananas, mangos, sugar cane, and breadfruit trees. Also a large tank pool used by locals for swimming and fun.
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Ponta Do SolThen on to the fishing village of Ponta do Sol, with its old port of Boca de Pistola (Mouth of the Pistol), where you can experience the arrival of the fisherman, and see the catch of the day!
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Taste our local rum, Grogue is produced here, visit the distillery to see how it’s made.
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PaulOn to the municipality of Paúl, with its grand Saint Anthony statue overlooking Villa das Pombas for its protection. Arriving to the village of Eito, we will visit our rum distillery, also known as Grogue, and have the opportunity to taste.
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JanelaTraveling back to Porto Novo via Janela on the new stunning coastal road, pass through fascinating mountain tunnels, and see the lighthouse, Farol de Fontes Pereira de Melo.
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Arrive to Porto Novo in time to board the afternoon ferry to São Vicente. Upon arrival to the Harbor, you will enjoy a transfer to your accommodation in Mindelo.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Santo Antão Day Trip by Car – Explore Island Highlights
Santo Antao, Cape Verde
$102.94
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!