Hiking from São Vicente to the Paúl Valley Crater of Santo Antão

• You will be picked up from your accommodation in Mindelo between 06:10 and 06:30, or meet your guide directly at the ferry terminal entrance at 06:30
• At 07:00, the ferry departs from São Vicente to Porto Novo, Santo Antão (approx. 1-hour crossing)
• Upon arrival around 08:00, a scenic drive takes you up the mountains via the Old Cobblestone Road to the crater rim of Cova de Paúl
• From the crater, your guided hike begins: a 5 km descent through the lush Paúl Valley, one of the greenest and most fertile areas in Cape Verde
• Along the 2–3 hour trail, you’ll pass through traditional villages, tropical fruit plantations (mango, banana, sugarcane), and meet local farmers and animals
• Take in panoramic views, stop for photos, and enjoy learning about local life and farming traditions in the Island of the Mountains
• Around 13:00, enjoy a well-deserved lunch at a local restaurant (not included, approx. €10–20, cash only)
• After lunch, visit a local grogue distillery to discover Cape Verde’s traditional sugarcane rum and taste it
• At 15:20, transfer back to Porto Novo for the ferry
• The 16:00 ferry returns to Mindelo, arriving around 17:00
• End the day with a drop-off at your accommodation in Mindelo

All participants must bring a physical copy of their passport for ferry travel (a photo on your phone is also acceptable)

Being in good physical condition is required to take part in this activity. Please inform your instructor of any medical conditions when booking.

All children must be accompanied by an adult

Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor directly to organize the meeting point and pick-up time.

Please list any dietary restrictions when booking.

This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people.

Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.

A minimum number of 2 participants is required to run this activity.