Embark on an unforgettable full-day tour from Mindelo and discover the breathtaking beauty of São Vicente. Explore the vibrant cultural city of Mindelo, known for its music, architecture, and warm hospitality. Stroll through lively markets, meet friendly locals, and shop for handmade souvenirs that capture the island’s charm.
Next, journey through the Calhau Valley, a lush green area surrounded by volcanic landscapes. Enjoy scenic stops where you can admire native wildlife and endemic plants unique to the island. Continue to Monte Verde Natural Park, the highest point on São Vicente, where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the island and the Atlantic Ocean.
End your day with a relaxing walk along one of São Vicente’s stunning white sandy beaches. Feel the soft sand under your feet and soak up the tranquil atmosphere as the sun sets over the horizon.
Highlights:
Explore the historical and culturally rich city of Mindelo
Mingle with locals at bustling markets and shop for authentic souvenirs
Admire breathtaking island views from Monte Verde Natural Park
Discover native wildlife and plants in the lush Calhau Valley
Relax on pristine white sandy beaches with epic ocean views
This Turkana Africa safari expedition is crafted for experienced travelers who want a private, remote, and carefully supported journey. The route is ideal for guests who value rare landscapes, cultural depth, and the feeling of reaching a part of Africa that still feels truly wild.
Moreover, because this style of travel requires strong coordination, HT Agency Tours focuses on realistic routing, trusted local support, private logistics, and clear planning before you travel. As a result, the expedition feels more confident, more personal, and better matched to high-value travel time.
The price is per person (double occupancy) and subject to change according to routing, accommodation level, local operating conditions, and private customization. Please contact us for a precise proposal based on your preferred dates and travel style.
DURATION: Tailor-made according to routing
AREA: Turkana region and selected Africa safari extensions
TRIP: Private expedition-style safari
ACCOMMODATION TYPE: Selected expedition and comfort-focused stays
TRANSPORT TYPE: Private logistics arranged according to route
ASSISTANCE: Guide support and local coordination
AVAILABILITY: On request, subject to season, safety, and route conditions
Before going to the center, we must discover the story told by the objects placed in showcases, labeled with information about authorship, the year of creation, material, weapons and technique used during the period of slavery and the war for independence.
Duration 30 mins
The permanent exhibithion tackles three major themes through a variety of approaches: the history and culture of the Cape Verde Islands, the universal language of art, the path of a “castaway” to salvation. A place for discussion and open debate to gain a better understanding of what it means to be human.
Duration 30 mins
From clothing, handicrafts and local music to Cape Verde, Sucupira Market is a must for anyone visiting Praia. A typical African market, full of colors and people, in Sucupira you can find almost everything. It is also a great place to practice your trading skills. Located on the farm, Sucupira market is the largest in the city and stands out not only for the joy they can convey to visitors, but also for the friendliness and helpfulness of the operators.
Duration: 30 minutes
Lighthouse or Praia Lighthouse is a Cape Verdean lighthouse located on Ponta Temerosa, on the west side of the port entrance of Praia, the capital of Cape Verde. It is located in the parish of Nossa Senhora da Graça, about 3.5 km SSE from the city, on Santiago Island.
Duration: 10 minutes
The Pro-Cathedral of Our Lady of Grace is a Catholic church on the east side of Alexandre Albuquerque Square, in Praia city center, on Santiago Island, Cape Verde. The church was built between 1894 and 1902. It is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Santiago de Cabo Verde, which was established in 1533.
Duration: 20 minutes
Alexandre Albuquerque Square is the main square of the capital of Praia, Cape Verde. It is located in the southwest part of the plateau, the historic city center of Praia.
Duration: 20 minutes
The Amílcar Cabral Museum Room, a memory space centered on the figure of the founder of Guinean and Cape Verdean nationalities and the struggle for national liberation, the museum has a thematic exhibition translated into photographs distributed on individual panels and linked to a theme such as , for example, the education, struggle, and biography of Amílcar Cabral.
Duration: 30 minutes
Later, drive to Monte Verde Natural Park to admire a stunning vista of the entire island as well as the other Cape Verde islands.
Duration 30 mins
Beautiful enclosed bay of blue/green water, with amazing views of the coast. This beach is where we have held the annual International Music Festival of Baia das Gatas for 35 years.
Duration 20 mins
LunchIn Calhau there will be a 3course lunch, serving typical local dishes (you have a choice of fish plate or meat).
Duration 1hr
Pass By: Madeiral
Around 2pm you will drink a coffee and leave the north-east back to Mindelo. On the way back you pass through Madeiral, a green long valley with many local farms – seeing plantations of banana, papaya, mange, palm dates, sugar cane, etc. You will return to the port at 4:00pm
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