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Mindelo · Barlavento · Cape Verde
Shore Excursion: Beaches, Villages and Monte Verde, São Vicente
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Pick up and drop off at Porto Grande Exit / Entrance gate (we will meet you by the administrative offices, about a 5-minute walk from the ship). We will have a sign with your name, and GREEN LINE TOURS staff will be ready to assist. We will journey out of the city for a day of sightseeing at some of the most beautiful coastal beaches, and learn about our culture by visiting our welcoming villages on São Vicente. Marvel at our beautiful, contrasting coasts, and take time for a swim, dive, or moment to put your feet in the sand of our pristine black and white sand beaches, while taking in the coastal breeze and breathtaking views. Experience life in the lived-in Villages of São Vicente, and have the best panoramic view of the Island from the top of Monte Verde, the highest point of São Vicente. Mindelo and the Coastal beaches are stunning from the top!
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Embark on a journey out of the city to visit some of the most beautiful coastal beaches
- Enjoy the refreshing coastal breeze, swim, dive, or simply relax
- Explore the welcoming villages of São Vicente and learn about the island’s rich culture
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
Pick up at accommodation in Mindelo Get picked up from your accommodation for a day of exploring and learning about São Vicente's outskirts Fishing Village of São Pedro Visit the lively fishing village of São Pedro, witness and learn about life in the Village Monte Verde Monte Verde (774m or 2,539ft) the highest peak in São Vicente, enjoy a cup of tea at the Tea House on the Summit of Monte Verde Fishing Village of Salamansa Experience life in the lived in Villages of São Vicente. This village is also home to water sport activities such as kite and windsurfing Baia das Gatas Visit and have a swim or dive into our famous beach, Baía das Gatas (Crater like blue lagoon beach), dive into the ocean from the pier. *Wear or bring your swimwear and towel if you would like to take a swim; there is no public changing place Coastal Road Baia to Calhau Drive on the most beautiful coastal road of North Baia, marvel at the contrasting long beach coastline with it black volcanic mountains, sweeping white sandiness, and crystal blue ocean. Calhau A quiet fishing village, home to Volcano Viana and the twin peaks. Agricultural Valley of Calhau Visit Calhau, an oasis! A charming small farming and fishing village also home of Vulcao Viana, one of the of last extinct volcanos on the Island. In the valley of Calhau we will see traditional farming by hand, animals, water wells, and windmills. Return to Mindelo After a fantastic day of exploring;oring the outskirts of Mindelo, return to your accommodation.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Mindelo
Local Flavor at São Pedro, Cape Verde.
Continued
Mindelo
Sightseeing at Monte Verde (Cape Verde).
Continued
Mindelo
Leisure at Baía das Gatas.
Continued
Mindelo
Eco Tour.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
- Pick up and drop off at Porto Grande Mindelo - Private transportation - Professional Tour Guide (English, French, Portuguese and Spanish) - Liability insurance
Not Included
- Lunch - Personal expenses - Gratuities
What to Bring
- Swim: wear your bathing suit and bring a towel, if desired (there is no public place to change your c- lothing) - Wear comfortable clothing, shoes, and sun protection - Bring a bottle of water
Meeting & Pickup
Pick up and drop off at the cruise pier and accommodation in Mindelo.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
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