Full Day Island Tour: Experience São Vicente Highlights in Cabo Verde with Green Line Tours
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47 Ratings
Mindelo
Experience the vibrant and lively São Vicente Island in Cabo Verde with Green Line Tours. Explore the cultural and historical attractions, scenic landscapes, and enjoy the local cuisine and music. Book now for a fantastic time!
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Fortim del Rei - Visit the old pirate fort lookout with amazing views of our Port City and learn about the history and culture of the Island
  • Centro Cultural do Mindelo - Visit the Cultural Center to observe the current talent on display, with its local bookstore and shop
  • Bronzestatue Diogo Alfonso - Visit the bronze Statue of Portuguese Navigator Diogo Alfonso - right in the heart of Mindelo, you will witness daily lifestyle and culture of the people, with fantastic views of our bay city
  • Mercado de Peixe - Lifestyle of Cabo Verde, Fisher men and women, coming in from the sea with a variety of beautiful fish. Fish is a staple in the Cabo Verdean diet; the fish market is the best place to find a wide and interesting variety of fish.
  • Praça Estrela - Walk through the lively markets of Mindelo with your local guide* (Fish, Municipal/Vegetable & Fruits, African)
  • Mercado municipal mindelo, sao vicente - Largest market in São Vicente, you will see a colorful array of fruits, vegetables, teas, liquors, and handmade local products.
  • Monte Verde - Ascend to the highest point on the Island of São Vicente, Monte Verde, 750 meters, 2,460 feet, here you will take in the fresh mountain air, smell the crop of fresh growing teas, observe the entire city of Mindelo with the best views! Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee at the natural tea house on top of Monte Verde.
  • Salamansa - Lively fishing village, witness and hear about living in the villages of São Vicente. Also home of he best beach for kite or windsurfing on the Island.
  • Baia das Gatas - Beautiful enclosed bay of blue/green water, with amazing views of the coast. Take some time for a swim.

This beach is where we have held the annual International Music Festival of Baia das Gatas for 35 years.

  • Baía das Gatas - Enjoy a swim or dive off of the trampolim into the clear blue lagoon at our famous beach of Baia das Gatas.
  • Estrada Baía das Gatas - Calhau - Drive along the stunning coastal road of North Baia / Praia Grande, the coastline here is sweeping of majestic white sand dunes and black volcanic mountains, with gorgeous changing blue waters. Head to our fishing village of Calhau also home of Volcano Viana
  • Calhau - Discover our Agricultural Oasis on the Island, and farm animals
  • Cemiterio do Mindelo - Hear about our cultural traditions, and religion. Have a look into our beautiful and peaceful cemetery.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Tea and coffee
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Lunch
Additional Information

We appreciate your consideration to join us for your travel to Cabo Verde! Our splendid 1️⃣0️⃣ islands offer a heavenly retreat with a myriad of activities for everyone to relish. We are Green Line Tours of Cabo Verde, local connoisseurs fervently dedicated to the cause of showcasing the enchanting beauty of our Islands:)

Veritably attractive, São Vicente is an animated, compact city bursting with life! Delectable food, charming cafés ☕️, harmonious music, pristine beaches and friendly local villages make for excellent stopovers for meals or drinks. It boasts the most splendid of Carnavals and Festivals. We assure you a self-discovery journey in this city! Come experience it with us and enjoy the prime essence of São Vicente to the fullest.
Taste the Cultural, Historical, City, Coastal, Landscapes

Professional Local Guide, Transportation, Tea or coffee at the peak of Monte Verde, and an assurance of a Wonderful time are included!

  • Let us know if child seat is required
  • Be advised that we will travel up to the summit of Monte Verde with high altitude.
Location
Cultural Center of Mindelo
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(47 Ratings)
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Surfing-17
Jul 18, 2024
Amazing - Wonderful tour with a passionated guide. Thank you for making our stay in Saõ Vicente memorable. We really enjoyed each and every spot we've visited.
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Pina_c
Jun 6, 2024
Well worth it - Excellent tour. Guide was very knowledgeable. Very exciting going up to the highest point and the views were amazing. It was a great way to explore the island.
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David_k
Jun 1, 2024
Best tour in Sao Vincente. - Fantastic tour guided by Danny - Best tour in Sao Vincente excellent for cruise ship passengers. Well balanced times aboard bus & sightseeing stops & lookouts. Highlights -Mount Verde drive with drinks at mountain top lookout & coastal drive between beach & lunch stop. Well organised.
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Julie_a
May 31, 2024
The town, the coast and the mountain - What a fabulous day exploring and learning about Cape Verde and life on Mindelo. Danny was a truly excellent guide and Beni(sorry couldn’t catch his name) the driver navigated the narrow mountain roads with ease. A great mix of activity and sightseeing with a delicious lunch and there was even time for a swim. Well managed and memorable day out.
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Ceugant2012
May 31, 2024
A Brilliant Trip - Lino and Lissio, were our Guide and driver. Both were very patient and caring of their passengers, going out of their way to ensure our senior passenger, negotiated stairs and the bus with easy. Definitely travel with the again.
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José
May 22, 2024
Fullday S. Vicente - Good tour, relaxed but well structured. The essentials of the island can be seen and leave you wanting to return. Very friendly and knowledgeable guides.
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Ildzeu2022
Apr 11, 2024
Excellent tour of Sao Vicente island. - We had a truly wonderful tour of Sao Vicente where we saw both the highlights of the capital (the culture center, fish market, African market etc.) and drove around the island. Our guide Rui Santos was very friendly, excellent driver and very knowledgeable about the history of the island. Highy recommended.
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Peter
Mar 15, 2024
Beautiful tour, great guide - Beautiful Tour, past all the highlights. Paulo is a great guide, tells a lot and is fun. We didn't have to see Mindelo anymore and could be picked up after the city tour.
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Kitten
Jun 1, 2024
Great Day - The tour around the Island was great. How ever our guide Danny was very hard to understand on the microphone. The lunch should be incorporated into the cost of the fare. We wasted a lot of time each paying individually. Danny also mentioned about seeing the turtles but that didn't happen.
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Fe_l
Mar 17, 2024
Overview sao Vicente - Good tour for highlights of area. Meeting location at exit of port. Great guide and driver. Recommended
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