Full-Day Guided Tour to Tarrafal: Island Exploration with Emphasis on Culture, History, and Nature

Journey across the island’s heartland before circling back along its shoreline.
Immerse yourself in its heritage and traditions.
Explore the Eco Center showcasing a variety of local fauna and flora. Discover the bustling market in Assomada and the Serra Malagueta National Park. Additionally, explore the quaint village of Casa de Rabelados.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Sao Domingos - Travelers will have an opportunity to visit a small farm with all domestic animals and all plant species we have in Cabo Verde Islands. Visitors can also try some natural juices and relax in the patio while enjoying the view.

  • São Lourenço dos Órgãos - Visitors will be able to visit the tallest mountain in the island Pico de Antonia located in the city of São Lourenço dos Órgãos and the Jardim Botânico Nacional Grandvaux Barbosa.

  • Assomada - Our guide will give you a tour of the famous market place and the house of Amilcar Cabral. Surrounded by mountains and farmland its located in the center of Santa Catarina the second biggest city in Santiago. Assomada plays an important commercial role and has a pleasant combination of urban areas and fields.

  • Serra de Malagueta - A protected park situated between three municipalities, Serra Malagueta is the highest point in the northern part of the island. There you will enjoy the fresh air, spectacular view and bird species.

  • Camp De Concentration Du Tarrafal - At the Concentration Camp in Tarrafal, visitors will be able to go inside the cells of the opponents to Portugal’s right-wing authoritarian regime.

  • Tarrafal Beach - Located in the northern part of the island, Tarrafal is a fisherman town with small city center and huge church. The city is situated by the Baía de Tarrafal, at the foot of Monte Graciosa. There the visitors will have free time at the beach and lunch at a local restaurant.

  • Calheta de Sao Miguel - Visit the small village “Casa dos Rabelados”. Visitors will be able to meet the locals and enjoy there art museum. Follow by tour to the traditional houses of the community and story . Visitors will enjoy the oasis and tropical atmosphere through out the coast of Santiago.

  • Pedra Badejo - Located in the eastern part of Santiago Island, it’s a fisherman town surrounded by small shops and black sand beach. There you will be visit the large banana and coconut fields.

  • Santa Cruz - Explore the small town, Monte Negro where production of “grogo” is available and taste samples of goat cheese.

What's Included
  • Lunch included
What's Not Included
  • Serra Malagueta entrance 2 Euros
  • Entrace at Tarrafal Camp 2 Euros
  • Entrance at Eco Center 2 Euros
Location
Sao Domingos
Cancellation Policy

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

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