Cape Verde · CITY TOURS
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High season fills these up fast. Below are the 15 town & city tours to look at first, with current prices and what separates one from the next.
A 2.5-hour Espargos city tour with street art, local history, and Cape Verde tapas, plus hotel pickup for $35.
“Chan was amazing! So knowledgeable and the local food tasting was fantastic!”
Half-day São Vicente tour with village life, Monte Verde tea at 774 m, and a Baía das Gatas swim, plus Calhau farming stops.
“overall it was a satisfying experience, we've visited all the places we were supposed to see, unfortunately there was no visibility on the Monte Verde's peak. The lunch at the restaurant was very good ( not incl). Our guide Sônia was highly knowledgeable. Recommended”
A 4-hour guided tour linking Praia Plateau markets to Cidade Velha UNESCO sights, including Banana Street and Fortaleza views.
“Amerigo nous a fait partager sa connaissance de l'histoire de son pays avec beaucoup de professionnalisme dans un français plus que correct. si vous en avez la possibilité demandez à faire le circuit "à l'envers"( comme nous avons dû le faire du fait des embouteillages du lundi matin): vous commencerez alors par Santiago "historique" et terminerez par Praia "contemporaine". J'airais même préféré commencer par la citadelle de Cidade Velha avant la ville de Cidade Velha. Attention, l'entrée à la citadelle coute 500escudos (5€) par personne.”
Guided half-day hike from Praia to Cidade Velha, with a 400-year-old Baobab tree, farm fruit, and grogue stories.
“It was a beautiful route. The car was very small and the guide could have told us a little more or waited for the last ones in the group, who often missed out on things. We had to wait a very long time for the bus to take us back!”
A 2-hour small-group tour in Santa Maria, Sal, with market shopping, a home-style cuscuz and fidjos tasting, shells and beaches, plus salt pans.
“Ik heb genoten van de tour. Heb nog plekken gezien die wat verder gelegen lagen. De Cuzcuz en fidjos waren heerlijk!!! Top gids en chauffeur hele vriendelijke mensen.”
4-hour guided walk in Espargos on Sal with local stories, Church of São José, market time, and Cape Verde crafts. Pickup included.
“Dias is een man van zijn woord. Stipt op tijd en hij laat echt de Cabo Verde No Stress mentaliteit zien. Wat heb ik genoten van Espargos en alle mooie traditionele dingen. Kort en krachtig. Goed werk. 5 sterren meer dan verdiend!”
Guided Santa Maria street art and tapas tour on Sal, with Pontão views, local snacks, and hotel pickup for small groups.
“Ist leider Preis leistungsorientiert viel zu teuer aber der Service war gut”
Mindelo by Night: 2-hour guided walk through Mindelo bars and live music, with grogue or ponche and a dance show.
“I really loved this tour. Marion was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and easy to connect with. She shared amazing recommendations for bars and restaurants, and each spot helped me experience Mindelo in a more authentic, local way. I really appreciated how she blended culture, conversation, and fun throughout the night. A genuinely memorable experience — highly recommend!!!”
Espargos street art walk, Cape Verde tapas, and local life in a small-group 2.5 hour tour from Santa Maria with pickup.
“Frienfly and comfortabke atmosphere. in 2 1/2 hours you get all informations you need. Small group of 6 Pax was perfect.”
4x4 Northern Boavista tour to Rabil pottery, the Santa Maria shipwreck, Fatima’s Chapel, Sal Rei city, and Cape Verde snacks at Sodade.
“Bellissima esperienza insieme a Tatiana e Christian! Bravissimi.. tutto bello e buono da assaggiare…”
5-hour São Vicente tour from Mindelo with Monte Verde summit views, tea at the top, and beach time at Baía das Gatas and Calhau.
“J’ai passé une journée inoubliable avec Paulo. L’expérience était excellente. Les conversations étaient riches. Je vous recommande de sortir de Mindelo pour voir la beauté de l’île et connaître son histoire à travers ce parcours où vous passRead more”
A short Mindelo walking tour with a local guide, free market stops, and practical tips on Morna, Carnaval, and beaches.
“Guias e motorista excelentes. Almoço com óptima relação preço qualidade. Muito bom o mergulho na baia das gatas.”
Half-day tour of Mindelo and São Vicente villages, with Monte Verde 360 views, Salamansa beach, and Baía das Gatas sea time.
“Elodie did a fine job with the group she had. The pace was a bit slow for my tastes, but there were lots of elderly and limited people from the ship, so it was understandable. The views from the top of Monteverde were wonderful, and I enjoyed seeing local people in their ordinary lives.”
Guided Praia and Cidade Velha tour from Santiago. See markets, a Portuguese church, then World Heritage Old City in 3 to 4 hours.
“It was a wonderful experience in Cidade Velha, the tour guide was very profecional and explained everything very clear, we fully recomend this tour with Kapverden tours”
Guided Old Town walk in Praia’s Santiago, Cidade Velha, from Fortaleza Real de San Felipe to Pelourinho, with pickup.
“We booked this tour in order to learn more about the island. The stated duration was approximately five hours. We were finished with the itinerary in 2.5 hours and were asked to pay more if we wanted to do something else. Our driver, Nelson, Read more”
