Cape Verde · SãO VICENTE & MINDELO
16 reviewed
Mindelo is the country’s music town, and São Vicente around it is dry mountain and empty coast. Below: town walks that finish where the morna is played, the early ferry to Santo Antão, snorkelling with turtles in the bay, and the drives around Monte Verde. Prices and durations for each.
90-minute sea turtle snorkeling from Mindelo with pickup, gear, and a guided swim in São Pedro, São Vicente, Cape Verde.
“Our guide, Eddie, was incredibly helpful, kind, and patient. He guided us close to the turtles and stayed with us. It was my first time and I would definitely do it again !”
Snorkel off São Vicente with sea turtles, guided gear and life jackets, plus a boat ride from São Pedro. 1 hour tour for $70.
6-hour São Vicente island tour from Mindelo: Mindelo culture, Monte Verde views, Salamansa, Baía das Gatas swim, Calhau lunch.
“The tour was very lovely and the guide knew his stuff aswell. We came a bit late and had to change pickup point unexpectatly but this was no problem since the owner came to pick us up in the new spot in no time. On our way to the group he filled us in with the information we missed out on, top service and very friendly symphatic guy. Our personal highlights were the fishing village of Salamansa and its beach and also the highest point of the island. In the end though we thought the price of 70 euros pp. Is maybe a bit over the top, but this is…”
Explore Santo Antão on a guided day trip from São Vicente, with Cova de Paúl crater views, Ponta de Sol, Vale de Paúl, and round-trip ferry.
“Pasamos un día excelente gracias a nuestra guía Maira y el conductor. Fueron muy agradables, nos explicaron todo con mucha dedicación y detalle, fue un auténtico placer. Totalmente recomendable!”
A 6-hour São Vicente island highlights tour from Mindelo to viewpoints, markets, beaches, dunes, and Monte Verde, with pickup included.
“We hebben enorm genoten van onze eiland tour. Onze gids Fredy bracht ons met veel enthousiasme naar allerlei plekken en vertelde hier van alles en nog wat over. Wij hebben een leuke trip gehad en zeker een aanrader!”
Small-group São Vicente tour with Mindelo markets, Monte Verde tea views, and a Baía das Gatas swim. Pickup included.
“Leuke trip met veel info over het eiland, heerlijke lunch, met een uitstekende gids genaamd Rui. Leuke ervaring.”
Shop Mindelo’s municipal and fish markets, cook Creole dishes at Catia’s home, and eat what you make, small group.
“Catia and Marcus were fantastic hosts. We were the first ones that didn’t like fish, so Catia had to improvise. She did that very well. The shopping at the market and the stories of Marcus was very nice. We helped Catia in the kitchen and she prepared a delicious meal. Very much recomended!”
Half-day São Vicente tour with Monte Verde views, tea tasting, Mindelo markets, and a swim at Baía das Gatas, with pickup.
“Hernany and Rui were the best guides to show us the island and the great sites! Had a great time and they were both knowledgeable and informative about the area and region. Truly appreciated everything they did! Also the meetup point was easy and well coordinated.”
Snorkel off S. Pedro in São Vicente, Cape Verde, for sea turtles with a small group, safety-first guidance, and pickup from Mindelo.
“Hat alles super funktioniert und ich hatte riesigen Spaß mit den Schildkröten.”
São Vicente half-day tour from Mindelo: pirate fort views, Mindelo markets, Monte Verde tea, Salamansa, and Baía das Gatas swim.
“This tour exceeded our expectations. We saw the majority of top sites in Sao Vicente in the time allotted. Had we not taken a tour, we would never have realized how beautiful the city and island are. The tour company is extremely well organized. They communicated with us several times before we docked at the cruise terminal. They met us just outside the terminal door, checked us in, and then assigned us in groups to 9-passenger vans. Our guide and driver were both excellent. Our guide, Jaimie, was knowledgeable, affable, and passionate about his island. He shared his vast knowledge of his country's history and current conditions. He answered every…”
Half-day São Vicente tour: Mindelo market, Monte Verde views, barefoot Salamansa beach, and Baía das Gatas swim for $64.
“We were robbed canceled trip snd money was kept by provider avoid this trip”
Snorkel from a fishermen’s boat near São Vicente for guaranteed sea turtle sightings, plus gear, lifejackets, and a small-group experience.
“Unforgettable experience. Richard was lovely tour guide and spoke English very well. Tour was as described. Pick up was perfectly on time. Transfer to beach was smooth. We saw 6+ turtles. Sting ray, puffer fish and lots of other fish. Transfer back to town was smooth. Thanks for a great experience.”
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!!!”
Guided full-day loop from Mindelo to Monte Verde, Salamansa, Baia das Gatas and Calhau, with lunch, pickup and big views.
“What a way to see everything important. Do not miss taking this tour when visiting”
A 6-hour private São Vicente highlights tour from Mindelo Port, with Mindelo markets, bay views, beach time, and Monte Verde.
“Tolle Tour nach unseren Bedürfnissen! Von Abholung bis Rücktransport war alles bestens!”
Keep browsing
