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Beaches, Villages and Monte Verde, São Vicente
5.0
4 Ratings
Mindelo
Drive to Monte Verde for panoramic views, explore coastal beaches, swim in clear lagoons, and savor local tea. Discover São Vicente's hidden gems.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Monte Verde - Monte Verde, standing at 774m or 2,539ft, is the highest peak in Sao Vicente. At the summit, we can savor a cup of locally grown tea or coffee at the Tea House while soaking in the breathtaking views of the Island. On a clear day, you can see the Islands of Santo Antão, São Nicolau, Santa Luzia, Ilhéu Raso, and Branco. The views of Mindelo and the coastal beaches from the top are stunning!
- Salamansa - The town of Salamansa is a charming and lively fishing village where the locals are busy with their daily lives and always happy to welcome visitors. In Salamansa, you can also enjoy windsurfing and kitesurfing activities, along with delightful local spots to grab a refreshing drink on the beach.
- Baía das Gatas - At the beach of Baia das Gatas, you can enjoy a swim or dive off the trampoline into the clear blue lagoon.
- Estrada Baía das Gatas - Calhau - This is one of the most beautiful and contrasting coasts, featuring majestic sand dunes, volcanic mountains, and crystal blue ocean waters.
- Calhau - Continue along the majestic coastal road of Praia Grande / Norte Baia, where the coastline is adorned with sweeping white sand dunes and black volcanic mountains, along with stunningly changing blue waters. We will stop for lunch at the best restaurant on the Island in the fishing village of Calhau, located in a valley where you can see and smell the Island’s traditional farming activities, vegetation, animals, water wells, and old iron windmills. It is also home to Vulcao Viana.
- Sao Pedro Beach - Take a scenic drive to the southwestern part of our Island to visit the bustling fishing village and expansive coastal beach of São Pedro / Santo André. Witness the village in action!
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Local Guide (English, French, Portuguese, Spanish)
- Liability insurance
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
Additional Information
Drive to the highest point of our Island, Monte Verde, 774m or 2,539ft, have breathtaking panoramic views, enjoy a cup of tea (grown locally) or try the tea liquor at our Tea House. Visit our beautiful coastal beaches and villages: São Pedro, Calhau, Norte Baia, Baia das Gatas, Salamansa. Enjoy a swim or dive off of the trampolim into the clear blue lagoon at Baía das Gatas, or relax on the beach. Stop for lunch at best restaurant at fishing village near sea. Discover our Agricultural Oasis on the Island, and farm animals
- afraid of heights
Location
Cultural Center of Mindelo
Cultural Center is across the street from Marina Mindelo, and next door to restaurant Nautilus
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Dutchnomad2020
Apr 14, 2024
Professional, passionate and enthusiastic!! - In the end I have even booked 4 tours in São Vicente with Green Line Tours :
Beaches, Villages and Monte Verde, 4x4 Desert Land Safari tour, Sunset Hike and 12 Voltas - A Hidden Wonder of Nature. Angela is a real pro, getting all the administrative stuff in order in a quick and efficient way. Paulo and his team make all tours to a huge success, with great insights on the island, they are passionate story tellers. They take care that you have the best time of your life, for ex. it is always possible to make some extra photo stops. I definitely recommend Green Line tours !
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Diane_w
Mar 20, 2024
Beautiful - The island was beautiful-The Tea House(indoor visit) was great and the beaches were great. However, we did not have much time to swim (only 15 minutes) because we were the only ones who wanted to. Disappointed about that, as it was the reason we chose this tour. Instead Kalu took us to see turtles, which was wonderful. They took good care of us.
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Mark_m
Mar 18, 2024
Great tour! - Views from the top of the mountain were majestic! Tour guide did an outstanding job of telling us about life in this country. Very interesting!
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