Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Cape Verde on a private tour of Santiago Island. Explore local markets, learn to make traditional cuisine, and relax on the stunning Tarrafal beach.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Cape Verde on a private tour of Santiago Island. Explore local markets, learn to make traditional cuisine, and relax on the stunning Tarrafal beach.
- Praia - Begin with a convenient pickup from your accommodation and set off towards the island’s interior.
- São Lourenço dos Órgãos - Your first stop is at Mrs. Luisa’s home, where you can learn to prepare and enjoy cuscuz (a traditional corn flour cake) and fidjós (fried banana with wheat), a typical Cape Verdean breakfast.
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- Praia - Begin with a convenient pickup from your accommodation and set off towards the island’s interior.
- São Lourenço dos Órgãos - Your first stop is at Mrs. Luisa’s home, where you can learn to prepare and enjoy cuscuz (a traditional corn flour cake) and fidjós (fried banana with wheat), a typical Cape Verdean breakfast.
- Assomada Market - Following the workshop, proceed to Assomada city to explore its renowned market (open on Wednesdays and Saturdays), engage with locals, and admire the vibrant array of fruits and vegetables.
- Serra de Malagueta - Continue to the Serra Malagueta Natural Park and be amazed by the breathtaking views from 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) above sea level.
- Tarrafal Beach - Enjoy a swim at Santiago’s stunning Tarrafal Beach, surrounded by white sands, hills, and palm trees. Then, take a break for a delightful lunch at a local restaurant, at your own expense, and savor the local cuisine.
- Calheta de Sao Miguel - After lunch, travel back along the picturesque east coast, explore the Rabelados community, and immerse yourself in the local culture with natives who still reside in thatched houses, preserving Cape Verde’s oldest traditions.
- Pedra Badejo - Journey through the lush agricultural fields before returning to Praia.
- Praia - Conclude the tour with a drop-off at your accommodation.
- Santiago - Experience the best of Santiago on this full-day tour. Participate in a workshop with a local family to learn how to make Cape Verde’s renowned cuscus. Visit the vibrant Assomada Market, traverse the Serra Malagueta Natural Park, and enjoy a swim at Tarrafal Beach, the island’s most beautiful. Meet the community that maintains Cape Verde’s oldest traditions and gain insight into the local culture.

- Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia
- Liability insurance
- Private Tour
- Tour Guide
- Workshop of Cuscuz and Fidjós (local delights)
- Private Transportation
- Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia
- Liability insurance
- Private Tour
- Tour Guide
- Workshop of Cuscuz and Fidjós (local delights)
- Private Transportation
- Lunch
- Lunch
Take a private tour and explore Santiago’s highlights with a local tour guide. Experience a workshop with a local family and learn to make Cape Verde’s famous cuscus. Visit the colorful Assomada Market and cross the Serra Malagueta Natural Park to take a dip at Tarrafal beach, the most beautiful on the island. Meet the community that preserves Cape…
Take a private tour and explore Santiago’s highlights with a local tour guide. Experience a workshop with a local family and learn to make Cape Verde’s famous cuscus. Visit the colorful Assomada Market and cross the Serra Malagueta Natural Park to take a dip at Tarrafal beach, the most beautiful on the island. Meet the community that preserves Cape Verde’s oldest customs and learn about the local culture.
- Please note that Assomada Market is open only on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Therefore the visit will only be on these days.
- Please bring sandals/flip flops, a towel, a hat, swimwear, sunscreen and lunch money (optional).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.