Explore Santiago Island’s top sights in a day: Praia, Assomada markets, Serra Malagueta, Tarrafal beach, and more. Perfect for cruise passengers.
Explore Santiago Island’s top sights in a day: Praia, Assomada markets, Serra Malagueta, Tarrafal beach, and more. Perfect for cruise passengers.
- Praia - The tour begins on the main streets of the nation’s economic and political hub, where the guide will share insights about the city’s key attractions.
- Sao Domingos - Depending on the cruise ship’s schedule, there may be an opportunity to explore a small traditional market offering local fruits and vegetables, providing a glimpse into…
- Praia - The tour begins on the main streets of the nation’s economic and political hub, where the guide will share insights about the city’s key attractions.
- Sao Domingos - Depending on the cruise ship’s schedule, there may be an opportunity to explore a small traditional market offering local fruits and vegetables, providing a glimpse into the daily life of this rural community.
- Pico de Antonia - A photo stop here allows for appreciation of the stunning landscape, featuring towering mountains, deep valleys, and quaint houses perched on hillsides. This location is also home to one of Santiago Island’s seven natural wonders.
- Assomada - As the island’s second-largest city and the northern and interior capital, Assomada hosts a vibrant street market on Wednesdays and Saturdays, which is a major draw for tourists.
- Serra de Malagueta - Situated at an altitude of 800 meters, this natural park offers a chance to explore the island’s unique fauna and flora, while taking in the breathtaking volcanic and mountainous scenery, characterized by dramatic elevation changes in the Serra-Malagueta region.
- Tarrafal Beach - Located on Santiago Island’s northernmost coast, this charming fishing village boasts one of the island’s most picturesque beaches, with white sand and crystal-clear waters. Depending on the cruise ship’s schedule, there may be time to relax on the beach, enjoy a Maracujá caipirinha, and savor a local lunch.
- Pedra Badejo - Following lunch, the journey continues along the island’s east coast, showcasing its coastal beauty and passing through several fishing villages. There will be a photo stop and a visit to a large banana and coconut plantation before returning to the ship.

- Transport with air conditioning
- Civil responsibility
- Pick up and drop off at the cruise ship terminal
- Guide in your native language
- Transport with air conditioning
- Civil responsibility
- Pick up and drop off at the cruise ship terminal
- Guide in your native language
- Lunch and drinks
- Lunch and drinks
If you visit Santiago Island on a cruise ship (Aida, tui Meinshiff Visits, Europa 2, MsN), and have a day available, then this day trip is perfect. It refers to a one-day excursion across the island and offers a perfect combination of the best sights and attractions, such as the capital Praia, the markets of Assomada, the Serra Malagueta Natural Park,…
If you visit Santiago Island on a cruise ship (Aida, tui Meinshiff Visits, Europa 2, MsN), and have a day available, then this day trip is perfect. It refers to a one-day excursion across the island and offers a perfect combination of the best sights and attractions, such as the capital Praia, the markets of Assomada, the Serra Malagueta Natural Park, the beach of Tarrafal, and the east coast as well as, important information about the history of people, their culture, fauna and flora, land and people, gastronomy and scenery.
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.