In a nutshell

In the streets of Mindelo, you'll experience the bustling energy of the island of São Vicente. While you take a stroll with your guide among the monuments and markets, the morna - the Cape Verdean folk song - will transport you to the heart of the archipelago's traditions. Before you try its local flavors too, with lunch in a local restaurant, plunge into the waters of Baía das Gatas and fill up on stunning views on Monte Verde.

Main stops

Walk through the center of Mindelo along Rua da Praia: town market; church of Nossa Senhora de Luz; city hall; cultural center
Traditional Cape Verdean instrument performance in a guitar workshop
Typical lunch in a local restaurant
Free time at Baía das Gatas
Sightseeing bus tour to Monte Verde

The programme

The island of São Vicente is a lively mosaic of colors, cultures and panoramic views, which you will experience step after step as you wander the streets of Mindelo.
Along the Rua da Praia, you will realize that between the monuments, churches, cultural centers and ancient buildings, there's so much to discover around every corner. Luckily, your guide knows everything you might wish to know about the history of the city!
If you close your eyes among the multicolored market stalls, you'll hear the sound of the island: the melodious creole dialect that is spoken here provides the constant background to the morna, the Cape Verdean song that recounts the entire history of its people.
Before setting off to discover the nature of the island, get ready to add a touch of flavor to the experience, with a traditional lunch in a typical restaurant in the city.
Then, Baía das Gatas is the perfect place for a little relaxation in the sun and a dip in its tranquil waters.
The mountains that surround it are the perfect place from which to admire the view, and you'll see it with your own eyes as you head up to the top of Monte Verde on a bus. Then it's off again: keep your camera close at hand!

Good to know

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the experience.