Santo Antão’s Signature Trek: Cova Crater into Paúl Valley

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Santo Antão’s Signature Trek: Cova Crater into Paúl Valley – 5K

By Green Line Tours Cabo Verde

Free cancellation available

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Free cancellation available
6h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Experience the rich culture and breathtaking landscapes of Santo Antão with our Trek into the Cova Crater. Our local passionate guide is waiting to have an immersive experience, sharing the local traditions and the vibrant Caboverdean lifestyle. Get ready to witness the stunning green valleys, mountainous terrain, traditional farming practices, and hardworking people that make this island so unique. It's the perfect way to immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of Cabo Verde. Great for those who want to experience one of the most beautiful walks on the Island; the walk can be up to 3 hours, more or less, and can be good for all travellers, depending on mobility and health.

Activity location

Porto Novo
- Porto Novo, Cape Verde

Meeting/Redemption Point

Porto Novo
- Porto Novo, Porto Novo, Cabo Verde

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What's included, what's not

Professional local guide
Private transport
Third-party insurance
Entrance distillery
The cost of lunch is typically 10 - 20 euros. Please bring cash, euros or escudos, as cards may not be accepted.
Personal expenses
Service charge

Know before you book

- Service animals allowed
- Public transport options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travellers afraid of heights
- Not recommended for travellers unaccustomed to hiking / trekking
- Not recommended for infants or children unaccustomed to hiking / trekking
- In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
- This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Green Line Tours Cabo Verde (Pass by)

Pick up in the morning by your local guide to begin an adventurous day on the Island of the mountains. This hike is by far the MOST POPULAR on the Island! Passing through the stunning valley of Paul, this is an opportunity to witness life on the Island, first hand. We look forward to sharing local insights, and connecting with people. It is our pleasure to share with you this beautiful place on earth:)

Porto Novo

begin journey through the Mountains, travelling along the Old Mountain Road, with breathtaking sights

Cova Crater Panoramic Viewpoint

We arrive to the top of the Volcano Crater of Cova de Paul - A must see! Atop of Cova crater you will have breathtaking views of the immense lush green valley below. From up here, the air is fresh, and you can smell the vegetation, listen and you will hear the sounds of the small farming communities below. This vally has been home to people for generations, sustaining life on the Islands; you will Pass small villages of people with their plantations, farmers live here, men, woman, children even animals all have a role in the village and here you will witness how they make it all come together.

Cova - Krater

2h 45m

Hike into ancient Volcano Crater of Cova de Paul, one of the most stunning places on Cape Verde. Experience the authentic lifestyle and hospitality of the people on the Island of the Mountains as you pass through villages on your walk, Witness the vegetation and farming of the most fertile valley on the Cabo Verde Island

Eito

Our local rum, Grogue is produced here, visit the distillery to see how it’s made.

Paul

Passing through the village of Paul, traditional farming lifestyle, hardworking people and rich culture, which can not be justified by words, but must be taken in by your encounter Have a delicious lunch in the valley at a traditional restaurant with typical dishes. Cost not included, please bring euros or local currency, escudos, cost range: 10 to 20 euros.

Porto Novo

Travelling back to Porto Novo on the New stunning coastal Road, passing through mountain tunnels, and colourful villages arriving to Porto Novo. Note: if you will be dropped off at another location you may miss this portion of the experience.

Location

Activity location

Porto Novo
- Porto Novo, Cape Verde

Meeting/Redemption Point

Porto Novo
- Porto Novo, Porto Novo, Cape Verde

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