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Awe-inspiring shoreline of São Vicente, Cape Verde.
Awe-inspiring shoreline of São Vicente, Cape Verde. - Photo by Miriam Eh

Experience the Sunny Beaches and Rich Culture of Cape Verde

About Cape Verde

Cape Verde, Cape Verde is a stunning travel destination located off the coast of West Africa. This archipelago is known for its beautiful beaches, cultural diversity, and vibrant music scene. With its warm climate and friendly locals, Cape Verde is the perfect place to relax, unwind, and soak up some sun. Book your trip today and discover the hidden gem that is Cape Verde.

Cape Verde, Cape Verde is a stunning destination that offers travelers a unique blend of African and Portuguese culture. Located off the coast of West Africa, this archipelago of ten volcanic islands is a hidden gem that is rapidly gaining popularity among adventure seekers and beach lovers alike.

Boasting year-round sunshine, Cape Verde is the perfect destination for those looking to escape the dreary winter months. The islands offer a wide range of activities, from hiking and mountain biking to snorkeling and diving. The clear waters surrounding the islands are home to an array of marine life, including sea turtles and colorful fish. If you're lucky, you may even spot a humpback whale during the breeding season.

In addition to the outdoor activities, Cape Verde is also rich in culture and history. The islands were discovered by the Portuguese in the 15th century, and their influence can still be seen today in the language, food, and architecture. The capital city of Praia is a great place to explore the local markets and sample the traditional cuisine, which is a fusion of African and Portuguese flavors.

One of the highlights of visiting Cape Verde is the music. The islands are home to a unique style of music called morna, which is a slow and melancholic genre that is often compared to the blues. The most famous singer from Cape Verde is Cesária Évora, who became known as the "Barefoot Diva" due to her habit of performing barefoot on stage.

Whether you're looking for adventure, relaxation, or a cultural experience, Cape Verde, Cape Verde is a destination that should not be missed. With its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and warm hospitality, it's no wonder that more and more travelers are discovering this hidden gem.

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Popular Stays in Cape Verde

Explore some of the most affordable vacation packages and accommodation stays in Cape Verde

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Voi Vila Do Farol Resort

The property consists of 234 rooms. This attractive hotel provides the ideal base for both sightseeing and business. The main meals are buffet served in the restaurant located in the main building, while a snack bar near the beach, a bar by the pool and a lovely bar in the lounge complete the offer. VOI Vila do Farol Resort applies the “all inclusive” formula including:  Full board meal plan, with buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner and meal drinks on tap, such as soft drinks, still mineral water, beer and house wine. Open bar (10. 00 a. m. to 12. 00 p. m. ) including soft drinks on tap, draught beer, non-bottled water,  house wine, tea, coffee, national alcoholic drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails. Sweet and salty open snacks (10. 00 a. m. to 18. 00 p. m. ). Bottled drinks available for a fee. Contribucao Turistica to be paid on the spot from 16 years old for a maximum of 10 nights: 276 CVE (2, 50 €) per person, per night.
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Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa

When you stay at Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa - All Inclusive in Sal, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Ponta Preta and Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo. This luxury property is 2. 1 mi (3. 3 km) from Santa Maria Municipal Market and 2. 1 mi (3. 4 km) from Nazarene Church. Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 4 outdoor swimming pools, a nightclub, and a complimentary water park. Additional features at this property include concierge services, an arcade/game room, and a hair salon. Guests can get around on the complimentary shuttle, which operates within 5. 00 km. Make yourself at home in one of the 526 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. This property is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. <p>Grab a bite to eat at Atlantis, one of the property's many dining establishments, which include 5 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 7 bars/lounges. </p>.
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Hotel Pérola

Set in Ilha de Santiago, this property is the perfect base for both business and holiday travel. Hotel was built in 2006. Hotel was refurbished in 2015. Hotel annexes 1. The property consists of a main building with 3 annexes. The annex consists of 7 floors. The property consists of 58 rooms. The property consists of 5 single rooms, 7 double rooms, 1 suite, 1 triple room, 44 superior rooms and 1 family room. Set in the city centre, the Hotel offers easy access to the city and all it has to offer. Guests can easily walk to the main bus and stations. Guests will find numerous bus stops within walking distance.
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Melia Llana Beach Resort & Spa All Inclusive Ad

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Cape Verde Holidays - Llana Beach Resort and Spa, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee. Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with bathtubs or showers are provided. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Ponta Preta - 1. 2 km / 0. 7 mi- Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo - 1. 7 km / 1 mi- Nazarene Church - 3. 1 km / 1. 9 mi- Santa Maria Pier - 3. 2 km / 2 mi- Santa Maria Beach - 3. 2 km / 2 mi- Santa Maria Town Square - 3. 3 km / 2 mi- Santa Maria Municipal Market - 3. 4 km / 2. 1 mi- Shark Bay Beach - 4. 2 km / 2. 6 mi- Kite Beach - 4. 9 km / 3 mi- Palmeira - 15. 9 km / 9. 9 mi- Pedra do Lume - 15. 9 km / 9. 9 mi- Buracona - 27. 1 km / 16. 9 mi. The nearest major airport is Sal Island (SID-Amilcar Cabral Intl. ) - 15. 8 km / 9. 8 mi With a stay at Cape Verde Holidays - Llana Beach Resort and Spa in Sal, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Ponta Preta and Nazarene Church. This beach resort is 2. 1 mi (3. 4 km) from Santa Maria Municipal Market and 2. 1 mi (3. 4 km) from Viveiro Botanical Garden & Zoo.
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Riu Funana All Inclusive

The Hotel Riu Funana has 6 buildings adjoined to the main building where its more than 550 rooms are located. All of the rooms have satellite TV, a safe, a mini refrigerator, an electric kettle and a balcony or terrace. The hotel's facilities include 2 pools with hydromassage areas and a swim up bar, free Wi-Fi, nightclub, Spa with a gym, hydromassage bath, sauna and body and beauty treatments. The culinary offer includes Asian dishes, gourmet cooking and the best buffet with vegetarian dishes and show cooking stations.
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Riu Cabo Verde All Inclusive Adults Only

Hotel Riu Cabo Verde, only for adults, is located on an impressive white sand beach on the island of Sal and it has all the facilities you need to experience an unforgettable holiday. This 24-hour all-inclusive hotel in Cape Verde offers you the most important facilities, such as free WiFi, a varied range of dining options and several entertainment programmes, so you can have fun during your stay with RIU Hotels & Resorts. Hotel Riu Cabo Verde's rooms have been equipped with the best services so nothing is missing during your holiday: air conditioning, a safe box, a minibar with drink dispensers, a kettle and a balcony or terrace, as well as many other amenities. And if you are looking for somewhere refreshing, this adults-only hotel on Sal island offers you several options to enjoy the warm Cape Verdean climate, such as relaxing in the loungers in the 2 pools or enjoying the crystalline waters on the beach. The dining options at Hotel Riu Cabo Verde are sure to impress you. The hotel's restaurants offer a huge variety of flavours so you can taste the best gourmet, international and Italian cuisine, as well as buffet breakfasts and dinners with live cooking stations. And you can enjoy the best appetisers at any time of day at this all-inclusive hotel on Sal island, at its six bars which include a pool bar, beach bar and sports bar. The entertainment we offer at Hotel Riu Cabo Verde is adapted to all customers. We have daytime activity programmes and the best live music and shows. If you love sports, you can practice water sports such as windsurfing, kayak and snorkelling, or head to the gym at Hotel Riu Funana, just metres away. While you are there, you can take the chance to reach maximum relaxation at the Renova Spa, which has a hydromassage bathtub, a sauna and a range of body and beauty treatments.
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Oasis Atlantico Praiamar

Located in the one of the noblest areas of the City of Praia – Prainha – near the international embassies and up on the cliff over the sea, this hotel is a reference in Cape Verde. This hotel is prepared to welcome business and leisure travellers that want to discover the capital of Cape Verde, or the village that for a long time had one of the most famous political prisons of Portugal, Tarrafal. Available facilities include a 24-hour reception, currency exchange, swimming pool, hot tub, tennis court, gym, sauna, wireless internet access, room and laundry service.
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Oasis Atlantico Porto Grande

Situated in the heart of Mindelo, the hotel is about a 5-minute walk from the city's main tourist attractions including Mindelo Bay, the harbour neighbourhood with its famous Belém Tower copy, and the Old Town. The hotel is the perfect starting point to discover the city's bars, cafés and restaurants. It has a bar, disco, restaurant and conference facilities for business travellers. For an additional fee guests can use the hotel's room and laundry services.

Things to do in Cape Verde

Choose from a range of unique experiences and fun activities in Cape Verde

Experience on Sal Island with native and certified guide (including sharks)
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Experience on Sal Island with native and certified guide (including sharks)

Certified company and guides, guarantee of quality, comfort and best price, local guide, knows the island, its history and culture well. Discover the beautiful island of Sal, as well as the island's highlights, local places, street arts and more with your expert local guide. Discover volcanic pools, salt deserts, see lemon sharks in their natural environment, relax and float in the Salinas, the second saltiest water in the world after the Dead Sea. Have lunch at a local restaurant and visit places such as the city of Espargos, the kite beach, Santa Maria, Miragem, the fishing village of Palmeira and the natural bay of Murdeira and enjoy the view of the Leão Mountain. Whether you want to emphasize culture, education, history or sport, our specialist will combine these elements with adventure activities to create exciting travel opportunities for you. Have an authentic experience, get to know the island with a native and professional guide, with all the comfort and safety.
Private Sal Island Tour Authentic Experience from Santa Maria
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Private Sal Island Tour Authentic Experience from Santa Maria

Company and certified guides, guarantee of quality and price. Local guide, he knows the island well, its history and culture, gastronomy, music and local restaurants. Join this 7-hour island adventure tour and visit places like Espargos, Praia do Kite, Santa Maria, Miragem, Palmeira and Murdeira. Swim in Salt Lake with your group. Have lunch at a local restaurant before heading out to sea to see lemon sharks up close in their natural environment. Whether you want to experience culture, education, history or sport, our experts combine these elements with adventure activities to create exciting travel opportunities for you. Come and discover the island of Sal with a certified native guide, in comfort and safety, while having fun. The private tour is fully customized according to the client's preferences and needs.
Sal Island: 3-Hour Private Tour with Floating in Salt lake & Shark Watching
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Sal Island: 3-Hour Private Tour with Floating in Salt lake & Shark Watching

Get to know the daily lives of the locals on a half-day tour. Enjoy reading while floating in the salt water of the volcano's crater.
join us in this excursion of Sal island
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join us in this excursion of Sal island

Join us in this tour of the of sal island, we promise to provide you a magnificent experience at a low price.
Santa Maria, Sal: All inclusive Salt Lake, Blue Eye and Shark Bay
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Santa Maria, Sal: All inclusive Salt Lake, Blue Eye and Shark Bay

Have a Sal experience by visiting all the highlights of Sal island with a native and certified guide, to enjoy adventures and relax within nature while having fun and getting to know the history and culture of the place. Here you will be able to enjoy a half day of unique EXPERIENCES! Live and enjoy Sal through Sal Experiences! Company and guide certificates, guarantee of quality/customer satisfaction and best price.
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Exclusive Sal Island - Full Day Personalized for You

Logan Tours' Sal Island Full Day Tour offers a truly unique and memorable experience. In just one day, you will have the opportunity to explore the wonders of Sal Island in an exclusive way, including the island's salt flats, the famous Tubarões Bay and the magnificent Olho Azul. Our specialized team will take you to stunning locations, such as paradisiacal beaches, magnificent landscapes and historic tourist attractions. Plus, you'll enjoy the warm and authentic hospitality of a local family, who will share fascinating stories, legends and secrets of the island. No matter what language you speak, we are prepared to welcome you with joy and “morabeza”. This is an unmissable opportunity to discover the real Sal in a day full of emotions and unforgettable discoveries.
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Sal Island in a Group - A Full Day Exploring the Highlights

With a unique combination of quality and affordability, this experience offers an incredible opportunity to explore the stunning Island of Sal for less. In addition, you will have the chance to meet and interact with other people who are also participating in the tour, creating new friendships and sharing experiences. Our expert team will ensure you receive exceptional service throughout your journey. Take advantage of this unmissable opportunity to discover the wonders of Sal Island, meet new people and create unforgettable memories. Book now and embark on this extraordinary adventure!
Sal island: Salt Lake Tour, Shark bay & Pedra de Lume Village
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Sal island: Salt Lake Tour, Shark bay & Pedra de Lume Village

Enjoy a half day island tour and visit places like Salinas salt lake, Pedra de Lume Village, the first populated village on Sal island which retains its architecture intact. Have the experience to see the lemon sharks in their natural environment very closely. Salinas serves to forget the stress of everyday life, not having to leave the island without bathing in the saline thermal water, where Spas, whirlpool and relaxation are available to all, free of charge. Scientifically, the medicinal action of its salty waters is recognized for its cicatrizing, detoxifying and metabolic-stimulating power due to the mineral substances contained there. In the popular knowledge there is an even greater healing power in this water. The place has a fascinating lake where anyone can bathe and float even without knowing how to swim.

Why People Love Cape Verde

See what people have to say about activities and accommodations in Cape Verde

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nievesneus7
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Aug 2022
Essence Of Sal Island - Beach & Discovery 4 Days 3 Nights
Essence Of Sal Island - Beach & Discovery 4 Days 3 Nights
Essence Of Sal Island - Beach & Discovery 4 Days 3 Nights
Essence Of Sal Island - Beach & Discovery 4 Days 3 Nights
Ha sido una semana tranquila, de playa, sol, rutas por la playa,por el pueblo de Santa María, excursiónes. Semana de desconexión.
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Sep 2023
Experience on Sal Island with native and certified guide (including sharks)
Experience on Sal Island with native and certified guide (including sharks)
Experience on Sal Island with native and certified guide (including sharks)
Experience on Sal Island with native and certified guide (including sharks)
Awesome day with a fantastic local guide Nany. All highlights within one day + nice island spots to refresh. Good insights.
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LalasBR
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Sep 2023
Experience on Sal Island with native and certified guide (including sharks)
Experience on Sal Island with native and certified guide (including sharks)
Experience on Sal Island with native and certified guide (including sharks)
Experience on Sal Island with native and certified guide (including sharks)
Excellent experience, Chan our guide was super nice and clear in his explanation. He drives very safety making confortable for the ones inside and outside the car. At the salt lake he was ready with clean water to help people like me with salt in the eyes

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cape Verde

What are the must-visit attractions in Cape Verde?

Cape Verde has many must-visit attractions, including the beautiful beaches of Santa Maria, the natural pools of Buracona, the stunning views from Monte Verde, and the historic Cidade Velha. Each of these attractions offers a unique experience that will leave you with lasting memories.

What are some popular activities to do in Cape Verde?

Cape Verde is a great destination for those who love water activities. You can go diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, or kitesurfing. For those who enjoy hiking, there are many trails to explore, including the Cova crater and the Serra Malagueta mountain range. You can also take a cultural tour to learn more about the history and traditions of the islands.

What is the best time of year to visit Cape Verde?

The best time to visit Cape Verde is from November to June, when the weather is dry and sunny. July to October is the rainy season, with occasional hurricanes.

What are some of the best beaches in Cape Verde?

Cape Verde has many beautiful beaches, including Santa Maria Beach, Praia do Estoril, Praia de Chaves, and Praia de Santa Monica. Each beach has its own unique features and is worth visiting.

What are some of the best places to stay in Cape Verde?

There are many great places to stay in Cape Verde, ranging from budget-friendly options to luxury resorts. Some popular choices include the Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort, the Oasis Salinas Sea, the Hotel Riu Karamboa, and the Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa.

What is the local cuisine in Cape Verde?

The local cuisine in Cape Verde is a fusion of African, Portuguese, and Brazilian influences. Some popular dishes include cachupa (a stew made with beans, corn, and fish or meat), pastel com diablo (a spicy pastry), and grilled fish. You can also try the local grogue, a strong rum made from sugarcane.

What is the nightlife like in Cape Verde?

Cape Verde has a vibrant nightlife scene, with many bars, clubs, and live music venues to choose from. Some popular places to go include the Ocean Cafe, the Josh Angulo Surf Center, and the Bar da Praia.

What are some lesser-known attractions in Cape Verde?

If you're looking for something off the beaten path, consider visiting the island of Fogo, known for its active volcano, or the island of Brava, with its beautiful landscapes and traditional villages. You can also visit the island of Santo Anto, known for its hiking trails and stunning views.

What is the best way to get around in Cape Verde?

The best way to get around in Cape Verde is by taxi or rental car. You can also take a shared minibus or aluguer, which is a cheaper option but can be less comfortable. For inter-island travel, you can take a ferry or a domestic flight.

Is Cape Verde a safe destination?

Cape Verde is generally considered a safe destination for tourists. However, as with any destination, it's important to take precautions and be aware of your surroundings. Avoid walking alone at night and keep your valuables in a safe place. It's also a good idea to check the latest travel advisories before you go.