Santo Antão: Ponta do Sol & Fontainhas Guided Trip with Hike Shared Group Tour

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ID: GYG411680-746945
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Country: Cape Verde

Duration: 06:00 hours


Description

Explore Ponta do Sol, Fontainhas, Cruzinha, and more on a multi-stop guided tour with private and shared options. Hike alongside ocean views and stop for a picnic on the shore.
Take in breathtaking views of lush nature, volcanic rocks, and ocean scenery on this guided road trip to Ponta do Sol, Fontainhas, and Cruzinha. Have a picnic on the black-sand beach of Praia das Aranhas and join a 2.5-hour hiking adventure. Choose between private and shared tour options.
After pickup, explore on foot in Ponta do Sol, a waterfront fishing village with colorful houses. Follow a scenic road up along rocky cliffs that hover over the ocean for unforgettable views overlooking the sea.
Then, head through a winding road sculpted on the top of a mountain and surrounded with deep valleys to the picturesque village of Fontainhas, 1 of the 10 villages with the best views in the world according to National Geographic.
Following a steep descent and a pedestrian path, cross Corvo, Formiguinhas, and some dazzling sights to the Aranhas valley.
Next, arrive at a beautiful black-sand beach, Praia das Aranhas, a place to spot turtles nesting and to go for a swim, depending on sea conditions. There, find a scenic spot on the shore for a well-deserved rest and picnic (food and drinks not included).  
After recharging, start your 2.5-hour hike between volcanic rocks and the ocean, offering stunning views until you reach Cruzinha, a small fishing village with more memorable views of the coast.
At the end of your unforgettable day, sit back and relax on the return transfer to your accommodation.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a mini getaway adventure amongst lush greenery and endless ocean views
  • Get to know local life in some of the most picturesque villages of Cape Verde
  • Reconnect with nature on a guided hike along Santo Antão’s most popular trail
  • Spot turtles and enjoy time for a picnic on the black sands of Praia das Aranhas
  • Visit one of the villages ranked as having some of the best views in the world

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Masks are required while indoors
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.