Cape Verde Islands: Holidays & Travel (original) (raw)
DISCOVER THE
CAPE VERDE ISLANDS!
On your holiday in Cape Verde, you’ll experience unforgettable moments day after day. Be enchanted by the sea, the beaches, the green valleys, the mountains, the volcanoes and the warmth and hospitality of the people! Such diversity gives the archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean the status of an insider tip.
At a distance of 1,500 kilometres south of the Canary Islands and 570 kilometres from the African mainland, the nine inhabited islands offer all the facets that would make your holiday unforgettable.
WHAT DO THE CAPE VERDE ISLANDS HAVE TO OFFER FOR YOUR HOLIDAY?
Praia Chaves Beach, Boa Vista Island
You’re guaranteed to have a Cape Verde holiday that is as individual as you are. Because it is you alone who directs. There is a cornucopia of possibilities at your disposal. Rather than having to decide whether you prefer the mountains or the sea, or whether you would rather relax or experience adventure, the Cape Verde Islands have all this and much more in store for you.
Go hiking and lie on the beach, live the Creole motto “Cabo Verde – No Stress” in the cosy restaurants in the evenings and let your soul dangle the next day.
Its unique liaison of endless beaches and bustling towns, breathtaking mountains and tranquil villages, misted plateaus and barren landscapes puts you in a position to choose freely. For an ideal beach holiday in Cape Verde, try the islands of Sal, Boa Vista and Maio. There you can go kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing, diving and fishing, for example. Or you can relax in one of the fantastic beach hotels and all-inclusive resorts along the kilometre-long beaches. But if you prefer an individual round trip or an individual hiking tour, the islands of Santo Antão, Santiago and Fogo are ideal.
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT CAPE VERDE?
The Mountains of Santo Antão, Cape Verde Islands
Being in Cape Verde is the season all year round. Look forward to 23 to 30 degrees Celsius during the day and about 24 degrees Celsius on summer nights or around 18 degrees Celsius on winter evenings. Even the water is pleasantly warm with 22 degrees Celsius (February/March) to 27 degrees Celsius (September/October). To summarise: the Cape Verde Islands are ideal as a year-round travel destination. Be aware of the time of the winds (Tempo das brisas) on the flat islands from October to July, from which especially surfers and kite surfers benefit, and the rainy season (Tempo das chuvas) in August and September.
SAL
The island of Sal is sun, sand and sea. This island, with the former fishing village of Santa Maria and its beautiful beach, is the tourist centre of Cape Verde. People who love to swim get their money's worth here, as well as windsurfers, kitesurfers, surfers and divers... more >>
BOA VISTA
There are 55 km of beaches in Boa Vista. Especially beautiful is Santa Monica beach: Making Boa Vista a paradise for holidaymakers who like to relax by the water or go for a quiet walk. Besides, active holidaymakers such as surfers and kite surfers will find good conditions on Boavista... more >>
Santiago
There is no better African island in the archipelago. In the markets, the Batuko drum rhythms and the nightlife in the Achada Santo Antonio spread pure joie de vivre. It offers great hiking tours and beautiful beaches... more >>
SÃO VICENTE
When it comes to São Vicente, Portuguese colonial style and African flair go hand in hand. Its lively capital Mindelo is the hub of literati, musicians and other artists. It offers museums, live concerts, cosy cafés... more >>
SANTO ANTÃO
The island of Santo Antão is known as the hiking island of Cape Verde. Particularly in the north of the island, spectacular, rugged mountain landscapes alternate with tropical green valleys and fascinating steep coasts, as well as barren and desert-like landscapes in the south... more >>
FOGO
Spectacular: There is hardly any other way to describe Fogo. Pico do Fogo, rising 2,800 metres out of the sea, it is one of the highlights of a Cape Verde holiday. Its capital, São Filipe, is one of the most beautiful places in Cape Verde... more >>
SÃO NICOLAU
The island, still largely untouched by tourism, has retained its authenticity and offers hiking enthusiasts lonely and truly unforgettable tours. It impresses with fascinating mountain landscapes, bizarre rock formations... more >>
MAIO
Wonderful beaches, often almost deserted, sleepy villages with colourful little houses, some of them decorated with flowers, wandering goats and, above all, a lot of peace and quiet await the visitor... more >>
BRAVA
It’s one of the most appealing islands in terms of landscape, Brava captivates with fascinating mountain landscapes, steep rocky coasts, green nature, blossom splendour and idyllically situated villages... more >>