Discover Cabo Verde
This beautiful African country consists of a group of 10 islands. Cabo Verde guarantees tropical temperatures and sunny weather all year round. Cabo Verde is not only a tourist destination but also a place with a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant community. Whether you are looking for excitement and adventure or relaxation, you will find it here in Cabo Verde! We invite you to explore our website and learn more about this wonderful African country and discover its various islands. We hope you find Visita-BoaVista.com useful, and we try to add regular updates on specific topics. Be sure to visit us regularly for more information. If you have any questions or would like more information, please visit our contact page.
Why travel to Cabo Verde?
Cabo Verde is the perfect destination for a Take a luxurius relaxing vacation on the white sandy beaches of Sal and Boa Vista. If you are active, you can enjoy the many water sports activities, and if you feel more adventurous, you can go hiking in the surprisingly green hills and mountains near Fogo and Santo Antão. But above all, you can relax, enjoy, taste the local cuisine, discover a unique culture, and meet the fantastic people of Cabo Verde.
Where is Cabo Verde located?
Cabo Verde is located south of the Canary Islands and west of Senegal. There are many direct flights from the UK and most major European cities.
- The fastest flight from Cape Verde to Manchester is 5 hours 40 minutes.
- The average flight time from Amsterdam to Cape Verde is 5 hours 54 minutes.
- The total flight duration from Brussels, Belgium to Cape Verde is 6 hours, 14 minutes.
- The average direct flight from Germany time to Cape Verde is 6 hours.
The different islands to discover in Cabo Verde
Home to the capital “Praia” of Cabo Verde, Santiago is also the biggest island. Here you will find the most diverse landscapes. From sandy beaches to mighty mountains, with dry steppe areas as well as fertile valleys and plateaus. This makes a good destination for birdwatching and hiking. With its rich history and culture, Santiago is also known for its lively nightlife.
- Perfect for hikers
- Exploring the many different landscapes
- Enjoy the nightlife
In Santa Maria, you will find one of the best beaches. Besides the hotels, bars, and restaurants Sal is well known for its watersports. Sal is a great place to unwind and relax or if prefer to be more active, there are plenty of options. Discover the volcano crater and salt lake of Pedra de Lume, spot some lemon sharks at Sharks Bay, and visit the Blue Eye Cave at Buracona.
The direct flights make this island a very popular destination.
- Perfect for watersports
- Amazing beaches with tuquoise waters
- You can totally relax or take part in the many activities
The name Boa Vista means “Beautiful View”, and yet this island is still like a mystery. The wide, pristine, golden sand beaches with rich turquoise waters and the unique atmosphere make Boa Vista a truly fantastic holiday destination. There are many different luxurious hotels where you can book an all-inclusive stay. There are several beach clubs that offer different types of water sports in their crystal clear waters. The town of Sal Rei, which means “King of Salt”, has some nice restaurants and bars. Besides relaxing and sunbathing, you can explore the Viana Desert.
If you are interested in wildlife, you can watch turtles or whales with a guide. There are many direct flights from different European cities, which makes Boa Vista a perfect sun destination all year round!
- Amazing beaches
- Pefect for watersports
- Whale and turle-watching
São Vicente is proud of its intellectual and artistic tradition and hosts many artists: writers, thinkers, and famous musicians. The city is famous for its festivals such as the exotic Carnaval in February and the Beach Music Festival in August. In the capital Mindelo, a city full of life and music, you will feel a certain enthusiasm. With its dry, rolling hills and mountain ranges, São Vicente also has beautiful beaches, but beware, swimming can be treacherous. São Pedro is an excellent place for windsurfing and other water sports.
- Music, art & Festivals!!
- Game fishing
- Amazing beaches
With its fantastic rock formations and fertile valleys, you are guaranteed to be surprised by untouched, fairytale mountain landscapes. Soa Nicolau is an ideal destination for mountain bikers and hikers. Along the cliff roads you will be offered breathtaking views. The Monte Gordo Nature Park offers many interesting possibilities for hikes of several days on the island. The villages with their colonial architecture and simple way of life seem to have stood still in time. There are long deserted beaches, and if you like fishing, the waters around São Nicolau are famous for their blue marlin. Also, São Nicolau is a great place for diving and surfing, yet undiscovered by many tourists.
- Perfect for mountainbikers & hikers
- Fishing for Blue Merlin
- Black-sand beaches with amazing views
It means “fire” in Portuguese. Fogo still has an active volcano “Pico do Fogo”, which towers over the island. Besides the dark rivers of cold hardened lava that reach into the ocean, you can find fertile fields and even forests of eucalyptus trees. In the valleys and slopes you can find coffee, fruit trees, and vines. These green slopes are a great contrast to the moon-like landscape of the crater. Many hiking trails start in Sao Filip to visit the natural park.
- Hiking for sure!
- Still active vulcano
- Anthropology and natural history
With its green peaks, fertile craters, and cliff-hugging towns, Santo Antão seems worlds away from the golden sandy beaches of Boa Vista and Sal. Santo Antão is the perfect island for hiking. There are several hiking routes with breathtaking views and many other activities to choose from. You can go diving, snorkeling or fishing. Santo Antão is also a good destination for bird watching.
There is a ferry service between Santo Antão and Sao Vicente to reach the island.
- Amazing views & scenic diving
- Perfect for Hiking with dramatic views
- Cliff-hugging towns
As the smallest of the Cabo Verde Islands, you’ll find a gentle, communal lifestyle on Brava. Do not expect beaches, water sports or lots of activities. It’s the perfect place if you are looking for peace and quiet. Visit Vila Nova Sintra, the capital, and enjoy a pleasant walk through the city. Relax at the Fajã de Agua or take a fishing trip. For avid hikers, there are several days of different hikes to take. Due to strong winds, the airport is closed. By boat, you can reach Brava via Fogo, which is only 20 km away.
- Long walks and hiking
- Peace and tranquility
- Bird watching
Maio is often called “the forgotten island” and is a peaceful and quiet island with quiet dunes and secret, beautiful, empty beaches like Bitxa Rotxa beach. In Cidade do Porto Inglés, the main town, you’ll find a few restaurants among the charming, colorful houses. Maio is largely a brown desert with a surprisingly fertile valley and unexpected patches of acacia forests. On Ilhéu Laje Branca you can see some interesting seabirds. Since there are no real activities here, Maio is an ideal place for a quiet retreat without distractions.
- Peacefull and quite destination
- Bird watching
- Pefect for a one day visit
