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52+ tours, tickets and activities in Praia, Cape Verde. Booking is completed on Viator, with free cancellation on many options.

Tours and activities in Praia

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From Praia: Discover Santiago Island in 1 Day

This tour was created for travelers with a short stay on the island, and seeks to maximize the places to visit on the island in a day trip, a mix of history, gastronomy, culture, and beautiful landscapes of the island's interior with breathtaking valleys and mountains and white sandy beaches.

4.7(84)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 84 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £67.20 per person

Santiago Island: 4-Hour Calabaceira Valley Hike & Guided Tour to Cidade Velha

Enjoy a 2-hour trek in the Green Valley of Calabaceira with a local guide. Admire the lush vegetation, and explore the history of the first city built by Europeans in sub-Saharan Africa, Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

5.0(22)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 22 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £59.54 per person

Like Locals: Praia and Cidade Velha Tour + Local Pontxi Tasting

Move like locals in this four hours tour, explore the Historic center of Plateau and all highlights of the first city built by Europeans in the sub-saran Africa (Cidade Velha). get to know the cradle of Cape Verdian history and culture, visit emblematic places filled with extraordinary stories.

5.0(21)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 21 reviews5 hFree cancellation

From £46.78 per person

Santiago Island: Best of Praia & Cidade Velha Tour, a World Heritage Site

Explore Praia on a guided tour of the Municipal Market and the city major historical sites. Visit Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and learn about the history of slavery in the first city built by Europeans in sub-Saharan Africa.

4.9(19)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 19 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £50.19 per person

Santiago Island Experience - Culture, Nature & Tarrafal Beach

Enjoy a full-day tour exploring the interior and coast of Santiago Island, the best way to discover Cape Verde’s culture, history, and landscapes. After morning pickup, travel to São Domingos, Órgãos, and Picos to admire impressive mountains. Continue to Assomada City to visit the local market and experience daily island life. Stop at Good Entry to see the largest and oldest tree in Cape Verde, t…

4.9(14)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 14 reviews5 hFree cancellation

From £95.98 per person

Hiking: Monte Tchota Natural Park - Pico D’Antónia (1394m) - Longueira

Enjoy a spectacular hike from the Monte Txota Natural Park, to Pico D’Antónia with 1394 meters of altitude. See endemic plants and birds, and enjoy beautiful views from Santiago Island’s highest mountain. Hike through the agricultural fields, local houses and visit a local family.

4.7(15)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 15 reviews6 hFree cancellation

From £72.30 per person

Highlights of Cidade Velha with local guide

Explore the first city built by Europeans in sub-Saharan Africa, Cidade Velha, a World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Cape Verdean nation and culture. Enrich your knowledge of the history of colonization and slavery in Cape Verde, and take in the city's highlights.

4.4(10)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 10 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £46.78 per person

Like Locals: Banana Plantation, and Cuscuz with locals

Take this incredible tour moving around like locals, enjoy the largest Banana and coconut plantation of Cape Verde and visit a local rum distillery.

5.0(7)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £55.29 per person

Praia: Guided Historic Walking Tour & Lunch with Locals

Discover Praia's historic center and its wonderful colonial architecture and learn the local history with a local tour guide. Visit local markets and and refresh yourself with local flavors in a restaurant overlooking the sea.

4.5(8)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 8 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £63.80 per person

From Praia, Baobab Mysterious Tree, Green Valley & Old City Hike

This unique hike takes you through the lush Ribeira Grande valley, rich in local flora and fauna. One of the main highlights is a stop at Cape Verde’s largest and oldest baobab tree, over 400 years old — a perfect spot for unforgettable photos. You’ll also learn how grogue, the national drink of Cape Verde, is traditionally made, and may even spot the country’s most iconic bird, a proud national…

4.7(6)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 6 reviews3 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £51.04 per person

Full day Santiago Excursion

With this Tour you are able to leave in search of the contrasts provided by the valleys, streams and peaks of the island. You get to see picturesque places such as São Domingos and Assomada. You have the chance to visit the botanical garden at São Jorge. Visit the prison of Tarrafal and discover its history, followed by free time to take a bath in the beautiful Bay of Tarrafal.

5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £80.81 per person

Best of Santiago Island: Cidade Velha, Workshop & Tarrafal Beach Tour

Explore the rural areas of Santiago Island on a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cidade Velha, delve into local history and learn to cook local delights with a local family. Cross the Natural Park and swim in Santiago's most beautiful beach, Tarrafal.

4.7(3)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 3 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £102.08 per person

Like Locals: Santiago Island Tour

Get your self-involved with local people in this full day Santiago Island tour. Move around Santiago Island like locals and get to know some highlights of the island, Take traditional breakfast with a local family, experience the daily life of Cape Verdean people, Visit the most famous market of Cape Verde and relax in the most beautiful beach of Santiago Island.

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £63.80 per person

Cidade velha excursion

Im this tour we gonna anderstand the history of cape verd, and see the beatifull constrution build by portuguese im century 14. The island of Santiago was discovered by António da Noli, a Genoese in Portuguese service, in 1460. Da Noli settled at Ribeira Grande with his family members and Portuguese from Algarve and Alentejo in 1462. The settling conditions were good due to the abundance of water…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews5 hFree cancellation

From £87.25 per person

Banana Plantation / Black Sand Beach Experience

This is a unique and authentic experience in Santiago Island, where you get to know the rural life of the islanders up close, with a short hike in the banana plantations and local fruit tastings like seasonal fruits such as coconuts, papaya, mango and sugar cane.

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews5 hFree cancellation

From £59.54 per person

Old Town and Heritage Plateau Historic Tour with Local Guide

There are places you don’t visit with your eyes alone. Visit with the soul. Imagine standing in front of the blue infinity, feeling the same wind that for centuries blows stories of courage and longing. Imagine putting your feet where one day pages of pain were written, but also of endurance and hope. Imagine walking through ancient streets, where every stone holds memories that time has not eras…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews5 hFree cancellation

From £34.03 per person

Private Guided Santiago Island Tour: Workshop with Locals & Tarrafal Beach

Take a private tour and explore Santiago's highlights with a local tour guide. Experience a workshop with a local family and learn to make Cape Verde's famous cuscus. Visit the colorful Assomada Market and cross the Serra Malagueta Natural Park to take a dip at Tarrafal beach, the most beautiful on the island. Meet the community that preserves Cape Verde's oldest customs and learn about the local…

New8 hFree cancellation

From £102.08 per person

City Tour in Santiago Island

Is the best way to know Santiago Island, where the guest is able to see the diversities of the island as a third highest montains, and the most popular and beautifull beaches in Santiago, also are able to know the true way of living of the local people. And we can indicate and show the most beatifull spots of the city, places to eat a tradicional food, entertainament at nigth, a traditional marke…

New3 h 20 minFree cancellation

From £90.74 per person

Experience Artificial Become Oilier POR a Day in Assomada

Observe the entire craft process, from the preparation of clay to the final cooking. • Experience molding your own piece DE clay with guidance from local potters. • Learn more about the culture, customs and stories that shape life in Fontilima. • Taste a small traditional snack DA village, made with affection by the locals. .Opportunity to create your own piece of art

New4 hFree cancellation

From £102.08 per person

Beach & Old Town Tour – History, Culture & Iconic Sights

Explore Santiago Island on this guided tour of Beach City and Old Town, combining history, culture and local life. Start in the capital, visiting typical markets, squares and neighborhoods to feel the vibrant daily life of the beaches. Follow up to the historic Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with stone streets, fortresses and monuments that reveal the history and soul of Cape Verde. A un…

New3 hFree cancellation

From £80.81 per person

Guided Full-Day Santiago Island Tour

Join us for an unforgettable journey through Santiago, where you’ll explore the island’s vibrant culture and rich history. Start by traversing the lush interior, visiting the Eco Center to meet local animals and unique plant species. Experience the lively Assomada marketplace and pass through the stunning Serra Malagueta National Park. Unwind on the beautiful Tarrafal Beach, soaking up the sun an…

New8 hFree cancellation

From £85.06 per person

Old Town and World Heritage Plateau: Historical Guided Tour

Discover the two faces of Santiago in one day! This exclusive tour takes you from the vibrant energy of the Planalto and the Sucupira market in Praia, to the historic tranquility of the Old Town (world heritage) and the D. Maria Pia Lighthouse. An authentic dive into the Cape Verdean soul, where culture, history and stunning landscapes meet. Perfect for those who want to live the island beyond th…

New5 hFree cancellation

From £46.78 per person

Full Day Santiago Island Discovery from Praia to Tarrafal

Uncover the beauty of Cape Verde with a carefully curated tour that takes you through stunning volcanic landscapes, scenic crater trails, and picturesque villages. This adventure allows travelers to connect with local cultures and explore breathtaking beaches while enjoying the warm hospitality of the islands. Whether hiking Santo Antão or relaxing on the shores of Sal and Boa Vista, every moment…

New8 hFree cancellation

From £72.30 per person

Santiago Cidade Velha Tarrafal and Sao Francisco Beach

Discover the very best of Santiago Island on this exclusive full-day tour. Journey through spectacular mountains, fertile valleys and picturesque villages while discovering the island's rich history, vibrant culture and unique traditions. Visit Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest colonial settlement in sub-Saharan Africa, including the impressive Fortress of São Filipe. Cont…

New8 hFree cancellation

From £98.67 per person

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