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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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Serra Malagueta Natural Park Hike & Relaxing Swim at Tarrafal Beach

Discover Santiago Island on a hike that covers Serra Malagueta Natural Park and Tarrafal Beach. See and learn about native flora and fauna and swim at Santiago's most beautiful beach, Tarrafal, surrounded by hills and palm trees.

4.9(36)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 36 reviews7 hFree cancellation

From £76.56 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

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

Santiago Island: Longueira, Pico de Antónia & Monte Tchota Trek

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.

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews6 h 15 minFree cancellation

From £76.56 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

Tarrafal Adventure – Beach, History & Local Culture

The Tarrafal Experience is more than just a walk — it’s a jorna DA engaging through the heart of Cape Verde’s history and the natural beauty OF the city of Tarrafal. This full-day experience combines historical reflection, DE discovery and moments OF leisure by the sea, all in one unforgettable route through the island of Santiago. The tour begins with a guided visit to the Tarrafal Concentration…

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

From £65.44 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

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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