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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

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: 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

Hiking Pico de Antónia – Summit Adventure & Scenic Views

Experience one of the most rewarding walks of the island of Santiago on this guided adventure to the Pico de Antónia, the highest point of the island, at 1,394 meters altitude. The experience begins with a pick-up in the morning, followed by a panoramic trip to the village of Rui Vaz, where the walk begins. The climb is challenging but rewarding, going through beautiful mountainous landscapes. At…

5.0(8)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 8 reviews4 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £85.06 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

TRANSFER to TARRAFAL CITY

- »Guaranteed safety during the trip; - »Professional driver with years of experience; - »Quiet trip with modern vehicle; - »High quality product very comfort;

5.0(6)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews2 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

Hiking in Serra Malagueta Natural Park – Scenic Trails & Nature

Discover the green heart of Santiago Island on this guided hike through Sierra Malagueta Natural Park, one of Cape Verde’s most iconic destinations. Follow scenic trails through lush mountains, deep valleys, and natural viewpoints with breathtaking island and ocean views. Standing over 1,000 meters above sea level, the park offers a unique opportunity to connect with the island’s untouched nature…

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £61.08 per person

Praia Airport Transfer – Private Pickup & Drop-off

- »Guaranteed safety during the trip; - »Professional driver with years of experience; - »Quiet trip with modern vehicle; - »High quality product very comfort;

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews20 minFree cancellation

From £14.46 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

Hikking Natural Park/Serra Malagueta

Guide is driver, than shares all the information throughout the hikking. The walk offers several paronamic views of the island. walk inside the park and enjoy the fresh air.

3.8(4)Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 4 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £63.80 per person

Hiking to Grotto de Águas Bellas – Scenic Cave Adventure

Embark on a unique hiking that combines wildlife, rural trails and local culture on the island of Santiago. This guided experience takes you to the impressive Cave of Beautiful Waters, a true hidden natural treasure, known for its spectacular rock formations and serene environment. While exploring the cave, discover an almost untouched space where tranquility and natural beauty create a sense of…

4.3(3)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 3 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £76.56 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

Cape Verde: Green Escape to Santiago - Nature & Beach 9 Days Pack

Come and discover the wonders of Santiago islan and let yourself be enchanted by beautiful beaches, mountains and valleys still intact. Get to know the way of life of the locals and try the local gastronomy and don't forget to bring your swimsuit to dive into a cave, followed by a BBQ on the black sand beach.

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews216 h

From £935.70 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

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