Fogo Island: Spectacular Vulcano HIking Experience(2829 m)

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About this activity

Hike to Cape Verde's highest peak, Pico do Fogo, the third highest mountain in the Atlantic Ocean with an altitude of 2,829 meters. Surprise yourself with an adventurous guided hike to the summit of Fogo volcano and marvel at breathtaking landscapes above the clouds.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Bu Country Tours

Ages: Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Liability insurance
Included: All Fees and Taxes

Itinerary

Fogo

Passing by

Get picked up at your accommodation and depart towards the Volcano.
Cha das Caldeiras

30 min

Marvel with the view from the mountain foot, with a regular, active volcanic cone, where the last eruption was in 2014.
Pico Do Fogo

4 hours

Time to start the real adventure: Clibing the highest mountain on the island. Start the ascent that requires support of the guide which will adjust the climbing rate according to your skills. After 3 - 4 hours, reach the highest peak of Cape Verde. From the top of the volcano, the highest mountain in Cape Verde reaching 2829 meters, and the third highest mountain in the Atlantic Ocean, contemplate an unforgettable 360 degrees panoramic view over the whole Fogo Island with the privilege to see the other Islands too if the weather is good. Next, take a walk through the crater and feel the sensation of touching the sky above the clouds. The surroundings of the volcano are deep black and either composed of lava coast of Fogo island, very fertile with lush green vegetation. From there, the guide will broaden your knowledge of the eruption that has left the entire city covered with lava. After a picnic, start the descent running down toward the small peak in the lava ash, an experience not to miss.
Fogo

30 min

After doing one of the best things to do in Cape Verde, the tour concludes with walking back to your accommodation.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Port of Fogo
Pensao Amizade No Corasao
Hotel Ocean View & Restaurante Seafood
Bamboo Xaguate Hotel
Sao Filipe Airport

If your accommodation is not listed, please send us an email with your pick-up address in Fogo .

Airport pick-up is not included. An additional fee will apply for travelers who require this service.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Walking Distance: +/- 9 km // Total Walking Duration: +/ 5 - 6 hours  //Degree of difficulty: Difficult Elevation gain: +/- 1050 m // Elevation loss: -/+ 1050 m  Max Elevation: +/- 2830 m  Min Elevation: +/- 1730 m// Trail type: Loop  Path quality: Ramping up steeply, narrow and safe trail.
Please bring hiking shoes, walking sticks, hat, sunscreen, picnic and water.

Options

Hiking from Chã das Caldeiras

Duration: 5 hours

Chã - Volcano - Chã: Our local guide will pick you up at your accommodation in Chã das Caldeiras. Then, walk until you reach the volcano.

Pickup included
Hiking from São Filipe

Duration: 7 hours: Usually, the walk takes approximately 5 hours and the round trip transfers 2 hours.

São Filipe - Volcano - São Fil: Get picked up from your accommodation in São Filipe and depart toward the Volcano. After the hiking drive back to the hotel.

Pickup included