Santo Antão’s Signature Trek: Cova Crater into Paúl Valley – 5K

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Have a family trek on Santo Antão — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Friends trekking Cova Crater with Green Line Tours — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Experience the rich culture and breathtaking landscapes of Santo Antão with our Trek into the Cova Crater. Our local passionate guide is waiting to have an immersive experience, sharing the local traditions and the vibrant Caboverdean lifestyle. Get ready to witness the stunning green valleys, mountainous terrain, traditional farming practices, and hardworking people that make this island so unique. It's the perfect way to immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of Cabo Verde. Great for those who want to experience one of the most beautiful walks on the Island; the walk can be up to 3 hours, more or less, and can be good for all travelers, depending on mobility and health.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Green Line Tours Cabo Verde

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional local guide
Included: Private transportation
Included: Entrance distillery
Included: Liability insurance

Not included

Not included: The cost of lunch is typically 10 - 20 euros. Please bring cash, euros or escudos, as cards may not be accepted.
Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

Pick up in the morning by your local guide to begin an adventurous day on the Island of the mountains. This hike is by far the MOST POPULAR on the Island! Passing through the stunning valley of Paul, this is an opportunity to witness life on the Island, first hand. We look forward to sharing local insights, and connecting with people. It is our pleasure to share with you this beautiful place on earth:)
Porto Novo

45 min

begin journey through the Mountains, traveling along the Old Mountain Road, with breathtaking sights
Stop 3

15 min

We arrive to the top of the Volcano Crater of Cova de Paul - A must see! Atop of Cova crater you will have breathtaking views of the immense lush green valley below. From up here, the air is fresh, and you can smell the vegetation, listen and you will hear the sounds of the small farming communities below. This vally has been home to people for generations, sustaining life on the Islands; you will Pass small villages of people with their plantations, farmers live here, men, woman, children even animals all have a role in the village and here you will witness how they make it all come together.
Cova - Krater

2 h 45 min

Hike into ancient Volcano Crater of Cova de Paul, one of the most stunning places on

Cape Verde. Experience the authentic lifestyle and hospitality of the people on the Island of the Mountains as you pass through villages on your walk, Witness the vegetation and farming of the most fertile valley on the Cabo Verde Island
Eito

15 min

Our local rum, Grogue is produced here, visit the distillery to see how it’s made.
Paul

one hour

Passing through the village of Paul, traditional farming lifestyle, hardworking people and rich culture, which can not be justified by words, but must be taken in by your encounter

Have a delicious lunch in the valley at a traditional restaurant with typical dishes.

Cost not included, please bring euros or local currency, escudos, cost range: 10 to 20 euros.
Porto Novo

one hour

Traveling back to Porto Novo on the New stunning coastal Road, passing through mountain tunnels, and colorful villages arriving to Porto Novo. Note: if you will be dropped off at another location you may miss this portion of the experience.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet inside Garemaritima, we will have a sign with the Lead Traveller name on it.

End point

Meet inside Garemaritima, we will have a sign with the Lead Traveller name on it.

Pickup points

Residencial Por Do Sol
Residencial Nova Cidade
Pedra de Rala
Residencial Chez Flor
Cap-Azul
Hotel Santantao Art Resort

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.