Volunteering with animals in Sao Vicente!

4.9 (12 reviews) 3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Puppies in the shelter of Simabo — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Dog walking — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Don't miss the opportunity to volunteer with animals during your trip to Cape Verde.

You will see magnificent places and learn about aspects of the island that most tourists ignore.

Not only will you do good to dogs and cats that Simabo has been dealing with for years, but you will fill your heart with pure emotions that you will carry with you forever.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: Portuguese, English, Italian
Operated by: simabo association

Ages: Youth (16–29 years) · Adults (30–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Breakfast
Not included: Carbonated beverages: Soda/Pop

Itinerary

You will have the chance to take care of the abandoned and stray dogs and cats of Sao Vicente Island. We always need a hand in our shelter which has more than 70 dogs and 20 cats. We offer you a unique opportunity to fill your trip with love as well as introduce you to every aspect of the Cape Verde Islands. You will be able to walk the shelter dogs, accompany needy animals to the clinic, play with the puppies and thus get them used to human contact, cuddle the cats and help us out in the hostel (the proceeds of which go 100% for the animals). We are waiting for you!

Stop 1

Meeting point and pickup

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

Meeting point

We don't accept bookings for the same day. Please book at least one day in advance. Preferred time is 8AM. Thank you

End point

We don't accept bookings for the same day. Please book at least one day in advance. Preferred time is 8AM. Thank you

Pickup points

Prassa 3 Boutique Hotel
Residential Jenny
Oasis Atlantico Porto Grande
sao vicente
Casa Branca Hotel
THe Don Paco Hotel
Mindel Hotel
Aparthotel Avenida

We offer free pick-up from our hostel: Simabo's Backpackers Hostel, Avenida Vicente Rendall Leite 13, Mindelo 1234, Cape Verde

We can pick up tourists and volunteers from the island's airport or port and take them to our hostel or directly to the dog shelter.

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

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Cuddly cuddles + overnight stay

Simabo's Backpackers' Hostel: The entire proceeds of the hostel are donated to the animals of the island! Simple but complete and comfortable rooms.

Duration: 1 day

Common kitchen: Guests can use the common kitchen, where they will meet other guests and the association's volunteers.

On site: The cattery is located a few meters from the hostel. Times are only indicative.
Shelter + night at the hostel!

Simabo's Backpackers' Hostel,: Simple and comfortable rooms. 100% of the proceeds are donated to the animals of the island
A day in the kennel

Duration: 4 hours

Pickup included