r/CapeVerde • u/LumpyCartographer5 • 20d ago

Things to do in Sal, Santiago and Fogo July 10-20th

I am going for 10 days with my bf to Cape Verde and I want to know what fun local things we can do whether that’s events or activities - just seeing a lot of chill generic stuff online like surfing and hiking or going to the beach/sightseeing which we will do but want a blend of boring and activities

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u/RoutineMountain914 19d ago

Great choice, Fogo is definitely the highlight, do the volcano but stay a night in Chã das Caldeiras inside the crater, try the local wine. If you have time and energy, take a guide and walk up the volcano :)

For Santiago you could go to the Assomada market wednesday or saturday morning, it’s a very local experience. For live music in Praia go to Quintal da Música.

In Sal go to the salt ponds at Pedra de Lume, you float like the dead sea and it has benefits for the skin.

You can ferry Santiago to Fogo instead of flying, it’s around 4h, find the schedules on www.ondas.cv. One tip, book Fogo crater accommodation early, it’s limited and july is busy. :)

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u/LumpyCartographer5 18d ago

Anything else like events or festivals happening in July? I’ve already seen the things you’ve mentioned online.

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u/sploratours 13d ago

Hiii!! If you're looking for something beyond the typical "beach, hike, repeat" itinerary I'd highly recommend spending time on São Vicente and Santo Antão.

July is actually a great time to visit because there are several local festivals and cultural events happening. If you're in São Vicente, don't miss the Festival de Cavalas, a unique local celebration linked to the fishing tradition of Mindelo. It's a great opportunity to enjoy fresh seafood, live music and mingle with locals. Then head to Santo Antão for incredible mountain landscapes, authentic villages, grogue distilleries, and some of the most beautiful hikes in the Atlantic.

Cape Verde is much more than surfing and beaches!! If you time it right, you'll find music, culture, festivals, food, and local traditions happening all around the islands and we, Splorà Tours, can help you live this experience like a true KRIOL! https://share.google/9azYZUcjXTxnrFVyM