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Location

Praia

Duration

8 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 15 guests

Language

English, French, Spanish, Portuguese

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore Santiago Island's charm from vibrant markets to serene Tarrafal Beach. Join a local family workshop to make authentic cuscus and delve into Cape Verdean traditions and culture.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Discover Santiago's highlights on this full-day tour. Experience a workshop with a local family and learn to make Cape Verde's famous cuscus. Visit the colorful Assomada Market and cross the Serra Malagueta Natural Park to take a dip at Tarrafal beach, the most beautiful on the island. Meet the community that preserves Cape Verde's oldest customs and learn about the local culture.

What You Get

Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia

Liability insurance

Transportation

Lunch

Good To Know

Please note that the fair in Assomada Market takes place on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Specialized infant seats are available

What You’ll Experience

Praia

Get picked up at your accommodation, then depart toward the interior of the island.

40 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

São Lourenço dos Órgãos

Make your first stop at Mrs. Luisa's house. There, learn to cook and savor cuscuz (a traditional cake made from corn flour) and fidjós (fried banana mixed with wheat), the typical breakfast for Cape Verdean families.

1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Assomada Market

After the workshop, head to the city of Assomada and visit its famous market (Wednesdays and Saturdays only), meet locals and admire the vibrant colors of the local fruits and vegetables.

1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Serra de Malagueta

Move on to the Serra Malagueta natural park and marvel at the incredible views from 1000 meters (3,280 feet) above sea level.

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Tarrafal Beach

Next, swim at Santiago's most beautiful beach, Tarrafal, surrounded by white sand, hills and palm trees. Next, take a break for a delicious lunch at your own expense at a local restaurant and enjoy the local cuisine.

2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

Calheta de Sao Miguel

After lunch, drive back along the beautiful east coast, take in breathtaking photo stops at the awe-inspiring volcanic landscapes of Calheta.

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Pedra Badejo

Drive between the country's verdant agricultural fields before heading to Praia.

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Praia

The tour concludes with a drive back to Praia, the capital of the country.

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Santiago (Pass By)

After discovering Santiago's highlights on this full-day tour, be dropped off at the inicial pickup point.

Meeting & Pickup

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

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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from $111.20

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Please note: The price varies based on group size. The time is in Cape Verde Standard Time.

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2025

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Please note: The price varies based on group size. The time is in Cape Verde Standard Time.

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

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Santiago Island Tour: Meet with a Local Family & Tarrafal Beach

Experience Details

What You Get

Good To Know

What You’ll Experience

Praia

São Lourenço dos Órgãos

Assomada Market

Serra de Malagueta

Tarrafal Beach

Calheta de Sao Miguel

Pedra Badejo

Praia

Santiago (Pass By)

Meeting & Pickup

Cancellation PolicyCancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.Read more

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Read more