6 days in Cape Verde Itinerary

Sprinkled with sand dunes and pristine, sweeping beaches where turtles nest, the island of Boa Vista has been attracting more and more visitors looking to explore its remote trails and picturesque shore.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Wed): stop by Un click per un Sorriso - The Shop, see Off-Road Tours, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Praia de Santa Mónica.

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London, UK to Boa Vista is an approximately 9.5-hour flight. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from London to Boa Vista due to the time zone difference. Traveling from London in January, things will get much warmer in Boa Vista: highs are around °C and lows about °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can travel to Praia.

The capital and largest city of Cabo Verde, Praia represents one of the most renowned commercial centers in Africa.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Thu): appreciate the extensive heritage of Rue Banana, contemplate the long history of Fortaleza Real de San Felipe, and then visit a coastal fixture at Farol de D. Maria Pia. On your second day here, contemplate the long history of Pelourinho, thenmake a trip to Cidade Velha, Historic Centre of Ribeira Grande, and then take an in-depth tour of Archeology Museum of Praia.

For where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Praia online trip maker.

You can drive from Boa Vista to Praia in 3 hours. In January, daytime highs in Praia are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Santa Maria.

Santa Maria is situated in the southern part of the island municipality of Sal, Cape Verde which has recently became a fishing and touristic city. Kick off your visit on the 11th (Sat): view the masterpieces at Visoes Africanas and then take in nature's colorful creations at Viveiro, Botanical Garden & Zoo di Terra. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Salinas de Pedra de Lume and then kick back and relax at Praia de Santa Maria.

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You can drive from Praia to Santa Maria in 3 hours. In January, daytime highs in Santa Maria are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can travel back home.