Santiago Island: Longueira, Pico de Antónia & Monte Tchota Trek
Overview
Enjoy a spectacular hike from the Monte Txota Natural Park, to Pico D’Antónia with 1394 meters of altitude. See endemic plants and birds, and enjoy beautiful views from Santiago Island’s highest mountain. Hike through the agricultural fields, local houses and visit a local family.
Inclusions
- Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia or São Jorge dos Órgãos
- Transportation
- Tour Guide
- Liability insurance
- Snacks - Picnic (soft juice + sandwich + fruit)
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Praia, Praia, Santiago
Begin your tour with pickup at your accommodation, and then head towards the village of Longueira in São Jorge dos Órgãos, where your hiking adventure awaits.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Lembalemba Ecocamp, São Jorge dos Órgãos, Cabo Verde
Start the hike at an altitude of 485 meters above sea level and walk between the local houses and agricultural fields of corn, mango, coffee, tomato and papaya, depending on the season. Visit a local family and get to know their daily life
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pico de Antonia, Ponta Verde, Santiago Cape Verde
Move on uphill to the walking point of Pico D'Antónia. With an elevation of 1394 meters, this is the highest point of Santiago Island. Make a well-deserved stop for a picnic, enjoy stunning views and, weather permitting, be surprised by the nearby Fogo Island with its volcano lost on the horizon.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Estação de Monte Tchota, 29PG+QQQ, São Jorge dos Órgãos, Cabo Verde
Next, walk through the unspoilt Monte Txota Natural Park, see and learn about the endemic plants and birds threatened with extinction. Move on to a secret viewpoint and discover one of the best views on the island.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Rui Vaz, Cabo Verde
Your hiking ends at an altitude of 1000 meters above sea level in the village of Rui Vaz.
Stop At: Praia, Praia, Santiago
Finally, be pick-ed up and trasnfered to your accommodation.
Duration: 35 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Praia, Praia, Santiago
Begin your tour with pickup at your accommodation, and then head towards the village of Longueira in São Jorge dos Órgãos, where your hiking adventure awaits.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Lembalemba Ecocamp, São Jorge dos Órgãos, Cabo Verde
Start the hike at an altitude of 485 meters above sea level and walk between the local houses and agricultural fields of corn, mango, coffee, tomato and papaya, depending on the season. Visit a local family and get to know their daily life
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pico de Antonia, Ponta Verde, Santiago Cape Verde
Move on uphill to the walking point of Pico D'Antónia. With an elevation of 1394 meters, this is the highest point of Santiago Island. Make a well-deserved stop for a picnic, enjoy stunning views and, weather permitting, be surprised by the nearby Fogo Island with its volcano lost on the horizon.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Estação de Monte Tchota, 29PG+QQQ, São Jorge dos Órgãos, Cabo Verde
Next, walk through the unspoilt Monte Txota Natural Park, see and learn about the endemic plants and birds threatened with extinction. Move on to a secret viewpoint and discover one of the best views on the island.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Rui Vaz, Cabo Verde
Your hiking ends at an altitude of 1000 meters above sea level in the village of Rui Vaz.
Stop At: Praia, Praia, Santiago
Finally, be pick-ed up and trasnfered to your accommodation.
Duration: 35 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
- Route File (Option 1) Walking Distance: +/- 9 km , Total Walking Duration: +/- 5 -6 hours Degree of difficulty: Very difficult Elevation gain: +/- 1050 m Elevation loss: +/- 600 m Max Elevation: +/- 1400 m Min Elevation: +/- 485 m, Trail type: One Way, Path quality: Tilty, narrow.
- Suitable for walkers with some fitness and no health problems.
- This activity is for travelers over 16 years old.
- We strongly advise wearing hiking pants, especially from August to November. Additionally, bring hiking shoes and walking sticks as some trails may require level 1 climbing. Don't forget to wear a hat, apply sunscreen, and carry water.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Alexander S
March 2023
I can strongly recommend this tour. The hike was not too difficult. I enjoyed the wonderful nature and lookouts. The guide was very friendly and funny.
I can strongly recommend this tour. The hike was not too difficult. I enjoyed the wonderful nature and lookouts. The guide was very friendly and funny.tripatib
January 2021
J'ai fait la balade avec le guide Garcia qui aime son Cap Vert et son métier tout est naturel il raconte explique avec plaisir. Le circuit offre des paysages sauvages avec le long du circuit des minis fermes avec de petits agriculteurs accueillant et souriants. Ca grimpe c'est parfois vertigineux...
J'ai fait la balade avec le guide Garcia qui aime son Cap Vert et son métier tout est naturel il raconte explique avec plaisir. Le circuit offre des paysages sauvages avec le long du circuit des minis fermes avec de petits agriculteurs accueillant et souriants. Ca grimpe c'est parfois vertigineux mais Garcia s'adapte à votre rythme. Je recommande cette sortie au sommet de Santiago.