Serra Malagueta Natural Park Hike & Relaxing Swim at Tarrafal Beach


8 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
1 - 8
Mobile ticket

Overview

Discover Santiago Island on a hike that covers Serra Malagueta Natural Park and Tarrafal Beach. See and learn about native flora and fauna and swim at Santiago's most beautiful beach, Tarrafal, surrounded by hills and palm trees.

Inclusions

  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia
  • Transportation
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Picnic
  • Liability insurance

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Praia, Praia, Santiago

The day begins with pickup from your accommodation in Praia and heads inland to the traditional Assomada Market.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Serra de Malagueta, Hauptstrasse von Praia nach Tarrrafal, Santiago Cape Verde

Drive through the mountains to the Serra Malagueta Natural Park, where your hiking adventure awaits. Begin the hike through fertile areas at an altitude of 850 meters above sea level and follow your guide as you head into the lush landscapes of the park, which
spans 774 hectares, home to more than 124 species of plants and 19 species of birds. Be amazed by breathtaking scenery of the surrounding mountains and listen to your tour guide share
information about the local flora and fauna, many of which can only
be found here in the park.
Please not that the €2 per person for Park entrance is not included

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Tarrafal Beach, Strand von Tarrafal, Tarrafal, Santiago 7110 Cape Verde

The next stop is Tarrafal Beach, Santiago Island's most beautiful beach, surrounded by white sand, hills and palm trees. Swim and chill out on the shore, afterwards, take a break for a delicious lunch.



Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Praia, Praia, Santiago

At the end of an unforgettable day, sit back and relax on the return journey to Praia.

Duration: 2 hours

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please bring hiking shoes, flip-flops/sandals, a towel, a hat, swimwear, and sunscreen.
  • Note that the visit to Assomada Market is only on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Activity for travelers over 6 years old.
  • ROUTE FILE : Walking Distance: +/- 8, 5 km Total Walking Duration: +/- 3 hours  Degree of difficulty: Moderate Elevation gain: +/- 280 m Elevation loss: -/+ 280 m Max Elevation: +/- 1075 m Min Elevation: +/- 800 m, Trail type: Loop Path quality: Flat, wide and safe trail
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • 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.
bjoernp252
January 2020

The trekking in Serra Malagueta was ok. The guide was very friendly, patient and answered all our questions but we expected more information and explanations relating to the area during the trek. We could only spend a few minutes at the Assomada market as they wanted to merge us with another gro...

helenliebling
December 2019

I did a one day walk in Serra Malaguetta National Park organised by BuCountry. The walk was excellent with fantastic views and a helpful guide. We had lunch in a secluded picnic spot in the forest and walked to see outstanding views. I would highly recommend this trip as well as the 6 day tour of...

52roxanner
August 2023

We hebben een fantastische dag gehad. In de ochtend werden we opgehaald en we bleken de enige te zijn voor de tour dus we hadden een privetour met eigen chauffeur en gids. De gids sprak fantastisch Engels en we hebben de hele dag met elkaar kunnen kletsen. De hike was tof, mooie uitzichten en de ...

635florianes
April 2023

Cela a été un moment très sympathique ! La randonnée est très accessible, la vue très jolie et la plage de Tarrafal : parfaite ! Notre guide parlait français et était très bienveillant, a l'écoute de nos questions, respectueux de nos attentes.

Trail819937
May 2022

Fui uma maravilhosa caminhada com Alfonso. E um guia muito simpático, jovial e processional. Ele mostro pra nós o meio ambiente de Santiago e conto a história do país. O fim do dia na praia fui agradável. Foi um dia ótimo. Muito obrigado. Eu recommande ele pra todos.

Irina_K
July 2022

Greatly arranged tour, the guide Alfonso was much fun and great to go on hike with, enjoyed a lot the nature and authentic experiences at Tarrafal Village.. . Great small local agency with a heart, highly recommend

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