Santiago Island: Longueira, Pico de Antónia & Monte Tchota Trek
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About the Activity
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.6 hours 15 minutes
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Food and drink : Snacks. Picnic (soft juice + sandwich + fruit)
Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia or São Jorge dos Órgãos
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Praia
Praia, Cape VerdeBegin 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.
40 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
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 life1 hour • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location
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Pico de Antonia
Ponta Verde, Cape VerdeMove 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. 2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included4
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.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location
Your hiking ends at an altitude of 1000 meters above sea level in the village of Rui Vaz.
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Praia
Praia, Cape VerdeFinally, be pick-ed up and trasnfered to your accommodation. 35 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- If your accommodation is not listed, please send us an email with your pick-up address. Airport pick-up is not included. An additional fee will apply for travelers who require this service.
- Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- 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.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Portuguese
- English
- French
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Atlantic/Cape_Verde time to receive 100% refund.
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