Cape Verde · EVENING EXPERIENCES
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 14 evening trips worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Watch loggerhead turtles nest on Boa Vista’s protected beaches, with hotel transfers, trained guides, and a conservation fee included.
“Our guide was very knowledgeable & friendly. It was a once in a lifetime experience, not to be missed.”
Hike Sal’s west coast from Ponta Preta to Monte Leão, with sea views, coastal stops, a support truck, and a memorable sunset.
“Belle randonnée, guide professionnelle. nous avons passé un très bon moment. Et le coucher de soleil... waouh... nous en avons pris plein les yeux”
Explore Mindelo after dark with local music, traditional dance, grogue, tucked-away bars, and practical restaurant tips in a two-hour walking tour.
“Marion is a friendly guide. She knows all the best spots where you can listen to local music and she always has a cool story to tell about the cape verdean culture. Her love for this country truly shows. We had a great time with her. I highly recommend!”
Spend a private sunset at Ponta Preta Beach in a luxury glamping tent with dinner, wine, transport, air conditioning, and ocean views.
“Normaal niet van de reviews schrijven maar… voor ons een echte 5-sterrenervaring, omdat alles klopte en Marta (en haar collega op het strand) dit meer dan verdienen. Een unieke ervaring & 100% aanrader. Dit voor de verjaardag van mijn vriendin 🔝 Wanneer je voor Kaapverdië hebt gekozen, zou ik iedereen adviseren om dit mee te maken. Top service, alles goed geregeld en lekker. Prachtig!”
Drive the Viana Desert by night, pause beneath Cape Verde’s stars, visit Fatima Church, and finish with Sal Rei sights on a two-hour buggy tour.
“The evening buggy tour was amazing! The guide was so good and friendly (so bad with remembering names but my partner said he looks like snoop dog!) We really enjoyed it and thoroughly recommend this tour to anyone! Thanks again”
Race across Sal’s dark desert by illuminated SSV buggy, visit Serra Negra and a turtle beach, then finish with a non-alcoholic cocktail.
“Me and my other half did this tour on the 10th June and had great fun doing this with 2 great guides who made it very enjoyable and told us lots of information about the island.”
Ride a night buggy from Santa Maria to Sal’s dunes and turtle beaches, with hotel pickup, safety gear, guides, and a small group.
“La possibilità di poter visitare il deserto di notte con delle guide esperte e competenti e di guidare dei nuovi mezzi mai provati”
Explore Mindelo after dark on a two-hour music walk through well-known and tucked-away bars, with local tips on food and live music.
“We loved our tour, had some good recommendations for food and music as a start of our stay in Mindelo.”
Watch endangered loggerhead turtles nest on Sal Island with local guides, infrared lights, hotel transfers, and ethical wildlife rules for $46.
“Was amazing seeing the turtle lay eggs and then cover them before making her way back to the sea. The trip was a lot shorter than expected. Was picked up at 2030 and was back at hotel by 2200”
Review of Boa Vista’s sunset dinner with beachside buffet, Ponche, African drumming, fire eating, live music, and transport for $76.
“The food was excellent. Wine was ok. Toilets were dreadful, and the seating was very uncomfortable. Entertainment was energetic, but a little too long for me. Others seemed to really enjoy it though. Fire eater was amazing. Definitely take a jacket, beach location was stunning, despite it being cloudy, so no sunset. Overall, it was very good value for money, and probably a nice break from the all inclusive hotel accommodation.”
Hike to São Vicente’s Dona Amélia Lighthouse at sunset, with coastal views, local villages, hotel pickup, and a friendly guide.
“The view was breathtaking along with the knowledge of our guide. Absolutely a must do when in Cape Verde.”
Watch Boa Vista’s South Atlantic sunset over dinner, Ponche, drumming, dancing, and live music at Morabeza Beach Club.
“The food was very good and the cocktails were excellent. The entertainment was first class....but the sunset alone was worth the visit. We would definitely return...stunning evening!”
Boa Vista African Night combines drum-led entertainment, Cape Verdean food, live music, hotel transfers, and Sal Rei nightlife for $100.
“Ci siamo davvero divertiti, sono stati tutti gentili e simpatici anche i signori che erano in gruppo con noi.”
Watch Sal’s Atlantic sunset from a candlelit beach setup with Fogo wine, cushions, and private hotel transfers for up to 10 people.
Pick an island, a boat or a dune.
