Cape Verde · FOGO VOLCANO CLIMBS
Pico do Fogo is a hard 1,000 metres of loose ash and it starts in the dark. These 9 ascents differ on transport from São Filipe, guide ratio and whether breakfast on the caldera floor is included.
Hike Pico do Fogo to 2,829 meters for huge island views, volcanic ash runs, expert local guides, and a memorable day on Fogo Island.
“We liked the explanation of the guide and the landscape, unfortunately the horizon was not fully clear due to clouds below us, because of the season”
Hike Santo Antão’s Cova crater to Paul Valley, with ocean views, tropical plantations, a grogue tasting, and local guiding for $100.
“I'm Extremely disappointed with the way that Bu Country Tours handled my booking! I confirmed an updated pick up location the day before my scheduled tour, only to find out on the actual tour day that the people in the office had neglected to notify the tour guides. What resulted from that mess up was that both me and the poor tour guides (Lea and Maira) were trying in vain to locate each other via Whatsapp for 2 hours. The person from the Bu Country Tour office that I spoke to on the day kept telling me that my tour guides were gonna head back to pick me up at…”
Explore Fogo Island’s Pico do Fogo, taste Manecom wine, goat cheese and coffee, and learn how Chã das Caldeiras communities live with a volcano.
“The island is amazing, we had a great time. The tour guides had all the answers and very friendly. The food was very good also.”
Explore Fogo Volcano from São Filipe, walk across 2014 lava, visit rural villages, and taste local Manecon wine with fresh goat cheese.
“unser Guide Edmar hat uns einen wunderschönen Tag geschenkt.sehr gute Informationen gegeben.wi rkonnten uns sehr gut verständigen . Er ist außerordentlich sympathisch. Vielen Dank”
Hike from Cova de Paúl’s volcanic crater into Santo Antão’s green valley, with mountain views, local guiding, and optional grogue tasting.
“The scenery was amazing! Edson was a great guide: he seemed to sense our pace; he was very informative. We had a wonderful lunch at a cafe he recommended. My legs were sore for days….we did it downhill, but it is frequently steep, with loose gravel over paving stones. Still, very do-able and totally worth it! Highly recommended.”
Climb Fogo’s 2,829-meter Pico do Fogo with a local guide, crater views, volcanic ash descent, and a demanding five-hour hike.
“The trip was very intens. You really have to climb. If you are afraid of hights or have a bad condition, don't try this If you love hiking, than this is absolutely something for you! Our guide Flavio also did a great job! He was patient and very helpful. Props to him!”
See Santo Antão’s Cova crater, mountain roads, Fontainhas, Ponta do Sol, Paul Valley, and a local grogue distillery on a private day tour.
“Excursion très complète pour contempler les points emblématiques de l’île de santo antao . Notre Guide RIVA a été génial, et d’une gentillesse absolue. Natif de l’île, il nous a expliqué toute l’histoire de celle ci et fait découvrir des endroits à couper le souffle . Ses compéRead more”
Hike Santo Antão’s Cova crater to Paul Valley with a multilingual guide, ocean views, tropical farms, and a traditional grogue tasting.
“O passeio como um todo foi incrível. O guia John nos buscou na nossa hospedagem e nos levou até a Cova de carro, de onde partimos numa trilha a pé durante algumas horas. O percurso todo tinhas vistas espetaculares e o guia conhecia muito bem o caminho e a natureza. Recomendamos a todos!”
Hike Viana Volcano from Mindelo for crater views, island panoramas, expert guides, and a three-hour desert adventure in São Vicente.
Pick an island, a boat or a dune.
