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Santiago Island Tour: Meet with a Local Family & Tarrafal Beach

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Overview

Discover Santiago's highlights on this full-day tour. Experience a workshop with a local family and learn to make Cape Verde's famous cuscus. Visit the colorful Assomada Market and cross the Serra Malagueta Natural Park to take a dip at Tarrafal beach, the most beautiful on the island. Meet the community that preserves Cape Verde's oldest customs and learn about the local culture.

What's Included

  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia
  • Liability insurance
  • Transportation
  • Lunch
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If your accommodation is not listed, please send us an email with your pick-up address in Praia.

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Praia

Get picked up at your accommodation, then depart toward the interior of the island.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

São Lourenço dos Órgãos

Make your first stop at Mrs. Luisa's house. There, learn to cook and savor cuscuz (a traditional cake made from corn flour) and fidjós (fried banana mixed with wheat), the typical breakfast for Cape Verdean families.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Assomada Market

After the workshop, head to the city of Assomada and visit its famous market (Wednesdays and Saturdays only), meet locals and admire the vibrant colors of the local fruits and vegetables.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Serra de Malagueta

Move on to the Serra Malagueta natural park and marvel at the incredible views from 1000 meters (3,280 feet) above sea level.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tarrafal Beach

Next, swim at Santiago's most beautiful beach, Tarrafal, surrounded by white sand, hills and palm trees. Next, take a break for a delicious lunch at your own expense at a local restaurant and enjoy the local cuisine.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Calheta de Sao Miguel

After lunch, drive back along the beautiful east coast, take in breathtaking photo stops at the awe-inspiring volcanic landscapes of Calheta.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pedra Badejo

Drive between the country's verdant agricultural fields before heading to Praia.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Praia

The tour concludes with a drive back to Praia, the capital of the country.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Santiago (pass by)

After discovering Santiago's highlights on this full-day tour, be dropped off at the inicial pickup point.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please note that the fair in Assomada Market takes place on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Santiago Island Tour: Meet with a Local Family & Tarrafal Beach?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-01).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-104417P3

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Santiago Island Tour: Meet with a Local Family & Tarrafal Beach?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-01).
  • This tour 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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia.
  • Liability insurance.
  • Transportation.
  • Workshop of Cuscuz and Fidjós (local delights).
  • Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Santiago Island Tour: Meet with a Local Family & Tarrafal Beach is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Santiago Island Tour: Meet with a Local Family & Tarrafal Beach will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia
  • Liability insurance
  • Transportation
  • Workshop of Cuscuz and Fidjós (local delights)
  • Tour Guide
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please note that the fair in Assomada Market takes place on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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