Activity Description

Discover one of the most charming and inviting trails on this mountain island, this hike is undoubtedly one of the best known on this island as it offers a perfect combination for nature lovers and beautiful landscapes with a strong presence of the sea and coastal areas with breathtaking views, it makes you get to know the most distant villages and difficult to access by means of transport but that enchants hikers.

Highlights
- Enjoy a mini getaway adventure amongst lush greenery and endless ocean views
- Get to know local life in some of the most picturesque villages of Cape Verde
- Reconnect with nature on a guided hike along Santo Antão’s most popular trail
- Spot turtles and enjoy time for a picnic on the black sands of Praia das Aranhas
- Visit one of the villages ranked as having some of the best views in the world

Full description
After pickup, explore on foot in Ponta do Sol, a waterfront fishing village with colorful houses. Follow a scenic road up along rocky cliffs that hover over the ocean for unforgettable views overlooking the sea.
Then, head through a winding road sculpted on the top of a mountain and surrounded with deep valleys to the picturesque village of Fontainhas, 1 of the 10 villages with the best views in the world according to National Geographic.
Following a steep descent and a pedestrian path, cross Corvo, Formiguinhas, and some dazzling sights to the Aranhas valley.
Next, arrive at a beautiful black-sand beach, Praia das Aranhas, a place to spot turtles nesting and to go for a swim, depending on sea conditions. There, find a scenic spot on the shore for a well-deserved rest and picnic (food and drinks not included).
After recharging, start your 2.5-hour hike between volcanic rocks and the ocean, offering stunning views until you reach Cruzinha, a small fishing village with more memorable views of the coast.
At the end of your unforgettable day, sit back and relax on the return transfer to your accommodation.
Discover one of the most charming and inviting trails on this mountain island, this hike is undoubtedly one of the best known on this island as it offers a perfect combination for nature lovers and beautiful landscapes with a strong presence of the sea and coastal areas with breathtaking views, it makes you get to know the most distant villages and difficult to access by means of transport but that enchants hikers. The hike starts at the touristic village of Ponta do Sol, passing by Fontainhas, Formiguinhas to Cruzinha da Garca where you will be picked up by your driver and back to your accommodation.

Distance: 17,5 km up/down: 850 m

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