Building a cape verde itinerary is mostly a matter of choosing which two islands deserve your week. This guide pairs Sal with Santo Antao.
Days 1-3: Sal and the easy blue water
Land at Amilcar Cabral airport, base yourself in Santa Maria and give the first days to the beach, Pedra de Lume and Buracona. See our Sal guide for depth.
Days 4-7: Santo Antao, the green wall
Fly to Sao Vicente, ferry to Porto Novo and ride the Estrada da Corda into the valleys. Hike Cova to Paul, sleep in Ponta do Sol, and finish with the cliff path to Fontainhas. Details in the Santo Antao guide.
What it costs
Expect modest guesthouse prices, cheap aluguer rides and one internal flight. Sources like the official EASE portal cover entry fees.
