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Cheap Holidays to Cape Verde Islands

Situated in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Verde, a tiny island nation of Africa, is a beautiful blend of majestic mountains, unspoilt beaches and peaceful atmosphere. Its stunning natural beauty, mild weather and secluded islands have made Cape Verde the top choice among beach lovers and nature enthusiasts.

The rugged country terrain lends itself to all sorts of adventure sports from hiking to mountaineering. The pristine Blue-Flag beaches, on the other hand, are great for relaxation and watersports. Mindelo, the northern port town of Cape Verde, is the cultural capital of the country, where old, historical buildings jostle with modern clubs and bars.

There are plenty of international flights connecting Cape Verde to the rest of the world. Start your Cape Verde holidays by landing at Amilcar Cabral Airport on Sal Island. Take a trip to Sao Vicente to check out the highest peak of the island, Mount Verde. Have a rocking night out at one of the many night clubs of Mindelo. Sao Antao, offers hiking and nature walking trails, while Boa Vista offers some of the most beautiful, wind-swept beaches. The small town of Sal Rei has a number of great hotels and resorts and is good for windsurfing, while the island of Sal, with its lively night scene and options for adventure sports, is perhaps the most touristy island in the archipelago. From family-friendly fun to wholesome adventure, holidays to Cape Verde are a great way to get marooned this summer.

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Getting Around Cape Verde Islands

🚌 Transport in the Cape Verde Islands Region

As a new tourist destination on a fairly undeveloped island, Cape Verde’s roads are pretty rudimentary. That said, it’s easy to get a taxi from both major airports in Sal and Santiago. Buses are limited to the two main towns, and due to the unpredictable roads most tourists choose not to drive. All the islands are connected by ferry services, but don’t expect a bar – they double as cargo ships!

Travelling by bus or carSantiago and Sao Vincente are the only islands with bus services. But you can flag down a shared bus called the aluguer – just don’t ask for a timetable because there isn’t one! As tourism picks up, options for car hire are improving. But it’s a brave driver who tackles the islands’ sometimes ramshackle roads, especially without a 4 x 4. If you do go for it, stick to the right  
Passports and Visas

British citizens need a visa and 6 months on their passport to enter Cape Verde. To avoid delays on arrival it’s best to arrange this before you travel. To find out how to do this go to For more information and advice, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cape-verde/entryrequirements or the Foreign Office at www.fco.gov.uk/en/

Health and Safety

You’ll need travel and medical insurance to travel to Cape Verde. Be aware that medical facilities on the islands are limited. For more info, see www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cape-verde/health

Vaccinations

You don’t need vaccinations but all tourists should make sure their routine jabs are up to date. Travellers to Santiago between September and November may need to take malaria tablets. See your GP for more advice.

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