Santiago Island: Cuscuz Cooking, Assomada Market & Tarrafal BeachYou’ll cook Cape Verdean cuscuz in a family kitchen on Santiago Island before exploring Assomada Market’s colors and voices. Swim at Tarrafal Beach under palm trees and taste local dishes by the sea (lunch not included). With pickup from Praia and a local guide leading each step, this day trip leaves you feeling part of island life—even if just for a moment.
Pico d’Antonia Hike: Santiago Island Summit & Village LunchYou’ll hike from Rui Vaz village up to Pico d’Antonia—the highest point on Santiago Island—guided by a local who knows every bend in the trail. Expect rocky paths, sweeping island views (sometimes even Fogo or Maio), and a simple lunch that tastes perfect after the climb. It’s challenging at times but worth it for those quiet summit moments.
