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Cova do Paul

Santo Antao
Hiking Paradise

Bestlinetour Cabo Verde -Local Tour Operator

Bestlinetour Cabo Verde is a leading local tour operator specializing in multi-day trekking, mountain tourism, tailor-made trips and authentic Cape Verde experiences. Our multilingual local guides combine adventure, nature, culture and sustainable tourism across the islands.

Bordeira do Norte
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Island of Santo Antao:

Santo Antão is one of Cape Verde’s most spectacular and authentic islands, known for its volcanic mountains, lush valleys, dramatic cliffs and ancient trails. Its traditional villages, green plantations, rich culture and famous morabeza reveal the true soul of Cape Verde.

Fontainhas

One week Trekking in Santo Antao.

Experience 7 days of trekking in Santo Antão, Cape Verde, exploring volcanic mountains, lush valleys, traditional villages and breathtaking coastal landscapes. Discover iconic trails such as Paul Valley, Ribeira da Torre, Cova, Fontainhas and Ponta do Sol.A tailor-made trekking trip, designed around your pace to experience the authentic nature and culture of Santo Antão.

Book your adventure and discover Santo Antão step by step.

Bordeira do Norte

Santo Antao island Tour.

Start your adventure by meeting your private driver and local guide in Porto Novo, ready to take you on an unforgettable journey through the landscapes of Santo Antão.

Travel along the spectacular Estrada da Corda, the island’s oldest and most iconic mountain road, before visiting the impressive Cova Crater and enjoying a short walk inside this ancient volcanic landscape.Continue through Delgadinho de Corda, with its dramatic mountain views, and discover the picturesque village of Fontainhas. The journey then takes you through the spectacular Ribeira da Torre before reaching the lush Paul Valley, one of the most fertile and beautiful areas of Santo Antão.

Price per person: =120€

Private car and driver included

Guide included

Duration: 5h

Ribeira da Torre

Trekking Ribeira da Torre.

Discover the deep, lush valley surrounded by towering mountains and sculpted volcanic formations. Immerse yourself in tropical vegetation with terraced plantations, enjoying a 360-degree green landscape. Explore sugarcane fields and banana plantations, while listening to the sound of water flowing through the verdant valley. You may also enjoy a refreshing cold bath in the natural vineyard stream. After lunch, return to your hotel.

Time of walk: 4h

Elevation:+550m/ -600m

Private driver and car included

Lunch included

Price per person:100€

Guide included

Ribeira da Torre

Trek Cruzinha -Ponta do Sol.

In the morning, after breakfast, we take a short drive to the village of Cruzinha da Garça, where we begin the trail located on the north coast of the island. The path winds along dramatic cliffs, ancient stone footpaths, and small villages suspended between the ocean and the mountains, revealing wild and untouched landscapes shaped by time, with striking volcanic formations.We continue along a rock-carved coastal trail towards Ponta do Sol. Lunch is served in a local house. Afterwards, we proceed to the village of Fontainhas, a famous village considered one of the most beautiful viewpoints in the world.Then continue our journey to your hotel in Ponta do Sol.

Time of walk: 6h 

Elevation: +750m/-750m

Private car and driver included

Lunch and guide include

Price per person:130€

Aranhas

Discover the valley of Paul.

With a short transfer from your hotel to the Vale do Paul, today we head to the most exuberant valley on the island, where towering mountains embrace terraced plantations of sugarcane, fruit trees, and coffee. The landscape is alive, enriched by the constant sound of flowing water.The end of the day includes a visit to a traditional trapiche (sugarcane distillery) set up as a small museum, where you can enjoy a variety of local drinks. Afterwards, we return to your hotel.

Time of Walk: 4h

Elevation:+450m/-650m

Private guide and driver included

Lunch included

Price per person:130€

Vale do Paul

Local cuisine

Discover the authentic flavors of Santo Antão through a hands-on local cooking class with a local chef. Learn about the harvesting and preparation of local products, discover traditional ingredients and enjoy the pleasure of cooking and tasting authentic Cape Verdean food.Prepare and savor typical dishes such as Cachupa, homemade sweets and traditional local drinks, surrounded by the island’s beautiful nature, culture and morabeza.

Duration: Full day

Lunch and drinks included

Guide and transport included

Price per person: = 40€

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Forrador cuisine

Circuit VTT

Explore Santo Antão by VTT and discover one of the most spectacular islands of Cape Verde on two wheels. Ride through volcanic mountains, rugged trails, green valleys, agricultural terraces and traditional villages, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.From the mountain roads of Cova and Delgadinho to the dramatic valleys of Ribeira da Torre and Paul, this VTT adventure combines nature, adventure, local culture and authentic Cape Verdean landscapes.

Price per person:60€

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VTT

Diving in Santo Antão

Discover the hidden underwater world of Santo Antão and explore its crystal-clear waters, dramatic volcanic rocks, colourful corals and breathtaking underwater landscapes. Dive through unique submerged trails shaped by volcanic activity and experience the beauty of the deep blue Atlantic Ocean.Enjoy pleasant water temperatures while discovering a fascinating variety of marine species in one of Cape Verde’s most authentic and untouched diving destinations. From spectacular volcanic formations to vibrant underwater scenery, Santo Antão offers an unforgettable diving experience for ocean lovers and adventure seekers.

Price per person : 190 €

Duration : 5h

Recommendations – Presentation of a Valid Diving Certificate Is Required

Diving

See what our clients say about us

I can only say good things about the organiser and our guide Helton. They took all our special requests into account when planning the trip and made everything possible.We would recommend the hiking tour across the island of Santo Antao to anyone who wants to experience something new and see few tourists.

Johannes Kremer

We traveled to Cabo Verde with our family of 9 for the Eastern break. Helton booked our domestic flights, ferries, transport from airports to hotels, tours of all the islands (we visited Boa Vista, Sal, Santiago, Fogo, Santo Vicente and Sao Antao). It was a lovely ‘no stress’ holiday. We would highly recommend booking your trip with Helton!

Sofie Verstraeten

We hadden a wonderfull time in Santo Antão. We would certainly recommend this trip. The nature is beautiful with breathtaking views. Helton was great!

Lisette Vandepitte

We went hiking with Helton in Santo Antão for five days in November 2025. The guiding was superb, providing fantastic insights into Cape Verdean culture and way of life. Helton also facilitated wonderful interactions with the local population, and we learned a great deal about the flora and fauna. It was a truly enjoyable experience with Helton, and we would gladly do it again anytime

Martin Poenisch

Fantastic hike in the Paul Valley with Helton! His knowledge of the local flora, fauna and trails made the experience truly special. Fluent in English and Spanish, he also introduced us to authentic local food and culture. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Santo Antão!

Ginevra Maironi

This is my second time going to Cape Verde with Bestline Tours, and I definitely recommend it 😊. This time my guide was Helton, and just like last time, the experience was fantastic 😄. Helton was a true professional and organized an amazing trip. I'll definitely keep going back to Cape Verde, and whenever I do, I'll use him and his team because they make me feel right at home. ❤️

Ianire AP

We had to change our destination to Cape Verde at the very last minute, with only flights and a rough itinerary. Helton responded immediately and managed to organize our entire trip within a few hours.

His professionalism, flexibility and attention to detail made everything smooth and stress-free. He arranged our transfers, activities, hikes, drivers and local guides, always keeping in touch and adapting to our needs.

Best Line Tours truly saved our vacation. A huge thank you to Helton and the whole team — highly recommended!

Stephane Murier

It was my first time visiting Cape Verde, and Helton organized a great tour of São Vicente. He was very friendly and spoke excellent Spanish, which was much appreciated for getting to know the culture better.
Highly recommended

Lara MH

Traditional Fishing in Santo Antão

Experience traditional fishing in Cape Verde aboard a traditional boat. Enjoy onboard entertainment, fish with rod and line, discover local fish species and experience an authentic cultural adventure connected to one of Cape Verde’s most important economic activities.

Price per person :100€ 

Round-trip hotel transfer included.

Lunch included

Guide included

Monte Trigo

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