Frequently Asked Questions

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Tours &
Booking

  • Nos Caminho offers guided hiking and cultural tours across Santo Antão, Cabo Verde, including valley hikes, coastal trails, village walks, and nature experiences led by knowledgeable local guides.

  • You can book your Santo Antão tour directly through our website or by contacting us via email. Once we receive your request, we’ll confirm availability and details.

  • Yes. We specialize in private and customized Santo Antão tours, tailored to your interests, fitness level, travel dates, and group size.

  • Tours are available in Portuguese, French, and English. German may be available upon request, depending on guide availability.

  • Some guided tours in Santo Antão include transportation, while others begin at a designated meeting point. This information can be discussed when we finalize your booking.

  • You may reschedule your tour with at least 48 hours’ notice (depending on the experience). While we don’t offer refunds, we’re flexible when it comes to weather-related changes.

Preparation & Safety

  • We offer Santo Antão hikes for different fitness levels, from moderate walks to challenging mountain trails. Each tour lists distance, elevation, and difficulty.

  • We recommend sturdy hiking shoes, sun protection, water, and light snacks. For longer or steeper hikes in Santo Antão, we provide additional preparation details in advance.

  • Yes. Several of our guided hikes in Santo Antão are suitable for beginners. We’re happy to help you choose a tour that matches your experience level.

  • Safety always comes first. If weather conditions make a tour unsafe, we will reschedule, or offer an alternative route. Guest safety always comes first.

  • Yes. All tours are led by experienced local Santo Antão guides who know the terrain, weather patterns, and trails well.

  • Some tours are suitable for children, depending on age and route difficulty. Please contact us so we can recommend a family-friendly option.

Community & Sustainability

  • Yes. All Nos Caminho tours are led by local guides from Santo Antão, ensuring authentic experiences and deep local knowledge.

  • We practice community-based tourism in Santo Antão, working with local guides, drivers, farmers, and artisans and paying fair local wages.

  • Yes. We follow eco-tourism principles, promoting low-impact hiking, respect for nature, and responsible travel throughout Santo Antão.

  • Our tours are designed to respect local life in Santo Antão villages, encouraging mindful interaction, cultural awareness, and responsible behavior.

  • Yes. We collaborate with local cafés, producers, and artisans and encourage guests to support the local economy.

  • Fair-wage tourism means ensuring tourism in Santo Antão provides long-term benefits for local people, not just visitors.