Getting around Cape Verde islands from Sal

Getting Around

1. Air. TACV (https://flytacv.com) serves seven of the nine inhabited islands of Cabo Verde, except Brava and Santo Antão. ...
2. Bicycle. Provided you're in good shape to handle the steep inclines, Cabo Verde's islands are a great place to bicycle around. ...
3. Boat. ...
4. Bus. ...
5. Car & Motorcycle. ...
6. Hitching. ...
7. Minibus. ...
8. Taxi.

1. How do you get around Cape Verde?
2. Can you island hop in Cape Verde?
3. Is Cape Verde safe to walk around?
4. Is Sal or Boa Vista better?
5. Where should I stay in Cape Verde?
6. How long can you stay in Cape Verde?
7. Does Cape Verde have nightlife?
8. What is the main island in Cape Verde?
9. How much does it rain in Cape Verde?
10. Why can't you swim in the sea in Cape Verde?
11. Is Cape Verde rich or poor?
12. Is Cape Verde a poor country?

How do you get around Cape Verde?

Getting around in Cape Verde

The easiest way to get around is to fly with local airline TACV. However, flights get overbooked, and travelling without an advance reservation is unreliable. The (far cheaper) alternative is ferries.

Can you island hop in Cape Verde?

Island Hopping in Cape Verde. Island hopping is one of the best ways to experience the beauty and diversity of Cape Verde's breathtaking archipelago. ... The people and culture here are an eclectic mix of African, Brazilian and Portuguese, yet each of the 10 islands that make up this beguiling archipelago is unique.

Is Cape Verde safe to walk around?

The risk of crime overall is relatively low in Cape Verde. However, travelers have reported being mugged or robbed on dark roads at night and in isolated areas.

Is Sal or Boa Vista better?

I have spoken to and know many people who have also been to both islands, and much more prefer Sal. We have been to Sal twice and last December visited Boa Vista for the first time. Vista, with Sal being three times more populated. Both islands are very much the same, however I would say Boa Vista a lot less developed.

Where should I stay in Cape Verde?

Cape Verde Hotels and Places to Stay

• Iberostar Club Boa Vista. View Hotel. Boa Vista, Cape Verde.
• Royal Horizons Boa Vista. View Hotel. ...
• Villa Sao Jose. View Hotel. ...
• Hotel Riu Karamboa. View Hotel. ...
• Pension Chez Sandro. View Hotel. ...
• Aquiles Eco Hotel. View Hotel. ...
• Pensao Casa Jose Doce. View Hotel. ...
• Hotel Riu Palace Boavista. View Hotel.

How long can you stay in Cape Verde?

A tourist visa for up to 30 days is required in Cape Verde, unless you come from one of the visa-extempt countries which are most in Africa or Europe. If a stay is longer than 30 days, the visa can be prolonged there.

Does Cape Verde have nightlife?

Cape Verdean nightlife is based on traditional live music and dance. ... Santa Maria and Sal are nightlife hubs with bars and discos. Nightclubs are mainly found in the big hotels, although a number of local dive bars sell beer and rum on the islands. Rural areas of Cape Verde have less late-night entertainment.

What is the main island in Cape Verde?

Santiago. The largest island in the archipelago and home to Praia, Cape Verde's capital, Santiago is an island rich in culture and eclectic history.

How much does it rain in Cape Verde?

The warmth of the islands is almost uninterrupted by rainfall through the summer months, with only 3mm and 5mm, on average, in June and July respectively. August typically sees around 15mm of rainfall, but the chances of being caught in a Summer shower in Cape Verde are fairly low.

Why can't you swim in the sea in Cape Verde?

Cape Verde islands are all volcanic islands, and some of the islands are having cliffs and strong currents. So it's not advised to go in the sea for a refreshing dive. ... The best islands to go swimming in the Sea in Cape Verde are; Sal.

Is Cape Verde rich or poor?

Cape Verde is classed as a poor country however, the quality of life ranks highest in the United Nations index of West Africa.

Is Cape Verde a poor country?

Cape Verde is a small archipelago island nation in the Atlantic Ocean off the northwest coast of Africa. The country is mired in absolute poverty, with 30% of its citizens below the poverty line. Due to a lack of domestic agriculture, over 82% of the country's food supply is imported. ...