Monte Tchota and Pico de Antonia Hike

Enjoy an exciting hiking route to Monte Tchota and Pico de Antonia, the highest points on Santiago island, with this fantastic trip from Praia.

Monte Tchota and Pico de Antonia Hike

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Praia before heading to Rui Vaz. In this mountain village, we'll start our hike through Santiago island. Bring your camera to capture the landscapes.

Our first stop will be at a cheese factory, where we'll learn about the production process. The 4-hour hike will lead us to the highest points of Santiago island, beginning with the 2600 ft Mount Tchota, known for its beautiful Natural Park.

At the summit, we'll experience a unique microclimate and learn about the native fauna and biodiversity of the region. We then continue the trek to the summit of Pico de Antonia, at 4500 feet.

From the top, we’ll enjoy panoramic views of San Jorge Valley and, if the weather permits, catch sight of the islands of Maio and Fogo in the distance.

As we take in the landscapes, we'll enjoy a picnic lunch on Pico de Antonia. After lunch, we will return to Rui Vaz before driving back to Praia, arriving at your hotel after a total of 7.5 hours.