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 scheduled time, we will pick you up from your hotel in the capital of Cape Verde and head to Rui Vaz. In this mountain village, we will begin our hike through the interior of Santiago island. Please bring your camera to capture the beautiful landscapes.

Our first stop will be at a cheese factory, where we will learn about the production process. The 4-hour hike will lead us to the highest points of Santiago island, starting with Mount Tchota, which stands at 2600 ft and is home to one of Cape Verde's most beautiful Natural Parks.

At the summit, we will experience a unique microclimate, notable for its cool temperatures compared to the rest of the island. We will also discuss the native fauna and the high biodiversity of the area. Continuing the trek, we will ascend to the summit of Pico de Antonia, which reaches 4500 feet.

From the top, we will enjoy panoramic views of San Jorge Valley and, if the weather permits, we can also see the islands of Maio and Fogo on the horizon.

While taking in the landscapes, we will have a picnic lunch at the summit. After lunch, we will return to Rui Vaz and then drive back to Praia, arriving at your hotel after a total of 7.5 hours.