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 trip from Praia.

Monte Tchota and Pico de Antonia Hike

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in the capital of Cape Verde and head to Rui Vaz. We will start our hike in this mountain village at the foot of a valley. Remember to bring your camera for the beautiful landscapes!

The first stop will be at a cheese factory to learn about the production process. The 4-hour route takes us to the highest points of Santiago island. The first peak is the 2600 ft Mount Tchota, located in one of the most notable Natural Parks in Cape Verde.

At the summit, we will experience a unique microclimate and learn about the native fauna and biodiversity of the area. We will continue by climbing to the Pico de Antonia, which is 4500 feet high.

From the top, we will enjoy panoramic views of the San Jorge Valley, and on clear days, the islands of Maio and Fogo can be seen. We will have a picnic lunch at the summit before walking back to Rui Vaz and driving back to Praia. The total duration of the tour is 7.5 hours.