Corda, Coculi & Figueiral de Cima Excursion

Explore the impressive valleys & forests of the island of Santo Antão on this excursion to Corda, Coculi & Figueiral de Cima. Equal parts history and hiking!

Corda, Coculi & Figueiral de Cima Excursion

At 9 am, pickup will be at your hotel in Ribeira Grande. The excursion starts with a minibus ride to Corda, a settlement in the interior of the island of Santo Antão.

Upon arrival, enjoy views from this village in the Cova Natural Park and the volcanic crater of Cova de Paul surrounded by lush vegetation.

A three-hour hiking route will follow, crossing dirt paths and agricultural terraces to observe local crops.

After hiking, the trip continues to Figueiral de Cima and Terrinha Vermelha, located in the remote part of Santo Antão, where green valleys and traditional houses can be seen. The final stop is Coculi, visiting the banks of the Ribeira Grande River to learn more about the town.

The excursion concludes with a return to your hotel in Ribeira Grande, at approximately 1 pm.