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, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Ribeira Grande. From there, we'll set off by minibus for Corda, a settlement in the interior of the island of Santo Antão.

Upon arrival, we'll enjoy views from this village in the Cova Natural Park, observing the volcanic crater of Cova de Paul and its vegetation.

We will embark on a three-hour hiking route, crossing dirt paths and agricultural terraces, while viewing local crops.

After the hike, we will return to the minibus and head to Figueiral de Cima and Terrinha Vermelha, remote villages in Santo Antão. We will admire the green valleys and traditional houses before heading to Coculi.

In Coculi, we will visit the banks of the Ribeira Grande River and learn about this town. The excursion concludes with a return to your hotel in Ribeira Grande at approximately 1 pm.