São Vicente is typically dry and clay-like, however, Monte Verde is one of the greenest places to be found on the island. Travel to the base of Monte Verde by car and take a hike up the mountainside footpath. Along the way you will find endemic plants, farmers, livestock, old homes which have been abandoned. At the summit we will stop at the Tea House to enjoy a cup of locally grown tea or coffee, or taste the tea liquor, while taking in the spectacular views of the Island: Mindelo and the coastal beaches are stunning from the top! On a clear day you will see the islands of Santo Antão, São Nicolau, Santa Luzia, Ilhéu Raso and Branco.
The hike is typically up to 2 hours one way. We may return on the road down, then be picked up and return to the accommodation.