The archipelago of Cape Verde welcomes you with a mixture of African and Portugese heritage
A long-time Portuguese colony sitting deep into the Atlantic off the coast of West Africa, the island now known as Santiago was originally settled to be used as a slave trading outpost. Over time the other islands of this volcanic archipelago were inhabited and, today, the Cape Verde Islands offer a spellbinding blend of African and Portuguese influences in their architecture, food, customs and traditions.
With a pleasant year-round climate, this island chain offers a diverse range of landscapes from verdant mountain ranges, lush hills and jungles, volcanic landscapes or wide deserted beaches. The harbours and towns are extremely welcoming to visitors – they don’t get many! It’s still a comparatively undiscovered, natural and fresh sort of place and long may that last, we say. All things considered, this is a journey that will open up a vibrant and colourful world, all set against the gentle rhythms of West African music.
Don’t miss…
Vibrant Santiago
The old capital of Cidade Velha
Fogo Volcano
Island tranquillity
San Nicolau – the coffee island
The art and culture of Mindelo
Old Portuguese Maio
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Friday – Santa Maria
Time to relax on the beach or explore Santa Maria town.
Sunday – Sal Rei, Boa Vista
Morning arrival at Sal Rei, Boa Vista. Here you will find some of the most beautiful beaches of the archipelago, and spectacular landscapes. Spend some time on the beach or enjoy an all-day optional excursion to look at some authentic aspects of the island: villages with picturesque house facades, ceramic artisans and day to day agriculture. Lunch at a local restaurant before returning on board. Overnight at sea to Praia, Santiago.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Monday – Praia, Santiago
Morning arrival at Praia, Santiago. This is the largest of the islands.
Spend the morning at leisure and after lunch on board the optional afternoon excursion will take you to Cidade Velha, an old colonial city and a Unesco World Heritage site, once a thriving slave trade centre. Late in the evening we will sail north towards Fogo, the fire island. Overnight at sea.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Tuesday – Sao Felipe, Fogo
Morning arrival Fogo and its dominating sight of the Fogo Volcano. Your optional full day excursion will take you at the crater’s edge to the top of the volcano via the lava landscape. Lunch will be had at the crater’s village. Later you will pay a visit to San Felipe with its colonial charm. Sail late in the evening to Sao Vicente. Overnight at sea.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Wednesday – Mindelo, San Vincente
Once a vibrant commercial island, Mindelo has evolved into a cultural center and remains one of the most well preserved colonial cities in Cape Verde. The optional walking excursion will allow you to visit galleries, happen upon musical events and discover busy restaurants. Overnight in port.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Thursday – Santo Antao
Sail in the early morning for a short sail towards the island of Santo Antao, the lushest of all Cape Verde Islands with verdant plantations of sugarcane alternating with old craters. Our optional full day excursion will include the luxuriant Valley Paul where you will taste the “grogue”, the trademark drink of the Archipelago. At the Valley of Ribeira das Patas you will come across extraordinary rock formations out of lava. Dinner on board and overnight in port.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Friday – Santo Antao
Today after breakfast there is an optional excursion on the western side of the island with arid and mountainous landscapes. Return on board to depart towards Sal. Overnight at sea.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Ports of call: Praia (Santiago) - Sao Felipe (Fogo) - Tarrafal (Sao Nicolau) -Porto Novo (Santo Antao) - Mindelo (Sao Vicente) - Praia (Santiago)
The Weather
The sun shines 350 days a year and temperatures range between 21°C and 29°C. The breeze blows constantly from the ocean at a relatively low average humidity of 40% to 60%.
Flights from London Heathrow & London Gatwick.
All local transfers
2 nights at Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort on a bed and breakfast basis
On Board Harmony G
Accommodation on board Harmony G for 7 nights in your chosen grade of cabin with private SH/WC & air conditioning, mini fridge and flat screen TV with complimentary movies.
Full-board: Buffet breakfast and two meals daily, including a Welcome Cocktail, a local themed party evening , fun BBQ on the beach or on deck (weather permitting) and Captain’s Dinner.
Regular (filter) coffee, tea and drinking water free all day, plus abundant fresh fruit.
Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment, sea kayak and stand up paddle boards (subject to availability).
Professional English speaking Cruise Director.
Port charges
Below flight times are indicative and subject to availability. You will be advised exact flight details at the time of booking.
London Heathrow
Outbound – Thursday
- Depart Heathrow:13:45 Arrive Lisbon:16:25
- Depart Lisbon:21:15 Arrive Sal: 23:25
Inbound – Sunday
- Depart Sal: 00:20 Arrive Lisbon:06:05
- Depart Lisbon: 07:40 Arrive Heathrow:10:20
London Gatwick
Outbound – Thursday
- Depart Gatwick:14:50 Arrive Lisbon:17:35
- Depart Lisbon:21:15 Arrive Sal: 23:25
Inbound – Sunday
- Depart Sal: 00:20 Arrive Lisbon:06:05
- Depart Lisbon: 07:05 Arrive Gatwick:09:45
All local transfers are included in your package.
- Sal Airport to Cabo Verde Hilton Resort – approximately 20 min
- Hilton Cabo Verde Resort to Palmeira port (cruise embarkation) – approximately 30 min
- Palmeira port to Sal Airport – approximately 15 min
- Beverages, except regular (filter) coffee, tea, drinking water and wines during lunch and dinner.
- Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements.
- Crew gratuities (optional – recommended amount Eur 10-14 per passenger per day.
- Passenger personal expenses
- Wi-Fi (available at charge)
Your Vessel: Mega Yacht Harmony G
The Harmony “G” is a modern mega yacht with a sleek high-tech profile, boasting spacious and comfortable accommodation . At 53 meters long / 7.2 meters wide, she is large enough to offer superior comfort for up to 42 guests in 21 guest cabins. whilst permitting access to small harbours and islands beyond the reach of large cruise ships. There is a spacious lounge and bar plus a dining room and a spacious sun deck. The vessel was launched in January 2001 and renovated most recently in 2019. She complies with the most stringent SOLAS safety regulations ,while its powerful engines and state of the art stabilisers allow for safe and comfortable cruising.
Home at Sea
- Single seating dining Indoor & Outdoor Lounge – Bar
- Indoor Restaurant
- Audiovisual in Lounge
- Mini library
- Beach Towels
- Snorkeling equipment
- Kayak
- Board Games
- Wi-Fi
Comfort Zone
- Large portholes: upper deck cabins
- Portholes: lower deck cabins
- Triple Occupancy cabins: Category A
- Flat-Screen TV
- Mini Safe
- Mini Fridge
- Individually controlled A/C
- En suite bathroom with shower
- Hairdryers
- Telephone for internal use
- Central music
Category C
The Category C cabins are located on the lower deck. Cabins have bathroom with shower, individually controlled A/C, piped music, flat-screen TV (Satellite channels), CD/DVD player, telephone for internal use, mini safe, mini-fridge, hairdryer, adapters (220V).
Category B
The Category B cabins are located on the main deck. Cabins have bathroom with shower, individually controlled A/C, piped music, flat-screen TV (Satellite channels), CD/DVD player, telephone for internal use, mini safe, mini-fridge, hairdryer, adapters (220V).
Category A
The Category A cabins are located on the main deck. Cabins have bathroom with shower, individually controlled A/C, piped music, flat-screen TV (Satellite channels), CD/DVD player, telephone for internal use, mini safe, mini-fridge, hairdryer, adapters (220V).
Category P
The Category P suites are located on the upper deck. Cabins have bathroom with shower, individually controlled A/C, piped music, flat-screen TV (Satellite channels), CD/DVD player, telephone for internal use, mini safe, mini-fridge, hairdryer, adapters (220V).
Interior Lounge
Outdoor Dining Area
Dining Area
Your Hotel: Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort
Experience world-class service at Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort
Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort features 4 restaurants and bars, and a spa. Guests can enjoy an onsite casino, fitness centre and a kid’s club.
The resort is located on a white-sand beach in the colourful town of Santa Maria, near local fisherman’s pier and Pedra de Lume volcano.
Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- 2 swimming pools
Standard room with 2 double beds (Included in your Holiday)
The following room types are available with a supplement
- Superior room with pool view
- Superior room with ocean view
- King guest room
- King deluxe room
- King superior room with pool view
- King superior room with ocean view
The islands of the Cape Verde archipelago are famous for their tropical beaches – to our mind every bit as impressive as those you’ll find in the Caribbean. They don’t get more drop-dead gorgeous than the extravagant expanse of sand you find at the southern tip of Sal in the village of Santa Maria. It is exactly the place you would expect to find an upscale hotel like a Hilton and this one has everything you need to kick back, chill out and get into the holiday mood pre-cruise. Between the sea, the beach and the beach bar you probably won’t spend much time in the rooms, but they are modern, large and very comfortably appointed with pool or ocean views. The hotel has three restaurants offering a mix of local and international cuisine, a pool bar, a beach bar and an indoor bar which features cocktails and local musicians every evening. Get lucky in the casino and you might pay for your holiday! If you want to check out the island, features like the Vivero Botanical Gardens are only a short cab ride away.
Prices
december, 2022
The Islands of Cape Verde 2023-2024 flight inclusive package
Prices (£) per person from:| Departure Dates | Category C | Category B | Category A | Category P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30/11/2023 | £3,182 | £3,790 | £4,138 | £4,608 |
| 07/12/2023 | £3,182 | £3,790 | £4,138 | £4,608 |
| 14/12/2023 | £3,182 | £3,790 | £4,138 | £4,608 |
| 03/03/2024 | £3,182 | £3,790 | £4,138 | £4,608 |
| 10/03/2024 | £3,182 | £3,790 | £4,138 | £4,608 |
| 17/03/2024 | £3,182 | £3,790 | £4,138 | £4,608 |
Cape Verde cruise - Single & Triple occupancy
| Category C | Category B | Category A | Category P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single use | £4,546 | £5,459 | £6,709 | £7,531 |
| 3rd person | £2,563 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
The Islands of Cape Verde 2023 - 2024
Prices (£) per person| Departure Dates | Category C | Category B | Category A | Category P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2023 | £1,957 | £2,565 | £2,913 | £3,383 |
| 09/12/2023 | £1,957 | £2,565 | £2,913 | £3,383 |
| 16/12/2023 | £1,957 | £2,565 | £2,913 | £3,383 |
| 05/03/2024 | £1,957 | £2,565 | £2,913 | £3,383 |
| 12/03/2024 | £1,957 | £2,565 | £2,913 | £3,383 |
| 19/03/2024 | £1,957 | £2,565 | £2,913 | £3,383 |
Cape Verde cruise - Single & Triple occupancy & port charges
| Category C | Category B | Category A | Category P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single use | £2,935 | £3,848 | £5,098 | £5,920 |
| 3rd person | £1,370 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| port charges | £309 | £309 | £309 | £309 |
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