Hike the big crater

Discover the big crater and the highest point on the island, at an altitude of 9,281 feet, and visit the city of São Filipe.

  • Enjoy a panoramic drive to Chã das Caldeiras.
  • Hike the big crater.
  • Visit the city of São Filipe.
  • Admire the crater from the inside.

  • Difficulty level

    Level 4: Challenging - good mobility and fitness needed

  • Duration

    8 hrs 30

  • Max. passengers

    36

  • Booking Code

    AF-SFL4

  • From

    $ 132

  • Notices

    Appropriate clothing, light layers, and comfortable walking shoes.

Climb to the highest peak in Cape Verde, with an altitude of 9,281 feet. During the climb and from the highest point, you can admire a complete view of Chã das Caldeiras and even Santiago Island. From there, we realize the size of the successive eruptions.

When we reach the top, we have the feeling of being on top of the world amidst the smell of sulfur emanating from the center of the impressive volcano.

Practical information:

  • Language: English.

  • Included: Local products, snacks, and drinks on the picnic.

  • Remarks/requirements: Appropriate clothing, light layers, and comfortable walking shoes.

  • Walking information: The surface is irregular, rocky, cobblestone, or gravel.

  • Wheelchair accessible: No.