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A full-day pairing of Serra Malagueta’s endemic highland trails with a restorative swim at Tarrafal Beach. Expect an 8.5 km loop with ~280 m elevation gain on well-marked paths, then white sand and palm shade by the sea.
A full-day pairing of Serra Malagueta’s endemic highland trails with a restorative swim at Tarrafal Beach. Expect an 8.5 km loop with ~280 m elevation gain on well-marked paths, then white sand and palm shade by the sea.
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Operated by Bu Country Tours · Praia, Santiago
The day opens on a winding coastal road out of Praia and tightens into a mountain pass where the air cools and the scrub takes on a sharper, greener note.
moderate.
7 hours (full-day); 3 hours walking.
Suitable for someone who can handle 8–10 km over uneven terrain and several hundred meters of climbing; regular walkers will be comfortable.
The route covers about 8.5 km with roughly 280 m of elevation gain; the walking portion takes around 3 hours, with the full-day tour lasting about 7 hours including transport and beach time.
The tour accepts travelers over 6 years old; children used to walking moderate distances should be fine but supervise near drop-offs and on uneven ground.
A professional guide and round-trip transport from Praia are included; the park entrance fee (~€2 per person) is typically paid on-site and is not included.
The tour includes a picnic lunch, but bring 1.5–2 L of water per person, snacks if you want extra energy, and cash for the park fee or market purchases.
Serra Malagueta and surrounding terraces reflect centuries of small-scale agriculture and colonial-era land patterns; the park protects rare native plants unique to Santiago Island.
Visitors are asked to stay on established trails, avoid removing plants, and take all litter with them; the modest entrance fee supports park maintenance and habitat protection.
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