Cape Verde Islands
Key information: Cape Verde Islands 
- This archipelago off Africa's west coast boasts a wide variety of superb walking, from volcanic Fogo to Santo Antao and Santiago.
- Good year-round weather makes walking here a delight at any time and in any season.
- This page is at an early stage of development. Please help us by sending in your tips and photos! Thank you!
Walkopedia rating
- Walkopedia rating83
- Beauty33
- Natural interest16
- Human interest4
- Charisma30
- Negative points0
- Total rating83
Vital Statistics
- Length: Variable
- Maximum Altitude: 2,629m (Fogo)
- Level of Difficulty: Variable
WALK SUMMARY
This Atlantic archipelago has hugely varied - and fascinating- walking, from the perfect volcano of Fogo to sheer Santo Antao to rough Santiago.
Fogo is a proper volcano, with all the scenic and genealogical accoutrements. A not-to-be-missed day walk if you are there.
The consensus is that Santo Antao is the most beautiful of the islands, a walkers' paradise of cliffs and canyons, streams and vivid forests.
A lovely all-year climate - Cape Verde lies off Senegal in west Africa. Enjoy superb beaches and coastal scenery in between the tough stuff.
THIS PAGE IS AT AN EARLY STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT. PLEASE HELP US BY MAKING SUGGESTIONS AND SENDING PHOTOS! THANK YOU!
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Safety and problems: All walks have inherent risks and potential problems, and many of the walks featured on this website involve significant risks, dangers and problems. Problems of any sort can arise on any walk. This website does not purport to identify any (or all) actual or potential risks, dangers and problems that may relate to any particular walk.
Any person who is considering undertaking this walk should do careful research and make their own assessment of the risks, dangers and possible problems involved. They should also go to “Important information” for further important information.
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MAGAZINE
Walking with Trees: the Kumano Kōdō Kōhechi - Stephen Barber's account and photos of one of Japan's great pilgrimage trails. March 2021
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