Dramatic landscapes of colossal mountains dropping onto wild black beaches.

Santo Antão Island

"Majestic Canyons and Volcanic Black Sand Beaches"

Over het eiland

Santo Antão is the westernmost and most mountainous island, world-famous for its spectacular trekking trails along dizzying canyons. Its northern and western coast displays volcanic black sand beaches and rocky beaches of rare dramatic beauty, contrasting the lush green of agricultural valleys with the deep blue of the rough ocean.

Hoe er te komen

Per vliegtuig: Does not have an active airport. Access is exclusively by ferry from Mindelo (São Vicente).

Over zee: Several daily ferries make the 60-minute crossing between Mindelo and Porto Novo.

Klimaat en beste seizoen

September to May (excellent temperature for hiking and refreshing swims). De gemiddelde watertemperatuur varieert van 23°C (73°F) in de winter tot 27°C (81°F) in de late zomer.

Gastronomie en cultuur

Famous for the traditional production of genuine "Trapiche Grogue" (sugar cane rum) in the deep valleys of Paul and Ribeira Grande. The inhabitants are extraordinarily warm and welcoming.

Insidertip

"Tarrafal de Monte Trigo Beach is a well-kept secret. A sheltered bay with an extensive black sand beach, where the sea is extremely calm and clear, ideal for an evening swim."

Ontdek de stranden van Santo Antão Island

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