Cabo Verde🇨🇻 | hikesPonta do Sol to Chã de IgrejaCliff-edge path, Fontainhas ledge village, terraced cane fields, highland mist | things to do and best time to go

Ponta do Sol to Chã de Igreja is a manageable coastal walk, but sun and footing deserve respect. Much of the route follows cobbled paths and cliff-side tracks with little shade, so carry at least 2 to 3 liters of water, a hat and sunscreen, because villages on the way offer few shops. Cobbles are slick after rain, and loose gravel on steep descents rolls underfoot, so wear shoes with real grip rather than sandals. Drop-offs beside sections of the path are steep and unfenced. Keep a firm pace on narrow stretches and let donkeys and locals with loads pass first. The Atlantic is powerful along this coast, with strong currents and heavy swell, so admire it from the trail rather than swimming off rocks. Trails fork near farm terraces, so download an offline map before you leave. No dangerous wildlife … read more 👉

Ponta do Sol to Chã de Igreja is a manageable coastal walk, but sun and footing deserve respect. Much of the route follows cobbled paths and cliff-side tracks with little shade, so carry at least 2 to 3 liters of water, a hat and sunscreen, because villages on the way offer few shops. Cobbles are slick after rain, and loose gravel on steep descents rolls underfoot, so wear shoes with real grip rather than sandals. Drop-offs beside sections of the path are steep and unfenced. Keep a firm pace on narrow stretches and let donkeys and locals with loads pass first. The Atlantic is powerful along this coast, with strong currents and heavy swell, so admire it from the trail rather than swimming off rocks. Trails fork near farm terraces, so download an offline map before you leave. No dangerous wildlife is a concern here, though village dogs can bark. Tell your guesthouse your route and expected return time.