Cape Verde Travel Guide

Ten islands of dramatic landscapes, Creole culture and year-round sunshine

Cape Verde is an archipelago of ten stunning islands off West Africa, each with its own character — from the volcanic peaks of Fogo to the white sands of Sal. Plan your Cape Verde trip with AI.

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Country

Cape Verde (West Africa)

Best Time to Visit

November–June (dry season)

Currency

CVE (Esc)

Language

Portuguese / Creole

Visa

Visa on arrival available for most nationalities. E-visa also available online.

Did You Know?

Cape Verde has never had a civil war and is one of Africa\"s most stable democracies. Cesária Évora, the famous "Barefoot Diva," was from São Vicente island.

Top Highlights

Santo Antão hikingFogo volcanoSal beachMindelo carnivalSão Vicente music sceneSantiago historyHumpback whale watching

Why Visit Cape Verde?

Cape Verde combines African, Portuguese and Brazilian influences into a unique Creole culture. Dramatic landscapes, great hiking, world-class windsurfing and some of Africa\"s friendliest people.

Getting There

Direct flights from Lisbon, London, Amsterdam and several other European cities. TACV and TAP Air Portugal serve the islands.

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