Cape Verde Guided Tours
Cape Verde is one of Africa’s most rewarding and sought tour destinations that offer its visitors an amazing and memorable travel experience. Cape Verde, whose tourism industry has grown by leaps and bounds over the years lies in the Atlantic Sea 450km off the West African coast and forms part of the Atlantic Ocean islands region of Africa. It has extensively developed a flourishing tourist industry because of its wide range of possibilities to explore.
Earlier, Cape Verde was only an adventurer’s freak and wildlife enthusiasts who made a beeline for its amazing islands. However of late things have changed as leisure travelers also have started looking at the islands as a unique holiday destination to relax on. Lately the country’s tourism industry has gradually become one of the highest revenue earners resultant of good planning.
An interesting mix of varied geographical features, Cape Verde never fails to amaze its tourists. Though tiny in area, the islands contain a remarkable profusion of landscapes, from Maio’s barren flats to the verdant valleys of Santo Antão. Do not miss Fogo, a single volcanic peak whose slopes are streaked with rivers of frozen lava. Cape Verde also boasts some of the most romantic and unspoilt beaches in Africa. The beaches of Sal and Boa Vista are absolute splendors that increasingly attract package-tour crowds.
On any guided Cape Verde tour, a wilderness visit is a must not miss. Cape Verde has realized a great boost in its tourism industry all attributed to its rich wildlife populace. In fact, a trip to the islands is considered incomplete without indulging in a walking wildlife safari that transports you to another world where wildlife evidence surpasses words.
However it has fewer fauna than just about anywhere in Africa. Birdlife is a little richer (around 75 species), and includes a good number of endemics (38 species). The frigate bird and the extremely rare razo lark are much sought after by twitchers. The grey-headed kingfisher is more common though with its strident call.
Divers can see a good range of fish, including tropical species such as parrot fish and angelfish, groupers, barracudas, moray eels and, with luck, manta rays, sharks (including the nurse, tiger and lemon) and marine turtles. Five species of turtles visit the islands on their way across the Atlantic. Nesting takes place throughout the year, but in particular from May to October.
You do not have to have accommodation worries. Cape Verde offers a wide range of vacation accommodation for her tourists. The lodges range from jaw-dropping luxury to rustic bungalows with varying comfort, elegance and convenience. These ‘homes away from home’ are pretty suitable for families and honeymoon vacationers who may want some space to themselves as well as flexibility of their own vehicle and travel guide. With all this at your disposal, so what are you waiting for?