Cape Verde adventure: Discover island highlights on a quad tour
- Cabo Mundo
- Dec 23, 2025
- 3 min read
Cape Verde is made for adventure, and there’s no better way to feel its wild side than on a quad bike.
🌍 Why Choose a Quad Tour?
On a quad bike, you get to see each Cape Verdean island from a whole new angle, racing off the main roads, getting to know the diversity of each island while exploring the landscape.
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We've listed all the highlights you'll see during the quad tours on Boa Vista, Sal, and São Vicente:
Boa Vista is known for its beautiful views, making it a prime destination for tourism. Known for it's white sand beaches, dunes and lagoons it's a perfect place for a relaxed adventure.
Rabil: Set in the central-western area of Boa Vista, a little further inland, Ribeira do Rabil was once an important site for agriculture.
Chimney of Chaves: This historic spot is recognized for its old chimney, rising high above the landscape, the chimney has become both a symbol of Boa Vista and a point of reference for residents and visitors alike.
Shipwreck Cabo Santa Maria: Spanish freighter Cabo Santa Maria, stranded on Atalanta Beach sands more than 50 years ago.
Acacia’s tree forest: The landscape of the island includes Acacia forests, the best known of which is the Clotilde Forest.
Tip: Bring a camera or GoPro to record the ride, but secure it properly for sandy and bumpy trails.
Known for its sunny weather and white sandy beaches. The island is also a top destination for wind and kite-surfing thanks to its steady winds.
Igrijinha beach: It's a charming beach celebrated for its calm ambiance and stunning scenery, perfect for sunbathing, peaceful strolls, and a variety of seaside activities.
Santa Maria salt lakes: Recently designated as a protected landscape, this is the only saline in the world found within the caldera of an extinct volcano.
Kite beach: Situated to the east of Santa Maria, this beach is famous as a prime training spot for kitesurfing champions.
Zipline area: It's located in Serra Negra protected area, just about 6 km southeast of Santa Maria.
Shark bay: Shark Bay, also called Fejoal Bay, is one of the archipelago’s natural gems. The area is especially famous for the chance to observe lemon sharks up close.
Murdeira: This area is especially admired for its stunning views of Mount Lion, seen from its rocky bay, making it an ideal spot for photography.
Calheta Funda: Found in Murdeira, is a beautiful coastal hideaway. Known for its peaceful and secluded vibe.
Ponta Preta: A protected nature reserve, boasting a diverse marine ecosystem that makes it a perfect spot for wildlife lovers and water sports enthusiasts alike.
Tip: Bring swimwear, you may encounter many natural pools and beautiful beaches where you can take a refreshing dip.
It's an island ideal for travelers who want a mix of culture, music, and outdoor adventure.
Mindelo: Mindelo city is the cultural capital of Cape Verde, famed for its colorful colonial architecture, lively music scene, and bustling port life.
Salamansa: A fishing village in the northeastern part of the island of São Vicente
Baia das Gatas: This village has a stunning, tranquil bay set amidst breathtaking scenery, and is where the the Baía das Gatas Music Festival takes place.
Praia Grande: Nestled near the fishing village of Calhau, is a secluded beach with translucent green waters and white sands, framed by volcanic mountains.
Calhau: Know its arid, desert-like climate, the area is a popular hotspot for surfing and kitesurfing.
Valley of Calhau: Situated on the eastern coast of São Vicente, is known for its dramatic volcanic landscapes.
Tip: Bring swimwear to bath in the natural swimming pools of Baia das Gatas
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🎒 Essential Quad Tour Tips
When you travel by road on a Quad Bike you need to be prepared for any circumstances that may appear during the Tour. Here are some tips that can help:
Be sure to use helmet, googles, gloves, boots and clothes that protect against wind and dirt.
Check the condition of your Quad Bike if you are traveling without a guide, the condition of the tires, brakes, and fuel level.
Bring your driving license.
Always carry some water with you, as tours may take 2 hours to 4 hours depending on the route.
Use sunscreen to prevent sunburn as it's almost always sunny in Cape Verde.
If this adventure sounds like your kind of experience, we’d love to take you on the ride!
At Cabo Mundo you can book a Quad tour for each island you would like to visit with a local guide by your side.
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