Humpback Whales in the Cape Verde Islands

Day 1: Arrival in Boa Vista

Bom dia - Welcome to Boa Vista at Rabil airport. We will welcome you and take you to your accommodation.
On the first evening, we meet for dinner together and to get to know the other whale enthusiasts.

Day 2: Arrive and explore Sal Rei

It's time to leave the journey behind, arrive relaxed on the island and enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. It's a great opportunity to visit the small capital Sal Rei. In the evening, the organizer invites you to a briefing for the first trip out to sea and, of course, to report first-hand on the acrobats of the seas.

Day 3: Whale watching tour and relaxation

After breakfast, it's humpback whale time first thing in the morning. We set off on our first whale watching tour to meet the local heroes of the water. Our local whale watching partner is very experienced and shares the same attitude as we do: We are guests, the whales are the hosts". Respectful whale watching at its best!

In the afternoon there is time for a nice walk, time in the hammock or in one of the small cafés in Sal Rei.

Day 4: Relaxed start and whale watching tour

Free time is on the agenda in the morning: for a leisurely start to the day, relax on the beach or on the terrace and enjoy the view.

The second whale watching tour starts in the afternoon, where you will once again go in search of the fascinating humpback whales. Every day is different at sea. What gifts does it have in store today?

Day 5: Whale watching tour and personal discovery

We start first thing in the morning with a whale watching tour and spend the whole day at sea today. As there is more time, we have a wider area today and can explore other island bays to look for and find humpback whales. The tour includes a lunch snack.

Day 6: Island excursion

Today there is a full-day island excursion to explore the natural beauty of the island, including the famous desert landscapes and hidden oases.

Return in the late afternoon, evening at leisure.

Day 7: Desert by night tour

The day is at your leisure. Ideal for relaxing, reading a good book, sunbathing in the hotel or making further personal discoveries on Boa Vista. Perhaps book another trip out to sea?
In the evening, we set off together to experience the breathtaking night landscape and the starry sky, including a typical local dinner. An unforgettable experience under the clear skies of Cape Verde.

Day 8: Whale watching tour

Sleep in or spend the morning on the beach - that's up to you today after the evening tour. In the afternoon, you will go on another whale watching tour, with one last opportunity on this trip to experience the fascinating whale species in their natural habitat.

A dinner together in one of the local restaurants or some last souvenir shopping will round off this last day.

Day 9: Departure

Enjoy a last breakfast at the hotel and perhaps a short walk on the beach before you are taken to the airport and it is time to travel home.