Hidden gems: places in Cape Verde

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Cape Verde. Ratings are based from 571 places in the country.

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Branco Suites
Holiday apartment rental
5.00 (89 reviews)
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Haliotis - Dive Center Mindelo
Diving center
👍👍 We had 1 additional day to spend in Mindelo and the dive center was very helpful getting us on next day’s afternoon dive. Dive boat & equipment is all in perfect condition while the team was very patient taking us through the steps again…so we felt very relaxed start to finish. Can recommend 100%!
5.00 (87 reviews)
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Palmeira Da Cruz, Eco-Lodge
Bed & breakfast
👍👍 Dany & Guy are the best hosts ever in this remote hidden paradise. The lodge is not finished yet (Aug 2022) but the experience is at its fullest if you are looking for hiking and relax in their amazing infinite pool. Ah, and Guy is an excellent cook. You will never be disappointed with his choices!...
5.00 (65 reviews)
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Restaurante Budha Beach
Restaurant
👍👍 I stayed at the Budha Beach Hotel, so I ate at the restaurant every day. The food was amazing. It was very delicious, good portions and very well presented. I had numerous dishes, and there wasn't anything that I thought was not up to par. The lobster paella was superb with the lobster cooked perfe...
5.00 (64 reviews)
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InkCircus Tattoo & Piercing
Tattoo and piercing shop
👍👍 We were greated by Raphael and his personality and smile made us feel right at home. He had excellent knowledge of his craft and we were so happy with the result. He was so calm and paitent and even helped us pick out a restaurant for lunch. Would highly reccomend to anyone looking for a holiday t...
5.00 (45 reviews)
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Surf Island School - Surf Lessons & Rentals Mindelo
Surf school
👍👍 I had an amazing experience with Elton at surfing island school. He advice me well and I had the luck to do a session with no wind which is not happening often in Sao Vicente. Best surfing school, thank you so much !
5.00 (43 reviews)
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Viradu Pa Mar Diving School
SCUBA tour agency
👍👍 Top top note 💯 personal Ka nhos misses Kel opportunity to bai conxe us beauty FACING THE SEA Congratulations 🙏✊🏽
5.00 (30 reviews)
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Cantinho d'Africa 'FB', Bar Restaurante Churrascaria
Restaurant
👍👍 Awesome place to eat. Food is excellent and truly authentic prepared by their cook from Guinea. The atmosphere is also great and, place is furnished African style. Many locals go often there, which is a good indicator of the quality. Price is really fine and not overly priced for tourists. Overall,...
5.00 (28 reviews)
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Cabo verde sport fishing
Tourist attraction
👍👍 La mejor empresa de charter de toda la isla. Un equipo competente, con mucha experiencia y muchísimo conocimiento de pesca. 4 años repitiendo con ellos.
5.00 (28 reviews)
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VIP Cape Verde
Tourist attraction
👍👍 We had an amazing 7 day holiday with 2 amazing and wonderful VIP guides. We were collected from the airport in style and the rest is history. I strongly recommend if you are looking for a nice balance of partying and relaxation 💪💪
5.00 (28 reviews)
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Casa Djarmai
Holiday home
5.00 (24 reviews)
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Mariama in Morro - Loja Bert Restaurante
Restaurant
👍👍 Easily some of the best spaghettis we've ever had! Freshly made with herbs directly from the backyard. Wonderful host with huge knowledge about herbs & plants. Thanks for showing us the benefits of moringa! An absolute insider tip.
5.00 (23 reviews)
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sidy tours
Tourist attraction
👍👍 The tour was great. The day exceeded our expectations. The guy, Sid, organized a perfect barbecue with lokal salat, drinks and fruit. We grilled the fish which we catched some minutes before. During fishing time Sid explained us ditails about the island. The price was fair. Sid is a perfect recomm...
5.00 (23 reviews)
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EcoFunco
Hotel
👍👍 We loved our stay at Ecofunco. The interior is very cozy and spacious. It was also spotless clean. The bed was really comfortable so we had a great night sleep after our hike. We really appreciate their effort to save energy and water. Breakfast was served by the best chef in town, Isabel and it was...
5.00 (23 reviews)
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Orla Kriolo
Diving center
👍👍 I love the sea and my guided diving experience was spectacular. Valuable team. Friendliness and professionalism 👌🏾👌🏾 Congratulations Orla Kriolo!
5.00 (22 reviews)
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Casa JPi
Hotel
👍👍 geweldige plek mooie kamers goed diner en ontbijt en fantastische gastheer!
$64/night
5.00 (22 reviews)
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Turtle House
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Gran experiència, del millor de la nostra aventura a Cap Verd! Vaig contactar amb Turtle House des d'Espanya i em van respondre de seguida, resolent tots els meus dubtes i donant-me un bon preu, molt millor que les excursions organitzades per agències. Quan vam arribar a la platja de São Pedro des d...
5.00 (21 reviews)
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Santa Kite
Surf school
👍👍 These guys literally made my holidays. Even though I didn't need more then some rental and transfert they had always the best welcome for me and plenty of good advices. I could also see their professionalism with other clients and the progress they made them achieve during couple of sessions. And ch...
5.00 (21 reviews)
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Luz d´Sol - Residencial Familiar
Bed & breakfast
👍👍 I stayed here with my wife for two nights. A very nice place to stay in Paul. You are close to all the nice places, but at night fair away to not get disturbed by people going out. The owners are very kind and the building is new.
$41/night
5.00 (21 reviews)
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Küstenwanderung Ponta do Sol - Cruzinha
Hiking area
👍👍 Préparez vous à en prendre plein la vue sur ce parcours de 4 à 5 heures. Attention : à Cruzinha, les connexions sont très limitées pour retourner sur Ribeira Grande ou Ponta do Sol. La moyenne pour un transport est de 3000 Escudos, mais il y a moyen de négocier à 2000 ou 2500. Si vous avez faim ou...
5.00 (21 reviews)
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