Serra Malagueta Natural Park: Hike to Gongon Valley & Lunch

Serra Malagueta Natural Park: Hike to Gongon Valley & Lunch

Name: Serra Malagueta Natural Park: Hike to Gongon Valley & Lunch
Address: Cape Verde

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Explore Santiago's natural beauty on this tour from Praia to the Serra Malagueta Natural Park. Hike through the park and stop for a nice picnic before reaching the Hortelã valley.

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Highlights

Immerse yourself in local culture as you meet and learn about local families
Marvel at incredible views from the top of Serra Malagueta Natural Park
Walk among park's endemic plants and stop for a delectable picnic
Keep an eye out for animals like vervet monkeys and gray-headed kingfishers
Take advantage of the convenient hotel pickup and drop-off service

Description

Take a nature walk through Serra Malagueta Natural Park, the Gongon valley, and the Hortelã valley on this tour from Praia. Eat a delicious picnic lunch of juice, fruit, and a sandwich. Enjoy the convenience of being picked up from your accommodation in Praia. Sit back and enjoy the drive to Serra Malagueta Natural Park. Start your hike at 1,000 meters above sea level. See local flora and keep an eye out for local wildlife like vervet monkeys and gray-headed kingfisher birds. Take in views of jagged hills and lush greenery on your way down the slope. Pass deserted villages and meet local families. Learn about the way of life in these remote mountain areas. Stop for a lunch with a local family before continuing east. Cross the Gongon valley and reach the Hortelã valley. Return to your accommodation in Praia at the end of your tour.

Includes

Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Praia Transportation Tour Guide Lunch Liability insurance

Important Information

Trail Distance: +/- 12,5 km
Total Walking Duration: +/- 4 – 5 hours
Degree of difficulty: Difficult
Elevation gain: +/- 580 m
Elevation loss: -/+ 1100 m
Max Elevation: +/- 1035 m
Min Elevation: +/- 110 m
Trail type: One Way
Path quality: Both flat and Steep going down hill and safe.
Shared Group Trek option is subject to a minimum of 2 participants. In the event that the minimum number is not met, we reserve the right to propose an alternative date; to charge an extra fee to run the tour privately or to cancel a customer's booking for a full refund.
We strongly advise wearing hiking pants, especially from August to November. Addintionally, bring hiking shoes, walking sticks, a hat, sunscreen, water and €2 for the Serra Malagueta Natural Park fee.