The Cappa

Things To Do
Discovering the fabulous Paul Valley with the Chateau Georgette

At Chateau Georgette, we offer a selection of exclusive itineraries to help you explore the breathtaking Paul Valley. Our carefully crafted routes allow you to immerse yourself in the region’s natural beauty, culture, and history, with the guidance of experienced tour guides who will enhance your journey. Each itinerary offers something unique, from easy trails with panoramic views to more challenging routes for the adventurous. Get ready to experience incredible landscapes, explore traditional villages, and discover the true essence of Cape Verde. We recommend the following itineraries, all of which can be started directly from our hotel.

The Cappa

Adventures in the Green Valleys of Santo Antão
A Hikers Paradise

Paul Valley

15 favorite hikes selected for our guests

Itinerary 1: Hotel → Varginha → Pedra das Moças → Eito → Hotel

Description:
A simple route with a panoramic view of Boca de Figueiral, along a verdant trail.

Duration:

  • Hotel → Varginha → Pedra das Moças: 50 min walk
  • Pedra das Moças → Eito → Hotel: 50 min walk

Itinerary 2: Hotel → Chá de Erva → Dragoeiro/Rocha Grande → Hotel

Description:
A simple and accessible route for people with mobility difficulties. A verdant trail along the river, surrounded by lush vegetation.

Duration:

  • Hotel → Chá de Erva: 1 min by car + 4 min walk
  • Chá de Erva → Dragoeiro/Rocha Grande: Walk
  • Return to hotel

Itinerary 3: Hotel → Chá de Erva → Dragoeiro/Rocha Grande → Hotel

Description:
A slightly steep route with an area where stone chips occasionally fall.

Duration:

  • Hotel → Lombinho: 1 min by car + 4 min walk
  • Lombinho → Lombo de Joane → Chá de Erva: Walk
  • Return to hotel

Itinerary 4: Hotel → Passagem → Lombo Comprido → Hotel

Description:
A very accessible and flat route with a view of Pedra das Moças town among the houses.

Duration:

  • Hotel → Passagem: 5 min walk
  • Passagem → Lombo Comprido: 50 min walk
  • Return to hotel: 1 hr

Itinerary 5: Hotel → Passagem → Figueira → Hotel

Description:
A very accessible and flat route with a view of the towns of Lombinho and Rua de Paris.

Duration:

  • Hotel → Passagem: 5 min walk
  • Passagem → Figueira: 1h30 walk
  • Return to hotel

Distance: 2.8 km
Difficulty: Normal

Itinerary 6: Hotel → Teixeira → Poi de Padre → Hotel

Description:
A slightly difficult route with a panoramic view of the valley.

Duration:

  • Hotel → Teixeira: 15 min walk
  • Teixeira → Poi de Padre: Walk
  • Return to hotel

Itinerary 7: Hotel → Chá de João Vaz → Pico de Antónia → Pé de Calipto → Hotel

Description:
A normal route with a panoramic view of the valley.

Duration:

  • Distance: 1.7 km
  • Duration: 1.5 hrs
  • Difficulty: Normal

Itinerary 8: Hotel → Cabo da Ribeira → Pico de Antónia → Figueira → Hotel

Description:
A slightly difficult route with a panoramic view of the valley.

Duration:

  • Hotel → Cabo da Ribeira: 15 min by car
  • Cabo da Ribeira → Pico de Antónia: 1 hr walk
  • Pico de Antónia → Figueira: 4 hr walk
  • Return to hotel

Itinerary 9: Hotel → As Pombas → Fajã das Pombas → Hotel

Description:
A normal route with a panoramic view of the valley.

Duration:

  • Hotel → Cidade das Pombas: 5 min by car
  • Cidade das Pombas → Fajã das Pombas: 40 min walk
  • Fajã das Pombas → Cidade das Pombas: 40 min walk
  • Return to hotel

Itinerary 10: otel → Ribeira das Pombas → Neve → Ribeira das Pombas → Hotel

Description:
A route along the riverside that leads to a green valley, ending at a waterfall. It is a return route.

Duration:

  • Hotel → Ribeira das Pombas: 15 min by car
  • Ribeira das Pombas → Neve: 1 hr walk
  • Neve → Ribeira das Pombas: 1 hr walk
  • Return to hotel

Itinerary 11: Hotel → Cova → Caba de Ribeira → Hotel

Description:
The route is steep but provides visitors with a great view of the Cova crater and the valley stretching down to the sea.

Duration:

  • Hotel → Cova: 30 min by car
  • Cova → Caba de Ribeira: 3 hr walk
  • Return to Hotel

Itinerary 12: Hotel → Cabo da Ribeira → Chá de Padre → Pico da Cruz → Hotel

Description:
The route is a bit exhausting with steep climbs, but it offers an incredible view of the valley.

Duration:

  • Hotel → Cabo da Ribeira: 15 min by car
  • Cabo da Ribeira → Chá de Padre: 10 min walk
  • Chá de Padre → Pico da Cruz: 3 hr walk
  • Return to Hotel

Itinerary 13: Hotel → Pico da Cruz → Fajã (Janela) → Hotel

Description:
A slightly long but rewarding route, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the valley.

  • Distance: Long
  • Duration: Approximately 6h of hiking
  • Difficulty: Moderate to difficult

Itinerary 14: Hotel → Pico da Cruz → Fajã (Janela) → Hotel

Description:
A slightly long route with a panoramic view of the valley and the three neighboring islands.

  • Distance: 13.3 km
  • Duration: 5h 30
  • Difficulty: Difficult

Itinerary 15: Hotel → Pico da Cruz → Penedo (Janela) → Hotel

Description:
A slightly long route with a panoramic view of the valley and the three neighboring islands.

  • Distance: 9 km
  • Duration: 6h 30
  • Difficulty: Difficult

Book Your Hiking Adventure Today!

Ready to explore the breathtaking beauty of the Paul Valley? Book your hiking adventure with Chateau Georgette and experience the wonders of Cape Verde like never before. Our expert guides are here to ensure a safe and memorable journey, whether you’re seeking a peaceful walk or a more challenging hike.

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