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Cape Verde : Africa's jewel in the Atlantic



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  • Cape Verde comprises a collection of nine populated islands (out of a total of 15) about 500 kms off the coast of West Africa.
  • Cape Verde was discovered by the Portuguese seafarer Diego Afonso, he set foot on the island of Sao Nicolao. Later, Columbus set anchor in Cape Verde during his last voyage towards the Caribbean.

  • Cape Verde comprises a collection of nine populated islands (out of a total of 15) about 500 kms off the coast of West Africa.


  • Cape Verde was discovered by the Portuguese seafarer Diego Afonso, he set foot on the island of Sao Nicolao. Later, Columbus set anchor in Cape Verde during his last voyage towards the Caribbean.

  • Each island has its own appeal with varied landscapes, a unique cultural heritage and a variety of activities to suit all.

  • Cape Verde has some of the best locations in the world for sailing, wind surfing and big game fishing.

  • The islands are a year round destination only 6 hours from Europe (less than 4 hours from Lisbon). They are an ideal winter sun destination and a great place to escape the summer crowds of the Canaries or the Balearics.

  • From picture postcard beaches, to a wide range of leisure activities, such as hiking, sailing, big game fishing, scuba diving, wind & kite surfing and mountain biking – Cape Verde has something for everyone.

  • Many well travelled visitors to Cape Verde comment that these islands are what the Caribbean used to be like 40 years ago. We can only agree.

  • Come and see for yourself!








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