Cabo Verde is a stunning archipelago of ten volcanic islands off the coast of West Africa, offering pristine beaches, vibrant Creole culture, and year-round sunshine. From the windswept dunes of Boa Vista to the lush mountains of Santo Antão, this island nation combines African and Portuguese influences with world-class water sports and authentic island hospitality.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
Melia Dunas Beach Resort & Spa
Cabo Verde's most acclaimed luxury resort sprawls across a pristine stretch of Santa Maria Beach with five pools, multiple gourmet restaurants, an exceptional spa, and beautifully landscaped tropical gardens. The all-inclusive offering covers premium beverages, multiple dining venues, and most activities.
Hotel Morabeza
This beloved family-owned beachfront boutique hotel has been the benchmark for Cabo Verdean hospitality for over 50 years. Moorish-influenced architecture, impeccable personal service, two pools, and exceptional dining at Casa Mia Restaurant make it the choice of discerning travelers.
Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria
A sophisticated adults-only beachfront resort on Santa Maria Beach delivering premium all-inclusive luxury with swim-up bars, fine dining restaurants, a wellness center with indoor pool, and beautifully appointed rooms with ocean or garden views.
Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort
Cabo Verde's flagship Hilton property occupies a prime stretch of Santa Maria Beach with the international standards and facilities expected of the brand. Features a casino, diving center, spa, multiple restaurants and bars, and extensive water sports facilities.
Barceló Cabo Verde
Set on the stunning Praia de Chaves on Boa Vista Island with arguably the best beach access of any Cabo Verde resort. Expansive all-inclusive resort with multiple pools, comprehensive sports facilities, varied dining, and an excellent kids' club making it popular with luxury-seeking families.
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.
Chez Pastis
Elegant beachfront dining in Santa Maria offering sophisticated fusion of Mediterranean and Cabo Verdean flavors with an emphasis on supremely fresh local seafood. Romantic candlelit tables on the sand, an extensive international wine list, and impeccable service create Cabo Verde's most romantic dining experience.
Gamboa Restaurant
Praia's finest dining establishment presents modern reinterpretations of traditional Cabo Verdean cuisine in a sophisticated setting. Chef-driven tasting menus featuring locally sourced ingredients like Fogo volcanic wine, Santos Antão grogue, and daily-caught Atlantic fish from local fishermen.
Sabura Restaurant
Mindelo's most elegant dining experience combines Cabo Verdean seafood with international haute cuisine techniques in a refined harbor-view setting. The tasting menu featuring locally caught tuna, lobster, and Fogo wine is a masterclass in archipelago cuisine elevated to fine dining standard.
Casa Mia Restaurant (Hotel Morabeza)
The in-house restaurant of the iconic Morabeza hotel is considered the gold standard for Cabo Verdean seafood dining. The catch is sourced fresh from Sal's fishermen each morning, and the lobster, barracuda, and tuna preparations are executed with genuine expertise by a long-standing kitchen team.
Exclusive experiences
Bespoke and once-in-a-lifetime activities.
Private Sailing Catamaran to Boa Vista
Charter a private luxury catamaran from Santa Maria to sail the Atlantic between islands with a personal captain, gourmet catered lunch, snorkeling stops, and whale watching opportunities. Full-day private charters for groups of up to 10 people provide an exclusive blue water experience.
Fogo Volcano Helicopter Tour
Fly by private helicopter from Sal or Santiago over the spectacular Fogo volcano caldera for aerial views of the active crater, Cha das Caldeiras village, and the dramatic Cabo Verdean landscape. Includes landing inside the caldera for a private wine tasting of volcanic Manecom wines.
Private Kitesurfing Masterclass
Book an exclusive private instructor from Cabo Verde's world-renowned kitesurfing schools at Ponta Preta for a full-day one-on-one session. Instruction tailored precisely to your level from complete beginner to advanced tricks, with premium equipment and personal photography service included.
Turtle Nesting Private Night Tour
An exclusive private guided experience observing loggerhead sea turtles nesting on Boa Vista's remote beaches during the July to October season. Small exclusive groups of maximum 4 people guided by expert marine biologists for an intimate wildlife encounter of extraordinary intimacy.
Island Hopping Private Charter
Charter a private twin-engine aircraft to hop between Cabo Verde's islands in luxury and flexibility. Visit Fogo for volcano hiking, Santo Antão for valley walking, and Boa Vista for pristine beaches in a single day with personalized itinerary and private guide at each island.
Spas & wellness
World-class spa retreats and treatments.
Yhi Spa, Melia Dunas Beach Resort
Cabo Verde's largest and most comprehensive spa featuring 12 treatment rooms, a relaxation pool, Turkish hammam, and sauna complex. Signature treatments use volcanic minerals from Fogo Island and local sea salt in therapies blending Cabo Verdean traditions with global wellness techniques.
Spa Rio, Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria
An elegant adults-only spa sanctuary with an indoor heated pool, jacuzzi, and extensive treatment menu. Specialties include the Cabo Verdean sea salt scrub, hot stone massage, and couples treatment suites with ocean views. Premium Comfort Zone product line used throughout.
Well & Fit Spa, Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort
A full-service spa and fitness center with individual and couples treatment rooms, offering a range of massages, facials, and body treatments. The signature Atlantic Ritual incorporates local sea salt, volcanic clay, and essential oils of tropical flowers grown on the islands.
Luxury transport
Travel in style.
- Car
- Private chauffeur service available from €120/day with air-conditioned Mercedes or Range Rover. Airport transfers with meet-and-greet in arrivals hall from €35. Day hire with experienced bilingual driver-guides from €140 for full day.
- Air
- Private helicopter transfers between islands available through HeliCapVerde. Inter-island charters from €800-1500 depending on route. Scenic tours of Fogo volcano from €450 per person. Advance booking of 48 hours required.
- Airport
- VIP meet-and-greet service at Sal International Airport includes fast-track through immigration, private lounge access, and dedicated baggage collection. Available through top hotels or premium transfer companies. Cost approximately €50-80 per person.