Santo Antão: Hiking Ribeira Grande - Coculi - Boca das Ambas Ribeiras - Chã de Igreja

Experience the charm of Santo Antão on this spectacular walking tour, beginning at the Vila de Ribeira Grande riverbed. Discover the scattered houses, lush banana plantations, and the large windmill that helps residents collect water along your path. Explore Coculi Village with its prominent Santo Crucifixo parish church and continue to the second Ribeira Grande, where two rivers meet in a picturesque setting. Learn about the local fauna and flora from your guide as you walk through vibrant sugarcane plantations and admire the slender aqueduct built by the Portuguese, which still carries water today, showcasing the island’s remarkable engineering and history.

Enjoy breathtaking views at Boca das Ambas Ribeiras, also known as “Mouth of Both Valleys”, while having a relaxing picnic above the valley floor. Follow a zigzagging cobbled path that leads to the tiny settlement of Selado do Mocho and the Ribeira Garça, capturing the dramatic landscapes and peaceful village life along the way. Explore the promontory of Chã da Igreja, meet locals, and immerse yourself in the authentic daily life of the island’s inhabitants. Experience the combination of culture, history, and nature as you conclude your journey with a comfortable drop-off back at your accommodation, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Santo Antão’s hidden gems.