7 Reasons Why You Should Travel to Cape Verde • Indie Traveller

What if I told you there’s an archipelago that few travelers know about that’s filled with the most incredible hiking trails, home to a friendly and colorful culture, surrounded by seas filled with whales, dolphins, and other life — and is unravaged by mass tourism?

Would that maybe capture your interest?

Alright, so I need to tell you about Cape Verde.

Like, really need to! Because my recent trip there was among the most fun I’ve had in ages.

I do realize that Cape Verde is a somewhat obscure destination. If you struggle to point Cape Verde on a map, you surely aren’t alone! Actually, many travelers I met in Cape Verde said they knew hardly anything about it before they visited.

So I probably need to back up a bit and tell you what and where Cape Verde is — and, of course, why you should immediately put it on your travel list.

1. It’s something a bit different

One of the things I liked most about traveling in Cape Verde is that it’s not really on the usual…