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Your Santa Cruz Vacation

When you reserve a vacation package to Santa Cruz, all the planning is taken care of beforehand. This gives you extra time to uncover some of the things that define this scenic city, such as its lively atmosphere, cultural experiences and coastal scenery. There's loads to do and see during your trip to Santa Cruz, including Mangue Beach and Poilão Dam. Don't delay your visit to this city any longer. Your dream Santa Cruz vacation is just a few clicks away with Expedia.

The Latest Santa Cruz vacation packages

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Hotel Vulcão

Hotel Vulcão

4 out of 5
Price was $661, price is now $575 per person
$575
per person
Jan 20 - Jan 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dakar (DSS) to Santiago Island (RAI)
7.8/10 Good! (51 reviews)
I would recommend it.

Reviewed on May 23, 2024

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

4 out of 5
Price was $1,030, price is now $865 per person
$865
per person
Jan 20 - Jan 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dakar (DSS) to Santiago Island (RAI)
8.4/10 Very Good! (256 reviews)
Great property and friendly staff.

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Hotel Pérola

Hotel Pérola

3 out of 5
Price was $911, price is now $818 per person
$818
per person
Jan 20 - Jan 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dakar (DSS) to Santiago Island (RAI)
8.8/10 Excellent! (173 reviews)
Clean, quiet, extremely professional staff

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2025

Praia Confort

Praia Confort

3 out of 5
Price was $662, price is now $601 per person
$601
per person
Jan 20 - Jan 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dakar (DSS) to Santiago Island (RAI)
8.2/10 Very Good! (71 reviews)
It was OK, especially for the price. But convenient location on the Plateau, with shops, sights restaurants just walking out the door.

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025

Aparthotel Palace

Aparthotel Palace

3.5 out of 5
Price was $682, price is now $620 per person
$620
per person
Jan 20 - Jan 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dakar (DSS) to Santiago Island (RAI)
8/10 Very Good! (15 reviews)
This was my first visit to Cape Verde and I will definitely stay here again on any future visits. The entire property was very neat and clean and reasonably priced. Loved the unique decor. From the front desk to the bartender…Every single member of the staff was super friendly and helpful, even with problems I had trying to move around the country away from the hotel. They definitely went above and beyond. I absolutely recommend!

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2025

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Santa Cruz

Pedra Badejo Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Pedra Badejo Beach during your travels in Santa Cruz? Discover the area's museums and shops.

Pedra Badejo Beach

Porto Madeira

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Porto Madeira in Santa Cruz. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

Porto Madeira

Pedra Badejo Municipal Mall

During your trip to Santa Cruz, you can enjoy retail therapy at Pedra Badejo Municipal Mall. Amble around the area's beaches or experience its museums.

Pedra Badejo Municipal Mall

What to do in Santa Cruz

Santiago: Discover the Island on a Private Day Trip

From Praia: Discover Santiago Island in 1 Day

$92
per adult
From Praia: Discover Santiago Island in 1 Day
From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers

From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers

$81
per adult
From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers
Professional concierge service in praia

Private Tour in Praia, Cape Verde

$198
per adult
Private Tour in Praia, Cape Verde
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Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

Hotel Restaurant Falucho Paradise Beach

Hotel Restaurant Falucho Paradise Beach

3 out of 5
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8.8/10 Excellent! (23 reviews)
My room was spacious and very comfortable. Staff, as always, were lovely. I enjoy eating in the restaurant on the beach.

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

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Hotel Restaurant Falucho Paradise Beach
Barceló Praia Cape Verde

Barceló Praia Cape Verde

5 out of 5
Av. Rotary International Praia Praia
$180 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$213 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
Everything about the hotel was excellent great amenities wonderful staff and very clean. I would highly recommend it to everyone I know

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

Barceló Praia Cape Verde
Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel

4 out of 5
Prainha, Cidade Da Praia Praia Santiago
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$160 nightly
The price is $190 total per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
$190 total
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (257 reviews)
Great property and friendly staff.

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Pestana Trópico - Ocean & City Hotel
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Santa Cruz Essential Information

Language
Portuguese
Currency
Cape Verdean escudos
Local Welcome
Olá
Local Goodbye
Adeus
Closest Airport
Praia Intl. Airport (RAI)
Population
9,500
Max Temp Winter
75ºF
Max Temp Summer
80ºF
Top Sights
Mangue Beach, Grandvaux Barbosa National Botanical Garden and market

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Santa Cruz vacation package cost?
Offering great value package deals from $575 on Expedia, you'll be pleasantly surprised at how much a vacation to Santa Cruz costs! Expedia's packages make travel planning easier and your savings go further.
What are the cheapest months to go to Santa Cruz?
You can typically find lower prices and greater availability in June, November and December. Check out our cheap Santa Cruz vacation packages and you could land some great off-season discounts.
How many days is enough for Santa Cruz?
The ideal length of your Santa Cruz vacation depends on what you'd like to do and see. Generally, a handful of days to a week will give you plenty of time to check out all the top attractions and discover some hidden gems along the way.
How to find the best Santa Cruz package deals?
Use Expedia's filters to find some of the best Santa Cruz package deals. When you start your search, simply set your maximum budget and then order the results by "Price: low to high." If you're looking to save, plan your break for midweek, or search for Santa Cruz package deals in the off-peak season. Switch up your travel dates and you may land even better discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's typically best to lock in your vacation package as soon as possible.
Is it cheaper to book a Santa Cruz vacation as a package?
An Expedia vacation package could land you considerable savings when compared to arranging flights and accommodations individually. Better still, you can personalize your Santa Cruz getaway to fit your exact needs. Choose your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a car rental. Check out our great deals to see how much you can save.
When to book a vacation package to Santa Cruz?
If you've got your Santa Cruz vacation dates locked in, book early to score some terrific deals. With Expedia, you can often reserve some flights up to one year in advance. Prefer spur-of-the-moment getaways? Our last-minute deals are ideal for impromptu escapes.
How to plan a trip to Santa Cruz?

  1. Choose your travel dates: The things you plan to do in Santa Cruz and your favorite season can help you decide when to get away.
  2. Set a budget: Consider expenses such as food, flights and transportation when working out how much to save for your trip to Santa Cruz. Then, choose a property that fits your budget, whether that's a wallet-friendly stay or a high-end getaway.
  3. Discover Santa Cruz using Expedia's trip planning tool: Gain insights into the most popular attractions and best hotels for your trip to Santa Cruz. You can also save your favorite places, collaborate with family and friends and organize your plans in one place.
  4. Decide your trip length: Consider how long you'd like to spend exploring Santa Cruz. Plan your days so you can get to all the attractions and activities you're interested in at a leisurely pace.
  5. Bundle your bookings: With your travel dates in place, you can combine your car rental, flights, hotels and more into a tailored Santa Cruz vacation package.
  6. Book activities and experiences ahead of time: Whether it's a ticket to a major attraction or a day trip in nature, you won't have to worry about missing out on Santa Cruz's highlights. Find all the exciting things to do in Santa Cruz with our dedicated activity guide.

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Santa Cruz vacation packages?
If you're like us, you love traveling but don't love the big price tag that can sometimes come with it. That's why we've created Book Now, Pay Later vacations. With the help of online lender Affirm, you can break down the cost of your Santa Cruz trip over 3, 6 or 12 months. There are also no hidden or late payment fees, so you can secure cheap vacation packages with payment plans as soon as you spot them.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.