Things to do in Santa Cruz
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From Praia: Discover Santiago Island in 1 Day
$92
per adult
From Port of Praia: Island Tour for Cruise Ship passengers
$81
per adult
Praia & Cidade Velha: Guided City Tour
$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santiago Island: Banana Plantation, Natural Park & Workshop with a local family
$87
per adult
From Praia: Explore the whole island in 1 day
$76
per adult
Serra Malagueta Natural Park Hike & Relaxing Swim at Tarrafal Beach
$105
per adult
Santiago ISLAND TOUR by Aventour - Nature & Local Life Tour
$70
per adult
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Shore Excursion: 3-Hour Guided Historic Tour of Praia & Cidade Velha
Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Food, drink & nightlife
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From Praia: Fully explore the island of Santiago in 1 day with tastings
Activity duration is 8 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Classes & workshops
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Praia: Pedra Badejo Coconut Plantation & Black sand beach
Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Wildlife & nature
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Santiago: Serra Malagueta Natural Park & Gongón Valley Hike with Picnic
Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
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Boat Trip to Aguas Belas Cave+Barbecue
Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Recommended things to do in Santa Cruz
Number of things to do | 87 |
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Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | Guided city Tour Praia, Highlights tour: $14 |
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