Ontdekking van Kaapverdië

Comprised of nine inhabited islands; one uninhabited island and eight islets, the idyllic holiday getaway of Cape Verde offers a smorgasbord of attractions to thrill even the most jaded of travellers. The islands are blessed with stunning beaches lapped by azure waters as well as lush mountainous areas providing ample opportunities for adventurous outdoor activities including, among others: game fishing, kite surfing, jet skiing, canyoning and hiking. Culture lovers are also well catered for with plenty of interesting art, music, colonial architecture, lively markets, and delicious local cuisine on offer in the bustling cultural capital of Mindelo. From the UNESCO world heritage site of the old fort of Santiago to the vast remote beaches and exceptional shipwreck dive sites of Boa Vista, this diverse archipelago truly does have something to satisfy each and every visitor.

Currency: 
Local currency: Cape Verde Escudo 
Symbol: CVE 
ISO code: CPV 
Subunit: Cent 
Banknotes: CVE5000, 2000, 1000, 500 
Coins: CVE200, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 1 

Banking: 
Card Transactions: 
ATMs: Yes in towns  
Mastercard: sometimes 
Visa: sometimes 
American Express: sometimes 
Diner’s club: sometimes 
 
Banking Hours: 
Weekdays: 08h00 - 16h30 
Weekends: differs between banks 
Public Holidays: No 
Foreign exchange services: Yes at airport and banks 

Air: 
Main airlines: Cabo Verde Airlines 
International Airports: Cesaria Evora International Airport, Amilcar Cabral International Airport, Praia International Airport  
 
Road: 
Tar roads: Yes 
Gravel roads: Yes 
Valid International Driver's License needed: Yes. Drivers are also required toexhibit proof of insurance on the windshield.  
Car hire available: Yes 
Taxis: Yes 
Uber available: In some bigger cities  
 
Bus: 
Inter-city bus services: No 
Local city bus networks: No 
 
Rail: 
Railway system: No 
Subway System: No 
 
Water: 
Ferries: Yes 
Water taxis: Yes 
Leisure cruises: Yes 
 

Food and water safety: 
Can you drink the tap water: No 
Fresh fruit and veg: No 
Ice: No 
Meat: Yes, if well cooked 
Street food: No 
 
Local cuisine: The cuisine of Cape Verde combines African, Portuguese and Creole influences. Highlights include the National dish called Cachupa, Morreia (fried moray eel), and the sweet dessert called Bol of Cuscus. 

Drinks: Grogue (sugar cane rum), Manecome (wine from Fogo), and Strela (beer brewed in Santiago).  
Tipping: 10% 

Annual rainfall: 261 mm 
Average temperature: 24°C - 30°C 
 
Summer: 
Average in highs: 27°C 
Average in lows: 25°C 
 
Winter: 
Average in highs: 22°C 
Average in lows: 21°C 
 
Best time to visit: Cape Verde is warm and dry year-round, but if you want to make sure to avoid any possibility of rain, visit in summer (which peaks in September) - or, head to the islands in December or January for slightly cooler weather.  

Spring and Summer 
Cool, light, breathable and comfortable: Yes 
Lightweight warm clothes: Yes 
 
Winter and Autumn 
Jerseys, cardigans, sweaters, jackets: Yes 
Heavyweight clothing and boots: No 
 
General  
Umbrella and raincoat: No 
Warm gloves, hat and scarf: No 
Swimming costume (bathing suit): Yes 
Hat, sunglasses and sunblock: Yes 
Walking shoes: Yes 
Casual: Yes 
Smart-casual attire: Yes 

Internet cafes: Yes 
Accommodation options: Sometimes 
Restaurants: Sometimes  
Cafes: Sometimes  
Shopping malls: No 
Public parks: No 
Libraries: Sometimes