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About

An island country in the Atlantic Ocean off the west coast of Africa. Comprises 10 major and several minor islands. The capital is Praia. The official language is Portuguese, with Cape Verdean Creole widely spoken.

Connectivity & Internet

Average Speed25 Mbps
4G Coveragegood on main islands

SIM from CV Móvel or Unitel T+ costs $10-20 for 5-15GB. Good coverage on tourist islands (Sal, Boa Vista, Santiago).

Electricity
Voltage:230VV
Frequency:50HzHz
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C
F

European plugs Type C and F. Voltage 230V. Portuguese colonial heritage. US/UK travelers need adapter

Local Transport

Operators: Hiace/Yasi minibuses, Modified pickup trucks (aluguers)
Booking: Stations, roadside
Popular Routes
Praia - Tarrafal (Santiago)1h 30m
CVE 188-470

Cape Verde is an archipelago with air and ferry connections between islands. TACV/Cabo Verde Airlines and BestFly fly from Praia to all islands except Santo Antão and Brava (ferry only). Cape Verde Interislands ferries connect islands. On islands - 'yasi' minibuses (Toyota HiAce) and aluguer pick-ups. Fares 200-500 escudos (€2-5).

Local Cuisine

Cornmeal porridge

fish

seafood

beans

Cape Verdean cuisine

Tipping

Expected
Local term: Gorjeta
Restaurants
10%
Taxi
Round up fare
Hotels
Porter100-200 CVE per bag
Housekeeping100-200 CVE per day
Concierge200-500 CVE for special service
Tours
Guide (per day)500-1000 CVE per person
Driver (per day)300-500 CVE per person

Tipping is appreciated in Cape Verde. 10% for restaurants.