Cape Verde Holidays 2025/2026
Cape Verde holidays bring year round sunshine, endless glistening beaches and views for days to your daily itinerary – in other words, ultimate relaxation. Beyond the golden sands and turquoise waters, you can immerse yourself into the vibrant local culture and enjoy many unique experiences like floating in saltwater lagoons or sampling traditional Cape Verdean cuisine.
Holidays in Cape Verde boast great value, offering you a slice of paradise at affordable prices, so whether you’re looking for a romantic trip, some family fun or just to escape the winter blues, book your holiday to Cape Verde today.
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What makes Cape Verde holidays so popular?
Located 500km away from mainland Senegal in West Africa, the volcanic islands of Cape Verde are incredibly diverse from one another, but also have many things in common – mainly their calm and relaxed atmosphere.
The Cape Verde Islands were first discovered by the Portuguese in the 15th century, creating what was the first European settlement in the tropics. Today, African and Brazilian influences are evident in everything from the food to the architecture and even dance styles, resulting in very unique experiences for those on holiday in Cape Verde.
The year round warm climate is a huge attraction here because you can laze on the beaches enjoying the scorching temperatures of August and September at 29°C, and still be doing this in the coolest months, between January and April, when temperatures are still around 22°C. The cooler temperatures can be great for those seeking adventures, like hiking the mountainous landscape or across the dunes.
Key facts for Cape Verde:
- Currency: Cape Verde Escudo (CVE)
- Language: Portuguese & Creole
- Time zone: GMT +1
- Avg. flight time: 6 hours 15 minutes (from London)
- Visas: If you’re travelling to Cape Verde for less than 30 days, you do not need a visa. Find out more.
Holidays in Cape Verde
Holidays in Cape Verde offer something for everyone all year round – a luxurious treat for two, an All Inclusive holiday or a last minute delight, Cape Verde has you covered.
Where's best to stay in Cape Verde?
The Cape Verde Islands boast beautiful scenery, dreamy beaches and a charming culture across all the islands – but which is best for your Cape Verde holiday?
Our guide to Cape Verde holidays
Popular hotels in Cape Verde
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Frequently asked questions about holidays to Cape Verde
The best months to go to Cape Verde could be between November and June as you’ll enjoy temperatures typically between 21°C and 26°C and with minimal rainfall.
If you’re after the hottest temperatures around then August and September are the best months to go to Cape Verde because you’ll enjoy temperatures in the late twenties – but these are also the wettest months, so you could be chancing it with some showers.
The cheapest months to go to Cape Verde tend to be the wetter months as it’s the off-peak season – so between July and October is when you could find some really great value Cape Verde holiday deals.
The hottest months in Cape Verde are August and September when temperatures sit around 28°C to 29°C.
Cape Verde is hot all year round with temperatures consistently in the twenties – even in the coolest month which is March the temperature sits around 21°C to 22°C!
Holidays in Cape Verde ooze with relaxation, sunshine and beautiful views, so wherever you stay, expect nothing less!
In summary:
- Boa Vista: perfect for nature lovers, couples and those seeking peace and tranquility
- Sal: ideal for those looking for a mix of relaxation and lively resorts
Boa Vista is the biggest of the islands but is the most laid-back and tranquil. If you’re looking for a holiday where you can just switch off, enjoy the miles of unspoilt beaches and see some incredible widlife, then Boa Vista is for you.
Sal, although quite a bit smaller, is much more lively and developed. Santa Maria is where you’ll find most of the restaurants and bars which come alive in the evenings, so you can enjoy the soft sands during the day then some dancing and cocktails at night.
Cape Verde can be a really great value holiday with incredible beaches, 4 and 5* hotels and unique island culture.
A top tip for your holiday in Cape Verde:
Choosing an All Inclusive holiday to Cape Verde is a handy way to keep on top of spending and avoid any surprise bills at the end of the holiday. What’s more, the All Inclusive hotels in Cape Verde typically offer everything you could need, with food, drink, daytime activities and evening entertainment all included.
A few more tips for a cheap Cape Verde holiday:
- Keep flexible with dates and durations – if possible, flying even one day later can save a lot and opting for one more, or one less night could see huge benefits too
- Book excursions in advance – often booking activities online and ahead of time can come with discounts
- Keep an eye out for discounts and offers for the extra savings!
Cape Verde is a dreamy holiday destination guaranteed to refuel and rejuvenate if that’s what you’re after.
Highlights of a holiday in Cape Verde:
- Picturesque beaches and crystal clear turquoise waters
- An array of marine life that can be seen up close, like loggerhead turtles, dolphins, whales and sharks
- Year round temperatures in the twenties
- Incredible 4 and 5* All Inclusive hotels – some adults only perfect for a romatnic holiday and some with tons of family-friendly facilities
- Chilled yet fascinating local life
With so many highlights across the Cape Verde Islands and its overall relaxing vibe, Cape Verde makes a great holiday destination for couples, families, friends, or a solo break!
The currency in Cape Verde is Cape Verdean Escudo, shown as CVE.
It is a closed currency so you can only exchange your money once in the islands and then you cannot take them home with you at the end of your holiday.
The official language of the Cape Verde Islands is Portuguese which is what most written communications will be in, but you’re likely to hear Creole in conversations.
Have a read of some useful Creole phrases for your Cape Verde holiday.
The average flight time from the UK to Cape Verde is around 6 hours.
This can vary depending on the airport you’re flying from and to but typically it will be between 6 hours and 6 hours 30 minutes.
The time difference between the UK and Cape Verde is GMT -1, which means the UK is 1 hour behind Cape Verde.
