Cape Verde archipelago From Las Palmas to Dakar

Day 1: Las Palmas

Departure at 20:00

The historic centre with its cobbled streets, the many lively neighbourhoods and the long beach of fine sand make the biggest city in the Canary Islands an unmissable stopover. Ship docked, no water sports. Boarding and disembarkation port of call.

Day 2: La Gomera

Arrival at 08:00 Departure at 18:00

Preserved from mass tourism, this small island that was once used as a stopover by explorers on their way to the New World is captivating thanks to its lush vegetation and relief. Its legendary primary forest, landscapes, ravines and black sand beaches make it a unique island. Boats alongside the quay, no water sports.

Day 3: Sailing on the open sea

A restorative day at sea. Choose from the range of inviting possibilities on our remarkable sailing ship. Lounge on chaise longues, cool off in one of our two swimming pools, work out with a sea view in our Espace Fitness, find instant calm at the spa and enjoy the attentive company of our G.O® team and crew members.

Day 4: Sailing on the open sea

A restorative day at sea and hoose from the range of inviting possibilities on our remarkable sailing ship.

Day 5: Sal

Arrival at 08:00 Departure at 18:00

Its peaceful and authentic atmosphere, punctuated by the return of the fishermen, its traditional Cape Verdean architecture and its splendid beaches, make it a discreet jewel with warm hospitality. Ship docked, no water sports.

Day 6: Santo Antao & Sao Vicente

Arrival at 08:00

Morning stopover on the naturally beautiful island of Santo Antao, with its fertile valleys dotted with picturesque villages and terraced plantations. Short sail to the island of Sao Vincente, whose capital Mindelo is one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Afternoon and overnight in Sao Vincente. No water sports on either island.

Day 7: Sao Vicente

Departure at 18:00

Mindelo, the cultural capital of Cape Verde, is one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Around the wooden halls of the fruit and vegetable market, the houses form a delightful pastel district. Ship docked, no water sports.

Day 8: Fogo

Arrival at 08:00 Departure at 18:00

The southernmost island of Cape Verde owes its name to the Pico do Fogo volcano, the highest and largest in Cape Verde. Colonised by the Portuguese, Sao Filipe, the island's main town, is built on the western flank of the volcano, dominated by its 9km-wide caldera. Ship alongside, no water sports.

Day 9: Maio

Arrival at 08:00 Departure at 18:00

Intimate and discreet, the landscapes of this small oval island oscillate between deserts, greenery and immense white sandy beaches. Ship docked, no water sports.

Day 10: Boa Vista

Arrival at 08:00 Departure at 18:00

Its capital, Sal Rei, with its low Portuguese colonial-style houses, the endless sand dunes in the island's interior and the lunar volcanic landscapes of the Viana desert, make it the most beautiful island in Cape Verde. Ship docked, no water sports.

Day 11: Sailing on the open sea

A restorative day at sea and hoose from the range of inviting possibilities on our remarkable sailing ship.

Day 12: Dakar

Arrival at 08:00

Capital of Senegal and cultural and artistic centre of the country, this former colonial trading post offers the unique experience of a bewitching city where you should take a stroll through its traditional district, its sandy alleys teeming with people and its colourful markets. Boat docked, no water sports. Boarding and disembarkation port of call.