Cabo Verde

Fogo

An active volcano, wines grown in lava and the only village inside a crater.

Fogo is dominated by Pico do Fogo — an active 2,829 m volcano that is the highest point in Cape Verde. Inside the caldera lives a small community that grows grapes in volcanic soil and produces one of the most unique wines in the Atlantic.

Best time
November to June.
Airport
São Filipe Airport (SFL)
Ideal for
adventure wine geology trekking

Don't miss

  • Climb Pico do Fogo

    4-5 hours up loose volcanic rock. An incredible view at the top.

  • Chã das Caldeiras

    A village inside the volcano's caldera. Local guest houses and wine tastings.

  • São Filipe

    A colonial capital with colourful two-storey townhouses.

  • Manecom / Chã wine tasting

    White and red wines produced at altitude — truly unique.

  • Café-de-tenda

    Coffee grown on the volcano — some of the best in Cape Verde.

Where to stay in Fogo

We don't have accommodations listed on this island yet.