Pick-up
Where to pick up your car in Santiago
- Nelson Mandela Airport (RAI)
- Praia
- Plateau
- Palmarejo
- Achada Santo Antonio
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Car Rental in Santiago
Santiago island, home to the capital Praia, is the largest and most diverse island of Cape Verde. Exploring Santiago by car allows you to visit from the white sand beaches of Tarrafal to the majestic mountains of Serra Malagueta.
Vehicle choice
Which car to choose
For Praia, Cidade Velha and Tarrafal, a compact or economy car is enough. For Serra Malagueta, inland villages or secondary roads, choose an SUV.
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Useful drives in Santiago
Santiago is where a rental car unlocks the most variety: city, history, mountains, markets and beaches are connected by short drives.
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Vehicles in Santiago
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about renting a car in Santiago
- We offer pick-up at Nelson Mandela International Airport (Praia) and in Praia city. Please indicate your preferred pick-up point in the booking form.
- For the main roads and Praia city, any car category is suitable. If you plan to visit Serra Malagueta or rural areas with dirt tracks, we recommend an SUV or 4x4.
- Yes! Santiago has a good network of paved roads. The Praia to Tarrafal route is well-maintained and allows you to explore the entire island with ease, including stops at Assomada, Tarrafal and Serra Malagueta.
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