Cape Verde Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
17 ships from 6 cruise lines
Cape Verde cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 33 upcoming sailings on 17 ships from 6 cruise lines visiting Cape Verde, calling at 7 places. Cruises can start in Sal Island and end in Sal Island. Of 33 upcoming sailings, 2 start in Cape Verde and 3 end there. More Africa cruises.
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About Cape Verde
Cape Verde is an archipelago of ten islands off West Africa, known for its year-round mild climate, volcanic landscapes, and rich Creole culture. Cruise visitors typically call at Sal, Praia, and Mindelo, offering a mix of beach relaxation, colonial history, and vibrant local music. Ideal for the American traveler seeking authentic experiences without over-tourism, but with limited infrastructure and a more rugged, low-key pace.
Typical routes
- Transatlantic crossings: North America to Europe or vice versa, often stopping at these islands.
- West Africa and Atlantic island itineraries: from the Canaries or Senegal, exploring the archipelago.
Ports overview
Cape Verde is a popular port of call for transatlantic cruises and West African itineraries. The main cruise ports are Mindelo (São Vicente), Praia (Santiago), and Porto de Palmeira/Santa Maria (Sal). Boa Vista is also a potential tender stop. These ports offer a mix of culture, history, and beach activities.
Cruise season
October to May is the dry season and peak cruising period; summer (June-September) is hot and humid with a higher chance of storms.
Find your Cape Verde sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Cape Verde, earliest departure first.
8 Days Mindelo, Cape Verde Round Trip
Visits Cape Verde. Also visits Sao Vicente Island Cape Verde, Canada
Le Ponant
11 Days One-Way from Las Palmas De Gran Canaria to Dakar
Visits Cape Verde. Also visits Spain, Sao Vicente Island Cape Verde, Senegal
Le Laperouse
11 Days One-Way from Las Palmas De Gran Canaria to Dakar
Visits Cape Verde. Also visits Spain, Sao Vicente Island Cape Verde, Senegal
Le Champlain
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11 Days One-Way from Dakar to Las Palmas De Gran Canaria
Visits Cape Verde. Also visits Senegal, Sao Vicente Island Cape Verde, Spain
Le Champlain
56 Days One-Way from Ushuaia to Seville
Visits Cape Verde. Also visits Argentina, Falkland Islands, Uruguay
Seabourn Venture
66 Days One-Way from Ushuaia to Amsterdam
Visits Cape Verde. Also visits Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil
Seabourn Venture
18 Days One-Way from Buenos Aires to Las Palmas De Gran Canaria
Visits Cape Verde. Also visits Argentina, Spain
Le Boreal
36 Days One-Way from Ushuaia to Seville
Visits Cape Verde. Also visits Argentina, Falkland Islands, Uruguay
Seabourn Venture
46 Days One-Way from Ushuaia to Amsterdam
Visits Cape Verde. Also visits Argentina, Falkland Islands, Uruguay
Seabourn Venture
14 Days One-Way from Rio De Janeiro to Santa Cruz De Tenerife
Visits Cape Verde. Also visits Brazil, Spain
L'Austral
18 Days One-Way from Buenos Aires to Las Palmas De Gran Canaria
Visits Cape Verde. Also visits Argentina, Spain
Le Lyrial
32 Days One-Way from Rio De Janeiro to Amsterdam
Visits Cape Verde. Also visits Brazil, Sao Vicente Island Cape Verde, Spain
Seabourn Venture
Where Cape Verde cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (1)
Disembarkation ports (1)
Sal Island (6)
Ships by type: 14 ocean 8 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
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Cape Verde cruise port guide
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Frequently asked questions about Cape Verde cruises
How many places do cruises visit in Cape Verde?
7 Cape Verde places are visited by 17 ships from 6 cruise lines.
When is the best time to take a Cape Verde cruise?
October to May is the dry season and peak cruising period; summer (June-September) is hot and humid with a higher chance of storms.
Sources and further reading
Background on Cape Verde draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- Wikipedia: Cape Verde
- Lonely Planet: Cape Verde Travel Guide
- UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office: Foreign travel advice: Cape Verde
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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