Mindelo Sao Vicente, Cape Verde

Cruise Port

Mindelo Sao Vicente

City in São Vicente, São Vicente.

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Overview

Mindelo Sao Vicente is a cruise port in Cape Verde. It lies on the coast at approximately 16.886, -24.988.

About Mindelo Sao Vicente

Mindelo is a port city in the northern part of the island of São Vicente in Cape Verde. Mindelo is also the seat of the parish of Nossa Senhora da Luz, and the municipality of São Vicente. The city is home to 93% of the entire island’s population and is Cape Verde’s second most populous city and largest city in Barlavento Islands. Mindelo is also considered the cultural capital of Cape Verde, known for its colorful and animated carnival celebrations, with roots in Portuguese traditions later influenced by the Brazilian culture.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Mindelo Sao Vicente — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Mindelo Sao Vicente

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Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 30°C in Sep and coolest around 25°C in Feb (average daytime highs).

Jan
26°
21°
Feb
25°
20°
Mar
25°
20°
Apr
26°
21°
May
27°
22°
Jun
28°
23°
Jul
28°
23°
Aug
29°
25°
Sep
30°
25°
Oct
30°
25°
Nov
29°
24°
Dec
27°
22°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Mindelo Sao Vicente the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Mindelo Sao Vicente, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →