Experiences that connect you to the island.
At Go Beyond, discovery is hands-on, sensory, and from the heart.
Every experience is organized in partnership with local residents. You give back to the community and receive something priceless in return: true connection.
A TASTE OF CABO VERDE
Experience Santo Antão through its flavors
Step into the heart of Lagedos, a peaceful village surrounded by tamarind and mango trees and, discover the real taste of Cape Verde.
Here, cooking becomes connection: to the land, the people, and their stories.
Learn to prepare traditional favorites like Cachupa, Cuscuz, or Fidjos using fresh, local ingredients. Sip a homemade sumo natural, fry your own bolacha frites, and enjoy a generous tasting of authentic dishes.
As you cook and share food together, you’ll hear the stories of Lagedos and the women behind Babilonia - the heart of this experience.
You’ll leave not just with a new recipe, but with a memory steeped in local rhythm, warmth, and taste.
- Duration: ±3 hours (09:00 – 12:00)
- Location: Babilonia, Lagedos
- Group size: 2–10 people
- Languages: Portuguese / Creole (English or French on request)
- Includes: welcome coffee/tea/juice, traditional brunch tasting, and hands-on cooking session, transportation from/to Porto Novo
- Optional: translator upon request
- Price: €60 (per person)
Additional drinks (beer, soft drinks) not included.
SWEET TRADITIONS:
Experience the sweet side of Santo Antão.
Discover the sweet side of Santo Antão with this authentic Cape Verde culinary experience. In the peaceful village of Lagedos, local women will teach you how to make doce: a traditional island jam crafted with local fruits and love. Start your morning at Babilonia with coffee and bolacha frites, then head to the Esplanada for a hands-on workshop. Enjoy your own homemade doce, a light lunch in nature, and a genuine connection to Cape Verdean culture.
Perfect for travelers seeking authentic local experiences in Santo Antão.
Exprience details
- Duration: ±3 hours (10:00 – 13:00)
- Location: Babilonia & Esplanada, Lagedos
- Group size: 2–10 people
- Languages: Portuguese / Creole (English or French on request)
- Includes: Transportation from/to Porto Novo, welcome drink & snack, lunch package, hands-on doce workshop, and your own jar to take home
- Optional: translator or lunch at Babilonia (on request)
- Price: €50 per person
Additional drinks (beer, soft drinks) not included.
CREATE & PLAY:
Experience the art of play, Cabo Verde style.
Rediscover creativity in Lagedos with this authentic Cape Verde workshop. Guided by local artisan Caetano, you’ll make your own pite de Son Jon: a traditional Santo Antão tin toy crafted from recycled materials. Begin with coffee and local treats at Babilonia before walking to the Esplanada to bring your toy to life. End the experience with a snack in nature and take home your handmade creation.
A meaningful Santo Antão experience blending culture, craftsmanship, and community.
- Duration: ±3 hours (10:00 – 13:00)
- Location: Babilonia & Esplanada, Lagedos
- Group size: 2–10 people
- Languages: Portuguese / Creole (English or French on request)
- Includes: Transportation from/to Porto Novo, welcome drink & snack, snack package, hands-on toy-making workshop, and your handmade toy to take home
- Optional: translator or lunch at Babilonia (on request)
- Price: €50 per person
Additional drinks (beer, soft drinks) not included.
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