Fogo is an island of Cape Verde.

Fogo errupted out of the Atlantic 100000 years ago and has been an active volcano ever since. The most recent erruption was in 1995 which had the inhabitants of Chã das Caldeiras - the crater region at the top of the island - evacuate their homes for 6 months.

Regions

A trip to Fogo is not complete without a visit to the otherworldly Chã das Caldeiras including, for the adventurous, an ascent to the 2829m peak Pico de Fogo.

Cities

The charming main town of São Filipe with it's sobrado architecture is worth exploring for a day or so on your way through.

On the north coast of the island is the town of Moisteros.

Other destinations

Culture and History

Talk

Travel to Fogo - Visa Requirements

Regular flights to Fogo from Praia and Sal landing in São Filipe. Ask for a seat on the right side of the plane for the best view of the volcano.

There is an overnight ferry from Praia to São Filipe. For boats leaving São Filipe, the office is in the square opposite Pousada Bela Vista. For flights, the TACV office is just off the same square.

Tours and Getting around Fogo

Fogo tourist attractions and sightseeing

Itineraries

Fogo city tours

Fogo Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

Fogo nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

Stay safe

Get out

Destinations in Fogo:

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