About Fogo island

Sandy beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Fogo island. Mountains and sea - a powerful mixture that takes the breath away from even the most sophisticated traveler! Please don't say we didn't warn you!

Fogo island Best beaches

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Good for Relax

Praia da Bila

Sao Filipe 0.6 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Black sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
2 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 1 beach in the island.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Fogo island.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Fogo island, they are as follows:

  • The island's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of black color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 1.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Fogo island is less than 500 meters. 1 beach are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Fogo island beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Fogo island's beaches

Praia da Bila
5 J.N. Auvergne

Behold! A stunning ebony shore awaits your arrival. But, beware! This beach is no ordinary one. It holds a reputation for being the most treacherous in all of Cape Verde. The swirling winds that visit this place have claimed many a life, leaving behind a trail of disappearances each year. So, if you're planning to visit, make sure to keep your wits about you and stay safe from the perilous whirlwinds. ⛈️

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the island is September - air temperature during this time warms up to 27.4°C and water up to 27.9°C. The coldest month is March - air temperature drops to 22.9°C and water to 23°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Fogo island? In total there are 1 beach and the most popular is Praia da Bila.