Baía das Gatas
A shallow bay about 10 kilometers east of Mindelo, enclosed by natural reefs. The calm water is good for swimming, and it hosts Cape Verde's largest open-air music festival every August.
Baía das Gatas is a natural pool by the sea, enclosed by volcanic rock reefs. It is suitable for non-swimmers and children, and there are small restaurants on the shore selling grilled fish. The Baía das Gatas music festival takes place for several days around the full moon in August and attracts music fans from across the country. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi or minibus from Mindelo. Currents outside the bay are strong, so do not swim beyond the reef area.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Salamansa
- Monte Verde
- Calhau
- Casa Cesária Évora
- Palácio do Povo
- Praça Nova (Praça Amílcar Cabral)
- Mercado Municipal do Mindelo
- Mindelo