Nature and the environment
Each of the islands is different, but what they all have in common are the pleasant temperatures all year round and the wind that blows from time to time. There are no dangerous animals, except perhaps a large centipede that can sting quite severely.
Unfortunately, there is still little awareness of environmental protection, so electricity is produced by dirty diesel generators and waste is generally disposed of somewhat thoughtlessly.
Most of Cape Verde’s islands are very dry areas, which can be savannah-like or even desert-like. Islands with high mountains receive more moisture than flatter islands, which are older in terms of geological history.
Drinking water is therefore particularly scarce on practically all the islands – and correspondingly precious. The rule for travelers here is to save water. While locals make do with 5 liters of water a day, tourists often need up to 70 liters…
