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LIFE IN CAPE VERDE is so cool
29 March 2026 · 43 min · 5K views · Cape Verde Islands
Sailboat cockpit view of calm harbor with moored yachts
What this video covers
Cruising in Cape Verde offers a relaxed, low-stress environment for sailors, with mooring buoys available for approximately 5 euros per day. While fresh produce can be expensive and difficult to source, local markets provide affordable staples like rice, fish, and grilled street food, including skewers and sausages. The local infrastructure supports boat maintenance, with hardware stores like Moonstar stocking plumbing and general repair supplies. Refilling gas bottles is possible for screw-on types, though clip-on "Twini" bottles cannot be filled locally. Immigration procedures for private vessels are straightforward, allowing crews to stay for up to three months without a visa upon receiving a passport stamp. Sailors should anticipate ongoing construction in towns and rely on translation apps to navigate local services and logistics. The region is well-suited for provisioning with basic items like bread, eggs, and canned goods, though travelers should budget for higher costs on fresh fruits and vegetables.
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