Teaching
Cape Verde, Praia4(2)
Cape Verde education project
- Duration
- 2 to 12 weeks
- Age
- From 15 years old
from €1,090 for 2 weeks
Cape Verde
Humanitarian mission in Cape Verde
Join a humanitarian mission in Cape Verde, ten volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean, to protect sea turtles or support local teams in partner schools.
2 programmes in this country
Discover this country through a humanitarian mission in Cape Verde!
Cape Verde is made up of ten volcanic islands, scattered across the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Still relatively unknown, these islands are full of treasures and offer an immersive experience in the heart of nature. Paradise beaches, lush forests, spectacular landscapes, music, authentic villages: traveling to Cape Verde means discovering a rich biodiversity and meeting a warm and welcoming local population.
Freepackers therefore offers different projects to help you discover this destination while contributing to its preservation.
Good to know before you go
- Visa
- You are able to stay in Cape Verde for up to 90 days without a visa.
- Health
- Please check with your doctor or a travel clinic which vaccinations you need for your destination. You can also find up-to-date health advice for each destination on the Institut Pasteur website.
Our programmes in Cape Verde
Marine life
Cape Verde4.5(2)
Turtle conservation in Cape Verde
- Duration
- 2 to 12 weeks
- Age
- From 18 years old
from €1,290 for 2 weeks
Responsible travel by Freepackers
Not looking to volunteer?
Travel in Cape Verde with Planeta First
No project to join here: you discover the country with local guides and hosts, at your own pace.
About the destination
Why do a humanitarian mission in Cape Verde?
Here are a few reasons to do a humanitarian mission in Cape Verde:
- A tangible impact on local projects: your actions are useful and directly visible: environmental initiatives, biodiversity protection, educational support…
- An accessible immersion: a warm culture, a welcoming atmosphere, and a true change of scenery just a few hours’ flight from Europe.
- An ideal destination to combine mission and discovery: hiking, beaches, villages, music.
Tips before doing a humanitarian mission in Cape Verde
Choose the right time of year
Cape Verde is made up of islands with a real diversity of atmospheres: some very dry and beach-focused (Sal, Boa Vista), others more mountainous and greener (Santo Antão). The dry season (roughly November to June) is generally the most comfortable time to travel, with sunny weather.
Pack your suitcase
Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a cap are essentials for a humanitarian mission in Cape Verde. A headlamp, warm clothing, a windbreaker, a first-aid kit, and good shoes are also highly recommended.
Mindset and culture
It’s important to arrive with humility, and to observe, listen and adapt. This makes the experience truly useful, respectful, and genuinely immersive.
Is it safe to do a humanitarian trip in Cape Verde?
Cape Verde is generally a pleasant destination, especially if you’re coming for a community project, but as anywhere:
- Keep basic safety habits (valuables, traveling at night, very touristy areas)
- Our team is available at any time if needed during the projects
Our missions in Cape Verde
In Cape Verde, our programmes are designed to offer you an experience that is both useful and immersive, in particular around:
- Turtle conservation: Take part in supervised missions to protect sea turtles and their nests. You will contribute to activities such as patrols, monitoring, protection actions, and awareness-raising (depending on the season and the site).
- Education project: During this project, your role is to support local teams in partner schools. Educational activities, games, facilitation, and learning support will be part of your tasks. For this type of humanitarian mission in Cape Verde, a few basics of Portuguese can be helpful.
