Jaro and his bike are in Cape Verde #2 (early February/2019).....

Arrived Saturday, February 2^nd,  as expected - flight from Praia is only about 40 minutes. A minibus took us from the airport to Tarrafal, with several stops on the way for locals.

The airport ride was a great preview of the landscape and roads – very challenging. Great contrast to Praia - hardly any vehicles on the roads - more likely to meet goats. 

 

Zena Star, my apart-hotel until March 4^th.  The kitchen has a gas stove, so this is a new experience (at least since the 1960s). No microwave, but at least I do have a little toaster.  The monthly rent is €356 including tax.  There is a washing machine on the roof of the building.  No WiFi, but internet is available via a USB plugin interface for cellphone service -- works very well, but costs a bit extra.

Cobblestones are everywhere, except for the one road that goes to the airport, paved with asphalt only a decade ago. 

 

This is Monte Gordo, the goal of every hiker tourist who comes to Sao Nicolau.  Seems to be in clouds most of the time, so you have to pick the right day if you want to see the views....

Photos belong to Jaro Franta