Explore Cape Verde — eSIM Data Plans & Travel Guide
Travel guide for Cape Verde with instant eSIM data plans from DataOnly. No SIM swapping, no roaming fees.
Must-see in Cape Verde
Santa Maria Beach, Sal
Bask on powdery white shores, watch local fishermen bring in the daily catch at the historic pier, and try world-class kitesurfing.
Pico do Fogo
Climb to the summit of this towering active volcano and walk through surreal black-sand volcanic landscapes and vineyards.
Cidade Velha, Santiago
Wander the cobblestone alleys of this UNESCO World Heritage site, the first European colonial outpost in the tropics, featuring the 16th-century Forte Real de São Filipe.
Local food to try in Cape Verde
Cachupa
The hearty national dish made of slow-cooked hominy corn, beans, cassava, sweet potatoes, and marinated meats or fish.
Pastel com Diabo Dentro
A savory fried pastry pocket filled with spicy tuna, onions, and herbs, ubiquitous as street food.
Lagosta Grelhada
Fresh grilled spiny lobster served simply with garlic butter and rice, caught fresh off the islands' rocky coasts.
Practical tips for Cape Verde
- The Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE) is pegged to the Euro at a fixed rate, and Euros are widely accepted on tourist islands like Sal and Boa Vista.
- Hop into shared minibuses known as 'aluguers' for an authentic, scenic, and budget-friendly way to travel between towns on larger islands.
- Strong ocean currents and the seasonal 'Harmattan' winds can make swimming risky on certain beaches, so always pay close attention to beach warning flags.
Fun fact about Cape Verde
There are actually more people of Cape Verdean descent living abroad in diaspora communities than living on the island nation itself!
Cape Verde eSIM data plans
- 1 GB for 7 days — $12.60
- 1 GB for 3 days — $12.60
- 2 GB for 15 days — $23.80
- 3 GB for 3 days — $30.80
- 3 GB for 30 days — $33.60
- 3 GB for 7 days — $33.60
- 10 GB for 7 days — $65.80
- 10 GB for 15 days — $67.20