Maio

Maio is an island in Cape Verde. Vila do Maio, or just Vila, is the primary city on the island. It is the home to the island's airport and seaport.

Get in

By plane

There are flights from Praia, the capital city, 3 times per week. Cabo Verde Airlines has an office in Vila do Maio.

By boat

There are ferries between Praia and Maio, taking 2.5 hours. However, the ferry does not run every day. Check CV Interilhas for schedule.

Get around

There are buses that circle the island on the single cobblestone road. Hitchhiking is also a common, well-accepted means of transportation among locals and tourists alike.

Eat

There are two Italian restaurants across the main street from each other; one, Trattoria del Qwerty, is also an internet cafe.

Sleep

• In Cape Verde. A site that offers self catering villa and apartments which you can book direct with the owners. A unique Cape Verdian experience. 

Stay safe

Crime on Maio is very low.