Boa Vista: Valentine's Day and Carnival, a fantastic combination!

The sun setting next to Ilheu de Sal Rei resembles a golden heart

The Ilha fantástica always has something special to offer. 2026 promises to be a busy year, combining the beauty of Boa Vista with unmissable events . In February, Valentine's Day will coincide with the hottest days of Carnival . So a romantic trip to the blue tropics will also offer a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the happiest and most unbridled period for the island and all of Cape Verde.

Praia Cabral, one of the many beaches on Boa Vista, most of which are deserted

Boa Vista is a place where it's easy to fall in love with. We know it well. But here, it's also easy to surrender to love. Or to make it, even just for a few days, an exceptional romantic retreat, caressed by the ocean waves and illuminated by a star-studded sky. Valentine's Day in Boa Vista is a dream that can easily come true, treating yourself to unforgettable moments.

Together the heart lights up

Walking hand in hand along endless beaches, horseback riding through oases and deserts, quad biking along trails through boundless landscapes. Or simply lie down in the sun in one of the few welcoming seaside establishments, then enjoying a candlelight dinner after watching the blazy sun instantly sink into the horizon. Pure magic.

Dance wildly with the blocos

Carnival in Cape Verde is a collective and engaging event

2026 has a wonderful gift in store for lovers who choose Boa Vista for Valentine's Day. The fateful day dedicated to chained hearts will fall in the middle of the Carnival season, between February 12th and 17th. This date coincides with Shrove Tuesday, when the parties and parades reach their peak. In Cape Verde, Carnival is a heartfelt and well-attended event , with preparations lasting much of the year. The various "blocos" invent choreographies, research music, design and make costumes, and build floats. Giving free rein to their imagination and creativity.

A taste of Brazil in Creole sauce

Rhythms and colours at the Boa Vista Carnival, a touch of Brazil and Africa

Carnival celebrations have grown so much that today the one in Mindelo, on the island of São Vicente, is considered second only to the Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro. But even in Boa Vista, the spectacle is worth the trip . The atmosphere is electrifying and you can experience the authenticity of popular involvement, while also discovering some truly surprising aspects drawn from Cape Verde's history. Like the Mandinga groups, inspired by the African ethnic group of the continental coast, proud and impressive warriors once forced to the archipelago.

With I Love Boavista, your Valentine's Day will be special, romantic and fun. An unforgettable journey to celebrate the most beautiful feeling. Contact us for information and reservations.