To get to Nova Sintra, on the island of Brava, you must fly to the capital of Cape Verde, Praia, on the island of Santiago. From Praia to Brava Island, there are two options: travel by boat with a stopover on Fogo Island or travel by plane to Fogo Island and then take a boat from Fogo Island to Brava Island.
From the city of Praia, the boat trip can take 5 hours or 11 hours, depending on the boat. From the city of Praia, the boat trip can take 40 to 50 minutes depending on the sea condition. Find out the departure and arrival times before booking your trip, updated on the CV Interilhas website.
Occasionally, unforeseen circumstances may cause delays and changes in boat schedules. Therefore, it is recommended that you include in your travel plan considerable intervals between connecting trips. Arrival in Brava takes place through the port of the beautiful fishing village of Furna. A well-maintained 7 km road with 99 curves connects Furna to Nova Sintra, the capital of Brava Island.
The climate on the island of Brava is mild without being too hot, the temperature normally varies between 18°C and 28°C throughout the year. The highest average temperature is between August and October, which coincides with the period when it rains the most on the island. However, despite the frequent fog at certain hours of the day, at any time of the year, the climate invites you to take a swim in the sea.
