How should I estimate data when visiting Praia and Mindelo?

For time across Praia, Mindelo and Sal, count the days you expect to use mobile data on land. Estimate from your own use of maps, messaging, social uploads and Wi-Fi; video, hotspot use and photo backup can increase demand. The ranges on this page are seven-day examples, not a prediction for your trip.

What should I save offline for a trip to Cabo Verde?

Save any transport tickets, arrival addresses and local maps for Praia, Mindelo and Sal. Check current plan terms for each destination; do not assume a connection continues throughout a transfer.

Can one travel eSIM cover all three of Praia, Mindelo and Sal?

Confirm that the offer includes Cabo Verde. Local signal can vary between islands, and offshore service should not be assumed. Review the selected plan's current country or territory list, validity, data allowance and activation terms before purchase.

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One prepaid eSIM for your Cabo Verde trip. Choose data and validity, then check out in your selected currency.

Priced in CA$ for Canadian travellers. Works for travellers from anywhere.

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What fits your trip?

1. How long are you staying?

2. Choose a data allowance

Choose an allowance that fits your trip length and how you use mobile data. See data planning examples.

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Setup: Install on Wi-Fi before departure. Follow the selected plan’s instructions for when to enable service.

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Your Canadian line can stay active for calls and texts on a dual-SIM phone; your carrier's roaming charges may apply to calls and texts.

Install on Wi-Fi

Install before departure, then follow your selected plan’s terms for when to enable it.

Before your trip

Keep the details you need close at hand.

Praia accommodation and arrival details
Offline maps for Praia, Mindelo and Sal
Booking and transport confirmations
Emergency and insurance contacts

Data planning: Download island maps, lodging details and transfer confirmations while connected. Data needs can differ between a town stay, a beach break and an outdoor day on another island.

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A travel eSIM can provide mobile data for maps, messaging and travel apps in Cabo Verde. The offer's country or territory inclusion does not guarantee reception at every stop; local availability, partner networks, terrain and device settings affect service. Availability is not guaranteed at every location; verify the selected plan's terms.

Ideas for your trip

Cabo Verde trip planning

Explore Praia on Santiago

Give the capital time for its markets and cultural sites, and consider how much of Santiago you want to see beyond the city.

Stay in Mindelo for music and waterfront life

The port city on São Vicente has a distinct cultural scene; plan time around local venues and current event information.

Choose Sal for a beach-focused stay

Sal offers a different pace from the larger urban centres. Keep island logistics separate and confirm local activities for your dates.

Cabo Verde trip planner

Plan your Cabo Verde itinerary

For a trip limited to Cabo Verde, compare the destination plan's data, validity and price with any regional option. For a multi-country route, choose a plan only if its current included-country list covers every stop.

01
Arrive in Praia
Use Praia to confirm your first address, arrival transfer and any onward boat or flight connection.
Check that the selected offer includes the destination country or territory, then save local directions and transfer details. Signal can vary by island and operator.
02
Plan the transfer to Mindelo
Confirm the operator, departure point and seasonal schedule for travel to Mindelo before setting your dates.
Check that the selected offer includes the destination country or territory, and save tickets and return details offline. Signal may drop during the transfer.
03
Arrange a separate stay around Sal
Decide whether Sal is a separate overnight stay or a day trip from your base, then verify the local transport options.
Use current operator information for timings and save the return plan before leaving Wi-Fi; island service varies by location.

Cabo Verde data planning

How much data might your Cabo Verde trip use?

The examples below describe different trip patterns and the assumptions behind each estimate. Your actual use depends on your apps, settings, trip length and access to Wi-Fi.

Seven-day light-use calculator example

3.6–5.5 GB

Assumes: Seven days of messaging, email, browsing and occasional maps, with streaming and video calls off, light social use and few photo uploads. Wi-Fi availability is not included in this activity estimate and may reduce mobile data used.

Seven-day typical-use calculator example

10.1–15.1 GB

Assumes: Seven days with light streaming and video calls, daily maps, moderate social use and photo uploads. Wi-Fi access is not modelled and may reduce mobile data used; hotspot, higher-resolution video and app updates can raise demand.

These are rough planning examples, not plan allowances or promises. Actual data use varies with apps, settings, trip length and Wi-Fi. Compare estimates with the live plan options above.

Estimate usage by activity

Good to know

Cabo Verde eSIM questions

In Cabo Verde, confirm the transport and arrival details for your dates, check that the selected offer includes the destination, and save tickets, maps and accommodation details before departure. Service during a transfer may differ from service on land; do not assume offshore coverage.