Coliving in Cape Verde... the next advanture...

We have been researching about Coliving spaces in Cape Verde, we are quite interested in these islands, so near the Canary Islands…

Let´s be clear from the beginning… we have not found any Coliving in Cape Verde, but we believe this is no reason for you to postpone your travel.

The good news is… there is a growing community of Digital Nomads on the islands and plenty of coworking spaces…

After having dealt with the Coliving of Madeira, the Azores, and the Canary Islands in extensive posts, we had to write something about these islands too, to complete the joint vision of these archipelagos of Macaronesia.

All these archipelagos are of volcanic origin, and we love them so much… they are beautiful…

This post might be helpful if?

You are a Remote Worker or Digital Nomad researching Cape Verde
If you are looking for Coliving in Cape Verde
If you need to know more about Cape Verde for Digital Nomads

Cape Verde

Cape Verde has 10 islands and is located very close to Africa in the Atlantic Ocean, the main advantages are…

European Timezone
Affordable living
Safe
A growing community of Digital Nomads
Good wifi
Great Weather
Culture

Diversity – The islands are very different from each other, Sal and Boa Vista are well known for their beaches and deserts…

Perfect for outdoor sports

These islands are perfect for lovers of sports and outdoor activities, especially in winter when temperatures drop in Europe, In Cape Verde Nomads enjoy nature all year round.

You can do Hiking on the different volcanoes, as well as Surfing and Kite Surfing.

Weather

It has a subtropical climate, it can be visited all year round, with temperatures from 22 degrees to 30 degrees Celsius on average.

When is High Season?

The best months are from October to May, during european winter.

From June to September is the rainy season and you can find heavy rain at times. But on overall better prices and fewer tourists.

Affordability

Cape Verde is considered a very affordable destination, with very reasonable prices. Some islands are a little more expensive than others, depending on tourism.

But compared to other nearby destinations like the Canary Islands, it is much more affordable.

Gastronomy

It is exquisite and very diverse, a mix of African, Portuguese, and Brazilian traditions.

Seafood is a staple of Cape Verde, many local restaurants offer typical food of high quality and varied flavors.

Expect a great tuna grill. Eating vegetarian or vegan can be a bit of a challenge, but not impossible.

Groceries

There are no big supermarkets but mini markets, so don’t expect a huge variety of products, like in most European countries

Security

Cape Verde is considered a safe destination, this archipelago has very low crime levels.

Walking at night on the streets or visiting any neighborhood is very safe.

Most popular islands for Digital Nomads

Coworking in Cape Verde. Digital Nomad community

This is a key topic, traveling to destinations with an established Digital Nomads community is one of the main concerns of many travelers when they are researching their trip.

This allows you to connect with other workers who share your interests, in addition to ensuring that there is a good infrastructure of shared workspaces and activities where you can meet new people…

In Cape Verde, there are several coworking spaces with established communities doing different activities every week.

For Anna Maria Kochanska, one of the main advocates for Cape Verde as the perfect place for Remote working, the city of Mindelo on the island of Saint Vincent is one of the best options.

The main Digital Nomads community in Cape Verde is concentrated in Mindelo, it also has beautiful beaches and a vibrant cultural and music scene, with several coworking spaces.

Other Digital Nomads prefer the islands of Sal, the most visited of the archipelago, or Boa Vista, with incredible beaches for Kite Surfing.

These are a little more expensive than the others, they have magnificent beaches and reliable internet.

Praia is the capital of the archipelago and another of the places where the Digital Nomadas community is concentrated. It also has spectacular beaches

With a vibrant nightlife and diverse coworking spaces.

All islands have great facilities for Digital work with coworkings and apartments to stay in your perfect location.

Wi-Fi

Works very well on all islands, generally fast and reliable, but a backup could be convenient.

Coworking spaces

Cape Verde has a very good ecosystem of coworking spaces, perfect for Digital Nomads, the islands have a great variety with very interesting communities.

GoHub – Coworking Cape Verde, with spaces in several islands… www.gohub.world

Prime Coworking – In Praia and Mindelo… www.coworking.prime.cv

The Remote Impact

Anna Maria Kochanska and the Remote Impact are doing impressive work to highlight the advantages of Cape Verde as the perfect destination for Digital Nomads.

We recommend following her on Linkedin to stay updated on the information she shared about the islands turning into a Remote Work destination.

She also organizes different activities in Cape Verde to connect all the expertise from Digital Nomads with the local business ecosystem.

Furthermore, she is also a big advocate for the good impact that Digital Nomads can have in the local communities and businesses…

What is Coliving?

A Coliving is a type of accommodation characterized by having common areas that are shared, such as coworking, bathrooms, and kitchens, in which the owners or hosts of the Coliving intentionally try to create a sense of community.

That sense of community is achieved in several ways…

With common areas in which it is intended that members and guests connect naturally.

With activities of all kinds, such as dinners or hiking, that help members develop relationships.

Coliving is not so much about the accommodation or the room you are in, but the people you can meet, the shared experiences, and the relationships you can develop during your stay.