Taxis & Rideshare in Cape Verde (2026) - Grab, Uber & More

In Cape Verde, the only door-to-door option that runs on every island is the local taxi fleet, no international rideshare apps operate here. Taxis are usually saloon cars or minivans painted in the island's official colour (blue on Sal, yellow on Santiago, etc.) and display a small "TAXI" roof sign. You can hail one on the street, find them queued at airports, ferry terminals and main town squares, or ask your hotel/restaurant to call a driver they trust. Fares are negotiated before you set off. Simply tell the driver your destination and agree on the price while you're still outside the vehicle. Most drivers speak basic Portuguese or Creole and some English in tourist areas, so having the address written down helps. Choose a taxi when you want direct, air-conditioned comfort, good for airport transfers, late-night returns, or reaching beaches and villages that buses don't serve frequently. For short hops within town, shared "aluguer" minibuses are cheaper. But taxis save time and luggage hassle. Solo travellers can split costs by sharing a cab with other passengers heading the same way, a common practice on inter-town runs. To see current rates and pre-book a reliable driver, use the booking widget below. This is useful on smaller islands where taxis are fewer and advance notice guarantees availability.