Sao Tome & Principe vacations

Snorkel seahorse lagoons, hike rainforested UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and stay in island hotels that run their own turtle conservation projects. This Sao Tome and Principe vacation is a brilliant blend of spectacular scenery and local life.
Pico Cao Grande Equator Line seahorses and snorkelling in the Blue Lagoon whale watching turtle nesting walks Pico do Papagaio (Parrot Peak) Bom Bom beach
Price
£4000 excluding flights
Duration
8 Days
Type
Tailor made
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Description of Sao Tome & Principe vacations

Price information

£4000 excluding flights
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Departure information

This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements

Travel guides

Sao Tome & Principe
Once known as the Chocolate Islands, because cocoa was the main product of its colonial years under Portuguese rule, this stunning, tropical, dual isl...
Wildlife
I am a grown man, and have travelled all over Africa. But the first time I saw a tiger in the wilds of India, I cried.

Responsible Travel

As the pioneers of responsible tourism, we've screened this (and every) vacation so that you can travel knowing it will help support the places and people that you visit, and the planet. Read how below.

Planet

We are committed to responsible values, which are echoed in all elements of our tours and vacations. We work with accommodation providers and local suppliers who share this dedication to responsible travel by focusing on environmental, conservation and community initiatives.

You will visit some of the most biologically significant places in the world on this Classic Sao Tome & Principe Escape itinerary, including the pristine beaches and lush rainforests of Sao Tome Island, Pico Cao Grande, the world’s tallest volcanic plug and Principe Island, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. In our detailed pre-departure travel pack we have included a note to remind you not leave any litter in the national parks and reserves – everything you carry in, you must carry out. Aside from the environmental damage, litter can be harmful to the wildlife. By visiting these sites (all entrance fees are included in your luxury tour), you are supporting the preservation and conservation of these areas, and indicating to authorities that tourists are interested in protecting Sao Tome & Principe's incredible natural environments.

On Principe Island, you’ll stay at Bom Bom Island Resort who contributes to the conservation of sea turtles in the region and uses natural products at their spa.

Our UK office takes a leading role in setting the standards for an environmentally friendly work environment. We work with local government to recycle our waste and continually look for new ways to be greener, including encouraging travelers to bring reusable water bottles on their vacation.

We recognise that flying is damaging to the environment, however these flights are included in this trip to allow our customers to visit more remote areas that benefit from the economic results of tourism, including Principe Island.

People

During your time in Sao Tome & Principe, we encourage you to support the local economy by buying authentic handmade products such as embroidery and jewellery at markets, villages and small-scale souvenir shops, rather than hotel tourist shops or on organised shopping trips. When you buy products at markets, villages and small-scale souvenir shops you are helping to support a fragile economy and supporting local artisans helps keep traditional crafts alive.

We also select accommodations which have their own community projects or initiatives, such as Bom Bom Island Resort, where you’ll get to know the culture of Principe Island and learn the secrets of organic farming at a local plantation house, Roça Paciência, where you’ll taste the different aromas and tastes of Príncipe Island’s aromatic herbs and medicinal plants.

You’ll also learn the history and culture of Sao Tome Island with Omali Lodge, who seek to increase the interaction and experiences of their guests with the social and cultural life of the local community, and you’ll explore the towns and plantations with local guides.

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