Begin your journey in Sao Tome with a warm welcome and an immersive cultural introduction.

• Arrival at the iternational airport in Sao Tome.
• Greeted by guide and driver from Ashanti African Tours.
• Swift transfer to hotel for check-in and relaxation.
• Akwaaba welcome dinner with delicious African cuisine.
• Relax and enjoy an evening meal.

Accommodation – In Sao Tome

• The tour today allows for a connection with the history of Portuguese colonialism in São Tomé and Príncipe, as well as the cultures of Cocoa and Coffee.
• Visit begins at the National Museum, the old Fort of São Sebastião, and take a journey through the history of the country, the most important events that have marked the country since its discovery to the present day.
• There is an opportunity to purchase a wide selection of items and literature and visit the local post office to buy postcards.
• A visit to Diego Vaz’s chocolate boutique to do a chocolate tasting is a must before lunch.
• Lunch will be enjoyed at a local restaurant selling a wide selection of delicious dishes.
• From here, visit the Cathedral of Nossa Senhora de Graça, the most important Catholic church in the capital, which is the oldest in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• The adventure continues through Independence Square, enjoying a walking tour of this fabulous city and see the many colonial buildings and visit the local market.
• Finally, the visit ends in Pantufo, a local fishing village before returning to the
• This evening, have the option to head into town for dinner at Papa Figo restaurant and to experience Sao-tomean nightlife, alternatively, rest and enjoy an evening meal at the hotel.

Accommodation – In Sao Tome

• Set off to the center of the island, 600 meters above sea level, the air is pure, and the nature is lush and beautiful.
• The first stop in the city of Trindade, the second most populated in the country, where there are also strong remnants of Portuguese colonialism.
• Pass through the village of Batepá, where the mark of Portuguese colonialism is also notorious.
• A short stop in Batepá is important to learn more about the best palm wine in the country. Lunch will be taken at a local restaurant.
• Continue to Roça Monte Café, which was the largest producer of coffee in the country, here learn the history of Coffee in Sao Tome from the plant to the cup.
• During time here, learn not only the history, but also how to make a perfect coffee.
• The journey continues, visiting the São Nicolau Waterfall, the most visited in the country.
• During time here, also visit a small plantation with the same name before returning to the hotel for the evening and to relax.

Accommodation – In Sao Tome

• Set off to the centre of São Tomé to Bom Sucesso.
• During the walk, enjoy the wonderful scenery as the altitude offers outstanding views, but also because there will be an opportunity to explore a primary and intact forest full of endemic trees, birds, and plants and many of them are medicinal.
• In the middle of this pristine forest, there is the crater of Lagoa Amélia believed to be the origin of the formation of the Island of São Tomé.
• Here, get to know the giant bigonia, as well as many species of orchids that exist there.
• Lunch can either be at a local restaurant or take a packed lunch to the bush.
• After a wonderful morning and early afternoon, head back visiting the Bom Sucesso Botanical Gardens on route, finding many medicinal and decorative plants.
• The aim is to return to the hotel by the early evening to freshen up and relax.
• This evening there will be the option to eat a meal at the hotel or head into town to a local restaurant.

Accommodation – In Sao Tome

• After breakfast, head to the North of the island of São Tomé, the first stop will be in Bela Vista, and the local plantation that was one of the largest producers of cocoa on the Island.
• From here, continue to the nearby Roça Boa Entrada to visit one of the most beautiful houses of the colonial era with a unique architecture.
• Continue the trip to Roça Agostinho Neto to visit the old Roça Hospital, built during the colonial period and is in a state of degradation.
• The Agostinho Neto garden is one of the most visited in the country not only for its size, but also for having high-scale architectural buildings as well as a museum housing many antique pieces from the colonial period.
• Pass-through Guadalupe, the main city of the Lobata district.
• The main highlight of the afternoon is visiting the nearby Lagoa Azul Beach, a beautiful beach not only for its configuration, but also for having blue waters that cannot be resisted by guests for a swim.
• Quality time will be dedicated here enjoying this beautiful location.
• Lunch will be enjoyed at a local restaurant before passing by Neves, the industrial city of the country where the famous national beer “Rosema” is produced, continue the journey to the island’s landmark in Anambó.
• After another wonderful day, return to the hotel with the remainder of the evening free leisure time.

Accommodation – In Sao Tome

• Head to the Southern Beaches which is approximately 2 hours’ drive through beautiful, lush vegetation and scenery.
• Today, visit the iconic image of Sao Tome the “Pico Cão Grande” formed by volcanic rocks extending to the sky over 663 meters looking like a giant finger pointing to the sky surrounded by beautiful forest habitat.
• From here an afternoon of adventure awaits, take a local canoe for an excursion through tropical mangroves enjoying the beautiful birds, butterflies, monkeys, and anything else that nature has to offer.
• Visiting the tranquil stunning beaches in this area is also a must and there is always time for a dip in the ocean.
• The accommodation with be at the Praia Inhume Eco Lodge for the next few nights enjoying wonderful food and the atmosphere of being on this remote Island in West Africa. 

Accommodation – Praia Inhume Eco Lodge

• Set off on a tour to the center of the world.
• After a picturesque 30-minute boat trip, reach the Islet of Rolas, a fascinating and beautiful place.
• Once there, relax and enjoy the beautiful beach and refreshments.
• Then start a tour of the Island, visit and cross the landmark of the Equator a unique opportunity they few have experienced.
• From here, visit the Islands cave and Praia Café, one of the most visited in Sao Tome.
• The local community are so welcoming, and have the wonderful experience of locals cooking for us on this beautiful beach setting.
• After a fabulous day, take a boat back to the main Island of Sao Tome and return to the lodge to relax for the remainder of the evening.

Accommodation – Praia Inhume Eco Lodge

• A relaxed morning at the beach front lodge set in a beautiful location overlooking the beautiful West African coastline.
• After breakfast, visit local communities to see how life is for the locals living in the area.
• A relaxed and enjoyable coastal walk after lunch before getting some rest to prepare for an evening beach walking looking for some of the 5 species of turtle that visit the beaches to lay their eggs.
• Head back to the lodge to relax for the remainder of the evening.

Accommodation – Praia Inhume Eco Lodge

• Head back to the capital Sao Tome.
• On arrival, check into the hotel and enjoy lunch.
• This afternoon attend an arranged a private chocolate experience tour with the renowned Claudio Corallo who has been producing chocolate of the highest quality in Sao Tome for decades.
• The tour is set in his workshop and goes through the entire process of making the chocolate and the best part is of course the tasting.
• After a wonderful afternoon, head into town to one of the many wonderful restaurants for a final evening together in Sao Tome.

Accommodation – In Sao Tome

• After a relaxing breakfast and morning at the hotel.
• After lunch, have the option to head into town to pick up some last-minute souvenirs before enjoying a final meal together which is an ideal time to reflect on a wonderful tour.
• After a meal, transfer you to the airport for the international departure after a wonderful cultural and nature tour of Sao Tome.

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