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

• Set off to the centre of São Tomé the to Bom Sucesso.
• During the walk, climb above 1460 meters of altitude offer outstanding views, but also get the 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, find the crater of Lagoa Amélia that is believed to be the origin of the formation of the Island of São Tomé.
• Here, have the privilege of getting 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, to find 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

• Set off to the best location in Sao Tome for surfing at the beautiful Santana Beach.
• Dedicate the whole day to surfing at this location.
• On arrival, head to the surf school to collect the instructor and hit the waves.
• Lunch will be taken on the beachfront and continue lessons after lunch heading back to Sao Tome after a full day’s enjoyment in this beautiful setting.
• The evening is free time to relax and prepare for a flight to Principe tomorrow.

Accommodation – In Sao Tome

• After breakfast get transferred to the airport to take a flight to the beautiful island of Principe for the next 2 nights.
• Upon arrival transfer and check into the beautiful hotel.
• After lunch there is the option to relax all day at the hotel trek to the Belo Monte and Oke Daniel viewpoints that offer exceptional views over the stunning landscape here.
• Return to hotel, a more relaxed time can be dedicated to snorkeling along the beautiful coastline.
• The evening will be spent at the hotel, enjoying dinner and this beautiful location.

Accommodation – In Principe

• There is the option to relax all day at the hotel or if looking for more of an adventure and to see how life is on this seldom visited Island then there are several excursions to choose from.
• After breakfast, transfer to the Obo National Park driving through the coffee plantations on route.
• This is a stunning park, visit the botanical gardens prior to setting off on the hike.
• Depending on how much time is dedicated to the walk, arrange a packed lunch or return to the hotel.
• After lunch, relax at the hotel, or explore Principe further, visit the old colonial coffee and cocoa plantations on the island and enjoy a walking tour of Santo Antonio. After a wonderful day, return to the hotel to freshen up, relax and enjoy the evening.

Accommodation – In Principe

• Check out and take a morning flight back to the main Island of Sao Tome.
• On arrival, check back into the hotel before setting off to the center of the island where you will be 600 meters above sea level, the air is pure, and the nature is lush and beautiful.
• The first stop is 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, visit a small plantation with the same name before returning to thev hotel for the evening and to relax.
• In the middle of this pristine forest, find the crater of Lagoa Amélia that is believed to be the origin of the formation of the Island of São Tomé.
• Here, have the privilege of getting 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, to find 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

• The visit begins at the National Museum, the old Fort of São Sebastião, taking 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.
• 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, enjoy a walking tour of this fabulous city looking at the many colonial buildings and visit the local market.
• Finally, the visit ends in Pantufo, a local fishing village before enjoying a final meal together at a local restaurant giving the ideal opportunity to reflect on a wonderful time together and the tour. After a meal, transfer you to the airport for an international departure after a fantastic time in Sao Tome and Principe.

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