Day 1: Arrive São Tomé — Omali Lodge
Arrive at São Tomé International Airport. VIP transfer to Omali Lodge, a luxury boutique hotel set in tropical gardens just minutes from the airport and Lagarto Beach. Afternoon at leisure — swim in the infinity pool, stroll the beach, or explore the lodge’s orchid gardens. Welcome cocktail and dinner at the lodge’s fine-dining restaurant. Overnight Omali Lodge.
Day 2: São Tomé — Cocoa, Chocolate & Northern Coast
After breakfast, private guided exploration of São Tomé’s northern cocoa region. Visit Roça Diogo Vaz for a behind-the-scenes chocolate experience — from walking the cacao groves to tasting finished chocolate paired with Portuguese wines. Lunch at a beachfront restaurant in Neves featuring the island’s famous santola crab. Afternoon at Monte Café for coffee tasting. Return to Omali for sunset cocktails. Overnight Omali Lodge.
Day 3: São Tomé — South Coast & Ilhéu das Rolas
Full-day private excursion south. Visit Boca de Inferno blowhole and Roça Água Izé. Private boat to Ilhéu das Rolas — stand on the Equator, snorkel pristine reefs, and enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch on the beach. Afternoon visit to Chef João Carlos Silva’s kitchen for a private cooking demonstration. Return to Omali for dinner. Overnight Omali Lodge.
Day 4: Fly to Príncipe — Bom Bom Resort
Morning flight to Príncipe. Transfer to Bom Bom Resort, an exclusive eco-resort set on a private peninsula between two pristine beaches. Check into your bungalow with panoramic ocean views. Afternoon at leisure: kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply relaxing on the beach. Sunset from the Bom Bom bar with views across the Bay of Needles. Overnight Bom Bom Resort.
Day 5: Príncipe — Obo National Park & Waterfalls
Guided expedition into Príncipe’s UNESCO-listed Obo National Park. Trek through primary rainforest to hidden waterfalls where you can swim in emerald pools. Look for endemic birds: Príncipe kingfisher, Príncipe golden weaver, and African grey parrots. Gourmet picnic lunch in the forest. Afternoon visit to a traditional community living within the biosphere reserve. Overnight Bom Bom Resort.
Day 6: Príncipe — Marine Reserve & Lagoon Amelia
Morning boat excursion along Príncipe’s dramatic coastline. Snorkel the Bay of Needles where volcanic pinnacles rise from crystal-clear water. Visit Lagoon Amelia, a pristine lagoon surrounded by rainforest. Look for nesting sea turtles (seasonal) and dolphins. Afternoon at leisure — perhaps a spa treatment using local cocoa butter and coconut oil. Overnight Bom Bom Resort.
Day 7: Príncipe — Santo António & Farewell
Morning visit to Santo António, Príncipe’s charming colonial capital. Walk through the pastel-colored streets, visit the botanical garden, and explore the old fort. Afternoon return to Bom Bom for a final afternoon in paradise. Farewell dinner on the beach under the stars. Overnight Bom Bom Resort.
Day 8: Return & Departure
Morning flight to São Tomé. Connect to your international departure — carrying memories of Africa’s most exclusive island paradise.
