Luxury Sao Tome and Principe Holiday: 9 Days on Principe Island at Bom Bom
Luxury and nature in Sao Tome and Principe: 5 nights at Bom Bom Island Resort, Roça Sundy, Sundy Praia and Agulhas Bay, flights included
The trip
Principe Island, the luxury way
This Principe Island luxury holiday is designed for travellers who want silence, untouched nature and impeccable service. Nine days and seven nights in Sao Tome and Principe, including five nights at Bom Bom Island Resort, one of the most exclusive hotels in West Africa, set on the Atlantic and linked to its private islet by a wooden bridge.
Principe Island is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve: primary rainforest, empty beaches, volcanic peaks and historic plantations, on an island with almost no tourism. Every morning includes a private experience run by the Príncipe Collection team: the Cocoa Route at Roça Sundy, Agulhas Bay by boat, Santo António and a rainforest trail to a secret beach. Your afternoons are free.
On Sao Tome you stay at Hotel Omali, by the sea, at the start and end of the trip. Flights from Lisbon, the inter-island flight, travel insurance, private transfers and breakfasts are included. We can arrange connections from London and other cities.
Why this is a different kind of luxury holiday
- 5 nights at Bom Bom Island Resort on Principe Island
- Private experiences every morning, free afternoons
- Sundy Praia, Roça Sundy and Agulhas Bay
- One of the least visited places on the planet, with no crowds
- Perfect for an African honeymoon
- Local agency on Sao Tome: on-the-ground support from start to finish
Itinerary
Day by day
Day 1
Lisbon – Sao Tome: arrival at Hotel Omali
Scheduled flight from Lisbon to Sao Tome (departs around 10:00, arrives around 17:00). Met by our representative and private transfer to Hotel Omali, by the sea. Overnight.
Day 2
Flight to Principe Island and arrival at Bom Bom
Breakfast and transfer to the airport. 09:00 flight to Principe: just 35 minutes between the two islands. Transfer to Bom Bom Island Resort, your hideaway for the next five nights, between rainforest and ocean. Afternoon at leisure on the beach and the islet. Overnight.
Day 3
Cocoa Route at Roça Sundy
Morning private experience at Roça Sundy, the historic cocoa plantation where Arthur Eddington's 1919 expedition confirmed Einstein's theory of relativity: from cocoa pod to bean, with the story of the estate (about 2.5 hours, easy). Afternoon at leisure at Bom Bom. Overnight.
Day 4
Agulhas Bay by boat
Boat trip to Agulhas Bay, on the edge of Principe Natural Park, facing the volcanic peaks of the west coast. Swimming, snorkelling and a snack on board (about 4 hours). Dolphins, turtles and, in season, whales are often seen, though sightings cannot be guaranteed. Overnight at Bom Bom.
Day 5
Santo António, Roça Abade and Sundy Praia
Discover the island from north to south: Santo António, the world's smallest capital, the Nova Estrela viewpoint, Terreiro Velho, the community and Roça Abade. In the afternoon, Sundy Praia, the luxury lodge of the Príncipe Collection, to enjoy its facilities. Overnight at Bom Bom.
Day 6
From rainforest to a secret beach
Easy walk from Roça Sundy through a historic forest to a hidden beach, where a special surprise awaits you. Swim in the ocean, then stroll along the coast to Sundy Praia (about 4 hours). Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Bom Bom.
Day 7
Last morning on Principe and back to Sao Tome
Free morning for a last swim. At the scheduled time, flight to Sao Tome and transfer to Hotel Omali. Overnight.
Day 8
Free day at Hotel Omali and overnight flight
A free day to enjoy the pool and tropical garden at Omali. At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport for the overnight flight to Lisbon.
Day 9
Arrival in Lisbon
Arrival in Lisbon around 05:40 and connection home. You return different: refreshed, and with a new way of seeing the world. End of our services.
What's included
- International flights Lisbon – Sao Tome – Lisbon (TAP or STP Airways) with 25 kg checked bag and hand luggage
- Domestic flight Sao Tome – Principe – Sao Tome including taxes
- Travel insurance
- 7 nights with breakfast: 2 at Hotel Omali and 5 at Bom Bom Island Resort
- All private transfers on Sao Tome and Principe
- Agency representative on site and 4x4 vehicle with driver
- One private experience per day on Principe: Cocoa Route, Agulhas Bay, Santo António and the secret-beach trail
What's not included
- Lunches and dinners
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tourist tax of €2.10 per person per night, paid on arrival at the airport
- Connecting flight to Lisbon (we can book it)
- Anything not listed as included
Frequently asked questions
All your questions answered
You fly from Lisbon to Sao Tome, then on to Principe on a 35-minute light-aircraft flight. On inter-island flights, luggage is limited to 15 kg per person plus 8 kg hand luggage.
It is a beachfront resort in the north of Principe, linked to its islet by a long wooden bridge and surrounded by quiet beaches and rainforest. It is part of the Príncipe Collection, along with Roça Sundy and Sundy Praia.
Yes. The seclusion, personal service, free afternoons and private experiences make it one of the most exclusive honeymoons in Africa. We can add special touches on request.
The dry season (gravana) runs from June to September. Humpback whales pass from July to October, and sea turtles nest from November to February.
All breakfasts. Lunches and dinners are taken at the hotel restaurants and paid locally, so you are free to choose.
Yes. We can change the dates, add nights at Bom Bom or combine your stay with Sundy Praia, on request.
EU and UK citizens can enter visa-free for tourist stays of up to 15 days; other nationalities should check the current rules. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
Notes
Your booking is confirmed on payment of the deposit shown on this page. Minimum 2 participants. Cancellation conditions as per contract.