Africa Honeymoon: 9 Days in Sao Tome and Principe at Bom Bom Resort
A unique honeymoon destination: rainforest, empty beaches and 4 nights at Bom Bom Resort on Principe Island, flights included
The trip
An Africa honeymoon without the safari crowds
Some trips are just holidays. Others become the first memory of a life together. This Africa honeymoon has been designed day by day for newlyweds looking for one of the most unique honeymoon destinations in the world: Sao Tome and Principe, the last paradise on Earth.
Over 9 days you combine the silence of the equatorial rainforest, almost empty paradise beaches and the luxury of Bom Bom Resort on Principe Island, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Every morning, an experience for two; every afternoon, time just for you.
Why choose Sao Tome and Principe for your honeymoon
- No jet lag: the same time zone as London and Lisbon
- Around 7 hours' flight from Lisbon
- Beach and rainforest in one trip, no safari needed
- Near-empty beaches: an island honeymoon far from mass tourism
- 4 nights at Bom Bom Resort, one of Africa's most exclusive hideaways
- Sea turtles from November to February, whales from July to October
Romantic touches on request
A private beach dinner, bubbles on arrival, room decoration or a sunset boat trip: tell us what you would love and we will arrange it (at extra cost). Also perfect as an anniversary trip. Flights from Lisbon included; we can arrange connections from London and other cities.
Itinerary
Day by day
Day 1
Lisbon: your honeymoon begins
Your honeymoon begins at night. Check in at Lisbon airport for the overnight flight to Sao Tome and Principe. We take care of everything: transfers, a local data SIM and currency exchange.
Day 2
Arrival in Sao Tome: paradise welcomes you
Arrival in Sao Tome, welcome by our guide and transfer to Hotel Omali, by the sea. The rest of the day is yours to settle in and toast your new life together.
Day 3
Flight to Principe Island and a Cocoa Route for two
A 35-minute flight to Principe Island and transfer to Bom Bom Resort, the heart of your honeymoon. The same day, the Cocoa Route at Roça Sundy: a gentle walk among historic plantations and the scent of cocoa.
Day 4
Agulhas Bay: a swim for two in paradise
Boat trip to Agulhas Bay in Principe Natural Park, facing the volcanic peaks of the west coast. Swim in crystal-clear water, snorkel and enjoy a romantic snack by the sea.
Day 5
Santo António and Sundy Praia, hand in hand
A morning of discovery: Nova Estrela viewpoint, Terreiro Velho, the community and Roça Abade. In the afternoon, Sundy Praia to enjoy its facilities together.
Day 6
Romantic walk from the rainforest to a secret beach
From Roça Sundy, a trail through historic forest leads you to a hidden beach where a surprise awaits the newlyweds. Swim in the ocean, then stroll along the coast to Sundy Praia.
Day 7
Last morning on Principe and back to Sao Tome
A free morning to say goodbye, without hurry, to this place made for the gods, and for newlyweds. Flight to Sao Tome and overnight at Hotel Omali.
Day 8
A free day for two at Hotel Omali
A free day to relax by the pool and in the tropical garden at Omali. At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport and flight to Lisbon.
Day 9
Return
Arrival in Lisbon and connection home. You return different: renewed, and with a new way of seeing the life together that is just beginning.
What's included
- International flights Lisbon – Sao Tome – Lisbon with checked luggage
- Domestic flight Sao Tome – Principe – Sao Tome including taxes
- Travel insurance
- Accommodation with breakfast at Hotel Omali and Bom Bom Resort
- All transfers on Sao Tome and Principe
- Agency guide on site
- 4x4 vehicle with insurance, fuel and driver
- One excursion per day on Principe (mornings), with free afternoons for the couple
What's not included
- Lunches and dinners
- Optional romantic touches (beach dinner, bubbles, decoration)
- 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
This honeymoon package costs from €3,000 per person including flights from Lisbon, the inter-island flight, travel insurance, accommodation with breakfast, transfers and guide. The final price depends on the season.
The dry season runs from June to September, with humpback whales from July to October. To see turtles nesting, travel between November and February.
Eight or nine days is ideal to enjoy both islands at a relaxed pace: a few days on Sao Tome and the rest on Principe Island.
No vaccinations are mandatory for travellers arriving from Europe. Still, check with your doctor or a travel clinic before you go.
EU and UK citizens can enter visa-free for tourist stays of up to 15 days; other nationalities should check the current rules. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months.
Yes. It is considered one of the most peaceful destinations in Africa, with very low crime and very welcoming people.
For a honeymoon, always both. Sao Tome brings culture and history; Principe, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, is where the romance is: secret beaches, untouched rainforest and Bom Bom Resort.
If you want exclusivity without the Maldives crowds, Sao Tome and Principe offers secluded beaches and resorts plus rainforest, with no jet lag from the UK.
Zanzibar is already a well-known honeymoon destination. Sao Tome and Principe offers beaches, African culture and tropical nature with far fewer tourists.
The Seychelles are an established destination with longer flights and higher prices. Sao Tome and Principe has resorts of a similar standard in a more intimate setting.
Cape Verde is more developed and lively. Sao Tome and Principe is wilder and more intimate, ideal for couples who want to switch off completely.
It includes flights, accommodation with breakfast, transfers, guide, a 4x4 with driver and excursions. Meals are not all-inclusive, but all the logistics are taken care of from start to finish.