Rainforest villa terrace at Sundy Praia on Príncipe

SIGNATURE TOUR 05 · THE PRÍNCIPE FLY-IN SANCTUARY

The Príncipe Fly-In Sanctuaryseven days, zero logistics

Boutique Island Sanctuaries · Africa's Eden · Seamless Chauffeur & Lodge Transfers

7 Days / 6 Nights (1 Night São Tomé + 5 Nights Príncipe) · From €3,190 for Two

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Duration

7 Days / 6 Nights (1 Night São Tomé + 5 Nights Príncipe)

Destinations

1 Night São Tomé + 5 Nights Príncipe + Departure Dayroom at Omali

Transport

Zero driving required. All airport shuttles and daily lodge excursions included on both islands.

Accommodation

1 Night Omali Lodge (São Tomé) + 5 Nights at your chosen Príncipe Collection sanctuary + Dayroom/Overnight at Omali.

Format

Land-only luxury fly-in retreat including boutique accommodation, all ground transfers, daily shared guided excursions, and on-island concierge.

Flights

International flights and domestic inter-island flights booked separately.

Low Season Price: From €3,190 total for two guests sharing (€1,595 per person)

High Season Price: From €3,790 total for two guests sharing (€1,895 per person)

Pure Island Seclusion. Zero Logistics.

Designed for travellers who want an effortless African island escape without the road trip.

Arrive in São Tomé for a gentle overnight soft landing beside the ocean at Omali Lodge. The following morning, board a scenic 35-minute domestic flight across the equator directly to Príncipe, a pristine UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve where ancient rainforest spills directly into warm Atlantic waters.

Spend five uninterrupted nights at your chosen Príncipe Collection retreat. Whether you prefer the historic heritage of Belo Monte, the barefoot beach setting of Bom Bom, or the tented rainforest villas of Sundy Praia, everything on the ground is taken care of. From airport shuttles to daily guided nature experiences, you never have to think about driving, directions, or logistics.

Choose Your Príncipe Sanctuary (5 Nights)

One price per sanctuary, in two seasons. Breakfast, the daily shared guided experiences and return Príncipe airport transfers are included with all three.

Option 1 · Historic Plantation Heritage

Hotel Belo Monte

Low season

€3,190 total for two (€1,595 per person)

High season

€3,790 total for two (€1,895 per person)

Garden View Room, 5 Nights

Perched high on a coastal ridge overlooking Príncipe's northeastern bays, Belo Monte combines 19th-century colonial cocoa architecture with sweeping ocean panoramas. Enjoy the pool, historic belvedere viewpoints, and direct trail access down to the iconic curved sands of Praia Banana.

Included: Breakfast, daily shared guided morning experiences, and return Príncipe airport transfers.

Option 2 · Barefoot Beachfront Luxury

Hotel Bom Bom

Low season

€3,790 total for two (€1,895 per person)

High season

€4,490 total for two (€2,245 per person)

Pool Bungalow, 5 Nights

Nestled between two golden crescent beaches on Príncipe's northern tip, Bom Bom is the quintessential tropical hideaway. Wooden bungalows sit tucked beneath coconut palms, with resort amenities, sheltered swimming coves, and ocean-edge dining just footsteps away.

Included: Breakfast, daily shared guided morning experiences, and return Príncipe airport transfers.

Option 3 · The Flagship Luxury Experience

Hotel Sundy Praia

Low season

€4,690 total for two (€2,345 per person)

High season

€5,690 total for two (€2,845 per person)

1-Bedroom Forest Villa, 5 Nights

Príncipe's premier luxury retreat. Stay in an expansive tented villa surrounded by primary rainforest, featuring a four-poster bed, indoor-outdoor living, and a private wraparound timber terrace. Enjoy fine dining at OKA Sundy Restaurant, wellness therapies, an oceanfront infinity pool, and secluded coastal walks.

Included: Breakfast, daily shared guided experiences, adult welcome massage, and private return Príncipe airport transfers.

The 7-Day Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Coastal Soft Landing (São Tomé)

  • Land at São Tomé International Airport (TMS).
  • Met on arrival for your hotel transfer to Omali Lodge.
  • Settle into your Premier Room, unwind beside the palm-fringed pool, or stroll along the coastal promenade.

Overnight: Omali Lodge (Premier Room · Bed & Breakfast)

Day 2: Across the Equator to Príncipe

  • Enjoy breakfast on the terrace before your transfer to the airport.
  • Board the scenic 35-minute domestic flight across the equator, with aerial views of volcanic spires and dense jungle canopy.
  • Met on arrival at Príncipe Airport by your lodge team and transferred directly to your chosen property (Belo Monte, Bom Bom, or Sundy Praia).
  • Unpack, breathe in the rainforest air, and settle in for five uninterrupted nights.

Overnight: Your chosen Príncipe Lodge (Bed & Breakfast)

Days 3 to 6: Four Full Days in the UNESCO Biosphere

  • Immerse yourself in the tranquility of Príncipe. Each day, take part in your lodge's curated programme of shared guided excursions:
  • Biosphere Forest Trails: Walk ancient plantation paths with local naturalists, identifying rare endemic orchids, giant land snails, and colourful forest birds.
  • Wild Coastal Bays: Spend an unhurried morning swimming at Praia Banana or relaxing on the secluded coves of the northern coast.
  • Sleepy Capital of Santo António: Visit the world's smallest capital city, its wooden colonial bridges, riverfront life, and pastel-painted architecture.
  • Marine Life & Coral Reefs: Snorkel crystal-clear volcanic reefs or, in season, join guided patrols monitoring nesting sea turtles.

Overnight: 4 Nights at your chosen Príncipe Lodge (Bed & Breakfast)

Day 7: Return Flight & Homeward Departure

  • Enjoy a leisurely morning breakfast overlooking the ocean or tropical gardens.
  • Included lodge transfer to Príncipe Airport for your scheduled domestic flight back to São Tomé.
  • Met on arrival in São Tomé and transferred to Omali Lodge, where dayroom facilities allow you to freshen up, relax by the pool, and dine before your evening transatlantic flight to Lisbon and home.

Why This Journey Works

Zero Driving, Zero Effort

You never touch a car key. Every airport transfer and island excursion is handled by professional lodge drivers and guides in dedicated vehicles.

The Perfect Week-Long Escape

Ideal for couples, honeymooners, or travellers pairing a mainland safari or European city break with a week of barefoot luxury.

Complete Peace of Mind

São Tomé and Príncipe is one of Africa's safest, most stable island nations, free from tourist crowds, hassle, or security concerns.

Direct Transatlantic Links

Seamless connections from New York, Boston, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco, and London via TAP Air Portugal into Lisbon.

Local On-Island Management

Based permanently on the island, our team coordinates your domestic flight bookings, monitors your transfers, and provides direct on-the-ground support throughout your stay.

Transparent Seasonal Pricing

Prices are land-only, based on two guests sharing, with breakfast, return airport transfers on both islands, lodge guided experiences, and the mandatory €25 per person per night Conservation & Communities Contribution (CCC) included.

Low Season

Dates: 01/03–19/03 · 06/04–30/06 · 01/10–30/11

With Hotel Belo Monte (Garden View Room)

€3,190 total for two (€1,595 per person)

With Hotel Bom Bom (Pool Bungalow)

€3,790 total for two (€1,895 per person)

With Hotel Sundy Praia (1-Bedroom Forest Villa)

€4,690 total for two (€2,345 per person)

High Season

Dates: 08/01–28/02 · 20/03–05/04 · 01/07–30/09 · 01/12–07/01/28

With Hotel Belo Monte (Garden View Room)

€3,790 total for two (€1,895 per person)

With Hotel Bom Bom (Pool Bungalow)

€4,490 total for two (€2,245 per person)

With Hotel Sundy Praia (1-Bedroom Forest Villa)

€5,690 total for two (€2,845 per person)

International flights and the domestic inter-island flights are booked separately and are not included in these figures.

What Is Included

  • 1 Night at Omali Lodge (São Tomé), Premier Room with breakfast
  • 5 Nights on Príncipe at your chosen sanctuary (Belo Monte, Bom Bom, or Sundy Praia), with breakfast
  • Dayroom / Evening access at Omali Lodge on Day 7 prior to international departure
  • Conservation & Communities Contribution (CCC) of €25 per person per night on Príncipe
  • Daily shared guided morning experiences on Príncipe organised by your lodge
  • Welcome massage for adults (included with Sundy Praia stays)
  • All airport transfers on both São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Direct on-island management and local coordination throughout

Optional Inclusions

  • Half-Board Dinner Package: Available across all properties on request.

Prefer to choose the lodge later? Enquire with your dates and we will price all three sanctuaries for that week.

Early booking offer

Book more than 90 days ahead, take 5% off

Reserve any Signature Tour more than 90 days before your arrival date and we take 5% off the published land-only price for two. Tell us your dates and the discount is applied to the quotation before anything is confirmed.

At 5% off: €3,190 becomes €3,030.50 for two (€1,515.25 per person).

Applies to the published low-season total with Belo Monte. The discount is worked out separately and never changes the price shown above.

Enquire About This Sanctuary

Tell us your dates, which sanctuary you prefer and how many are travelling. We check live availability with the lodge, confirm the season and send the full trip in writing before you commit.

The domestic São Tomé to Príncipe flight is booked separately, but we can check the schedule and hold the connection around your dates.

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Sanctuaries: Hotel Belo Monte, Hotel Bom Bom, Hotel Sundy Praia. Read more about Belo Monte, Bom Bom and Sundy Praia.