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Equatorial islands off the map

São Tomé & Príncipe

Two tiny equatorial islands in the Gulf of Guinea — jungle-clad volcanic peaks, cocoa plantations, and empty palm beaches well off the tourist map.

— · — — °C Best: Jun–Sep (dry · cooler)

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The volcanic needle of Pico Cão Grande spiking from the rainforest

A forest road on the pristine biosphere island of Príncipe

Worker quarters of a colonial-era roça (cocoa estate)

Capital

São Tomé

Language

Portuguese

Currency

STN (Dobra)

Power

230 V · plug type C, F

Best time

Jun–Sep (dry · cooler)

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Icons of São Tomé

What makes São Tomé, São Tomé

Volcanic Spires

Cocoa Country

Rainforest Biosphere

On the Equator

Palm Beaches

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Gear up

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Plan & book

Get to São Tomé and Príncipe & get around

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Do & see

Things to do in São Tomé and Príncipe

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Before you go

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Where to go

Notable places in São Tomé & Príncipe

The volcanic needle of Pico Cão Grande spiking from the rainforest

Pico Cão Grande

A spectacular needle of volcanic rock spiking out of the rainforest.

A forest road on the pristine biosphere island of Príncipe

Príncipe

A UNESCO biosphere island of pristine forest, bays, and eco-lodges.

Worker quarters of a colonial-era roça (cocoa estate)

Roça plantations

Atmospheric colonial-era cocoa estates turned guesthouses.

The big picture

About São Tomé & Príncipe

Two tiny equatorial islands in the Gulf of Guinea — jungle-clad volcanic peaks, cocoa plantations, and empty palm beaches well off the tourist map.

Source: Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0

Fishing pirogues drawn up on a palm-fringed São Tomé beach

Before you fly

Visa info

São Tomé visa: Many nationalities enter visa-free or use a simple e-Visa for up to 15 days. Check current rules.

Visa rules change frequently. Always confirm with the official Santomean immigration authorities for your nationality before booking flights.

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