Located in the Gulf of Guinea lies a pristine group of islands, largely undisturbed by tourists and home to verdant rainforests and powdery white beaches where a multitude of endemic species thrive. São Tomé and Príncipe is Africa’s second smallest country, with Príncipe and its surrounding marine habitats designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2012 in recognition of the precious nature of the region’s ecosystems.
"Glimpse these enormous mammals up close breaching and frolicking in the warm tropical waters."
It is here in the balmy shallow waters that humpback whales migrate from Antarctica to breed every summer. Prepare for enthralling encounters with these graceful marine giants during our exclusive whale-watching experience. It’s ideal if you can plan your visit between July and September when the humpbacks arrive to mate. Glimpse these enormous mammals up close breaching and frolicking in the warm tropical waters, or if you’re lucky spot whales and dolphins from the shoreline cutting through the glistening waves.
Alternatively, if you’re planning to visit between November and April, we can provide a unique opportunity to spend time with local scientists, assisting in the monitoring of female sea turtles laying their eggs on the beaches of Principe. Learn all about the turtles, why they are endangered and how you can play a key role in their conservation.
No trip to São Tomé and Príncipe is complete without observing the humpback whales or turtles thriving in this tranquil habitat; an immersive experience that enriches your appreciation of marine life on these paradise islands.
