Center Road São Tomé

The Center Road São Tomé excursion invites you to explore the island’s breathtaking mountain landscapes, lush botanical gardens, cascading waterfalls, and rich coffee plantations. From the very first stop, the Center Road São Tomé excursion immerses you in São Tomé’s natural beauty and cultural heritage, offering a perfect combination of adventure and relaxation.

Explore the Botanical Garden

Begin your journey at the enchanting Botanical Garden, a paradise of endemic, medicinal, and ornamental plants. Discover stunning species like the Parrot’s Beak and delicate Porcelain Roses. Walking through the garden, you’ll connect with the island’s unique flora while enjoying vibrant colors and aromatic scents.

Visit Saint Nicholas Waterfall

Next, venture to the majestic Saint Nicholas Waterfall. Here, you can capture unforgettable photos and embrace the soothing sounds of cascading water. The lush surroundings provide a serene atmosphere, perfect for pausing and reflecting on São Tomé’s natural wonders.

Lunch options

After the waterfall, enjoy a semi-gastronomic lunch at either Efraim or Almada Negreiros, restaurants that celebrate the avant-garde artistry of their namesake. Relish fresh local ingredients, beautifully presented dishes, and a cozy atmosphere that highlights the island’s culinary creativity (you may select one option during the check out process).

Options and Not Included in the Excursion: Lunch is optional and not included in the excursion price. Guests may also select optional activities such as a hike to Amelia Lagoon or a coffee workshop.

Discover Coffee at Roça Monte Café

No visit would be complete without exploring the Coffee Museum at Roça Monte Café. Delight in tasting locally sourced organic Arabica, Robusta, and blended coffees. Then, admire the thriving coffee trees at Nova Moca Plantation, growing at 800 meters under a refreshing canopy of shade-trees, creating a sensory and educational experience.

Optional Activities:

• Hike to Amelia Lagoon for refreshing swims and scenic photo opportunities.

• Participate in a Coffee Workshop to learn cultivation, roasting, and brewing techniques.

(All optional activities enjoy a 20% discount, selectable during check-out.)

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Note for mobile users:

Do not forget to explore the tabs below: Image Gallery for photos of the excursion, Trip Outline for the details of the usual stops and sightseeing, Booking to choose your date and available options, What’s Included, and What’s Not Included.

Our excursions are private, and you can customize your itinerary. Just ask your guide if you have any questions!

Itineraries

ABOUT 8:45 - 9:00 AM

MEET WITH YOUR GUIDE

Meeting at your hotel or downtown.
Departure time can be earlier if requested
in advance (from the capital), please confirm
meeting place and time during the
booking process.

TRINIDADE

Drive by Trinidade, the biggest city in the center of the island

BATEPA MONUMENT

A stele erected in memory of the 1953 Batepá massacre.

ROÇA BOM SUCESSO

Take a walk in a coffee plantation and observe coffee trees, flowers, and fruits (according to the season).

BOTANICAL GARDEN

ECOFAC Project. Discover endemic, ornamental, and medicinal plants with the local guides of the Botanical Garden

ST NICHOLAS WATERFALL

Visit the famous symbol of São Tomé and jump in for a quick refreshing bath, if you dare !

LUNCH TIME

Choose the lunch place on the spot, or pre-reserve with us during the check out process.

VISIT ROÇA MONTE CAFÉ

Discover the organization of the largest coffee plantation in São Tomé.

REMAINS FROM THE PAST

Check the old dryers and  the small train that some claim to be in an Indiana Jones movie...!

VISIT THE MUSEUM OF COFFEE

ORGANIC COFFEE

Enjoy a cup of local organic coffee !

MILAGROSA WATERFALL

If the schedule allows, your guide will take you to a beautiful hidden double waterfall..

END OF THE EXCURSION

Transfer back to your hotel.
Excursions end before sunset
(to avoid night driving).

Our Excursions Always include:

• Local Experienced Guide
  • Please inform us in advance of your preferred language
• 4x4 Tourism Vehicle & Fuel
• Napkins & 70% Alcohol (for washing hands)
• Mineral Water and Local Snacks
• All Visit Fees and Small Expenses
  
  

This Excursion specifically includes:

• Botanical garden (visit fee)
• Visit of Roça Monte Café (visit fee)
• Museum of Coffee  (ticket fee)
• Coffee tasting 
• Local raspberries (if available)

The following items are not included:

• Meals (unless selected during the check-out process)
• Tips for local guides
• Other expenses