Explore São Tomé’s Colonial Plantations and Heritage

Discover the Road of the Roças excursion and explore the colonial plantations of São Tomé. This journey immerses you in history, architecture, cocoa culture, and the life of the communities that still inhabit these historic plantation villages.

Roça Bela Vista 

Your experience begins at Roça Bela Vista, an inhabited plantation village with well-preserved colonial buildings.
(Note: “Roça” is pronounced raw-saa, due to the softened “c” with a cedilla.)

Roça Agostinho Neto 

Continue to Roça Agostinho Neto, once the largest cocoa plantation in São Tomé and Príncipe. Walk along its iconic paved avenue and visit the old hospital building, learning about the island’s cocoa production past.

Optional: Stop at the Blue Lagoon to enjoy its crystal-clear turquoise waters.

Roça Rio Leça

Explore this tranquil small plantation with inhabited buildings and lush natural surroundings, perfect for photography and quiet observation.

Lunch Break in Neves

Pause for a relaxing lunch in Neves, a coastal town known for its fresh dishes and ocean views.

Roça Ponta Figo – Community and Plantation Village Life

Visit Roça Ponta Figo, a lively plantation village with a charming square and welcoming atmosphere, still very active and lived in.

Roça Generosa – Mountain Views and Cocoa Processing

At Roça Generosa, located in the highlands, you may have the chance to see cocoa fermentation and drying, depending on harvest season.

Roça Monte Forte

Continue to Roça Monte Forte, home to a cocoa cooperative and São Tomé’s first agrotourism farm, supporting sustainable development and local communities.

Roça Diogo Vaz & Roça Santa Catarina

The Road of the Roças excursion concludes at Roça Diogo Vaz, with beautifully restored buildings and a stunning view of São Tomé Peak.
Finally, at Roça Santa Catarina, explore ancestral structures set high above the ocean—a peaceful and scenic end to your day.

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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.

ROÇA BELA VISTA

An inhabited farm village with colonial buildings.

ROÇA AGOSTINHO NETO

Visit the former largest cocoa plantation, known for its famous paved avenue and hospital. Also know as Roça Rio Douro

ROÇA RIO LEÇA

Experience a beautiful small-scale plantation with inhabited buildings and gardens.

LUNCH TIME

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

ROÇA PONTA FIGO

Discover this populous area with a charming central square.

ROÇA GENEROSA

Although it has lost its main building,
it remains a vibrant and active community.

ROÇA MONTE FORTE

ROÇA DIOGO VAZ

Still in operation, this site boasts beautifully
renovated buildings and a view of the São Tomé peak.

ROÇA SANTA CATARINA

Explore ancient buildings on the hill of Santa Catarina
with a beautiful view of the ocean.

BLUE LAGOON

If schedules permits, you may stop at Blue Lagoon for sightseeing or a quick swim !

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

The following items are not included:

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