Local guide walking through the dense Príncipe forest

Signature experiences

Rainforest to Ocean Trail

~2.5 hours, hiking, available all year

Beginning at Roça Sundy, this guided hike meanders through historic forest and lush rainforest, revealing the agroforestry landscapes that define Príncipe’s natural heritage. Descending towards the coast, you emerge onto a secluded, hidden beach, where a refreshing swim and a specially prepared light snack await.

The experience concludes with a leisurely walk along the shoreline to Sundy Beach.

Includes: Guided hike, snack, swimming

Hand holding a fresh coconut, Príncipe Island

Príncipe weaver perched on a branch in the forest, Príncipe Island

Illustration of a dark blue kingfisher bird from the Príncipe Collection Hotels.

Buttress roots of a towering tree surrounded by palms in the rainforest, Príncipe Island

Rocky coastline with palm trees and breaking waves seen from the sea, Príncipe Island

Close-up of a green tropical leaf with visible veins, Príncipe Island

Turquoise footprint on beige background as a print at Sundy Praia

Person walking on the beach at Praia Boi on Príncipe Island

Plant sprout with blurred rainforest background on Príncipe Island.

Two hikers in a lush jungle on Príncipe Island

Hand holding a fresh coconut, Príncipe Island

Príncipe weaver perched on a branch in the forest, Príncipe Island

Illustration of a dark blue kingfisher bird from the Príncipe Collection Hotels.

Buttress roots of a towering tree surrounded by palms in the rainforest, Príncipe Island

Rocky coastline with palm trees and breaking waves seen from the sea, Príncipe Island

Close-up of a green tropical leaf with visible veins, Príncipe Island

Turquoise footprint on beige background as a print at Sundy Praia

Person walking on the beach at Praia Boi on Príncipe Island

Plant sprout with blurred rainforest background on Príncipe Island.

Two hikers in a lush jungle on Príncipe Island

Santo António harbour with colonial buildings and a red and white lighthouse, Príncipe Island

Southern Príncipe Discovery

~3 hours, car and light walking

Includes: Transportation, short guided walks, visit to a local fishing village.

Hiker on a trail walking through a lush jungle toward Praia Margarida

Parrot Peak Summit Trail

~6 hours, hiking, full day, available in the dry season

Hand holding a cracked-open cacao fruit

The Cacao Route

~2 hours, half day light walking, available all year

Includes: Guided plantation walk, visit to the drying area, chocolate factory presentation and tasting.

Aerial view of a person floating in the waters of Oque Pipi Waterfall

Oquê Pipi Waterfall Trail

~4 hours, hiking half day, available all year

Includes: Transfer to and from the trail, guided walk, swimming.

Local man in a hat and jeans weaving baskets on Príncipe Island.

Príncipe Island Discovery

~3 hours, car and light walking, available all year

Includes: Transportation, short informative walks, visit to local artisans.

Mystic trail through the dense forest in Príncipe Island.

Ribeira Izé Lost City Trail

~3 hours, hiking, available all year

Includes: Guided walk.

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