Green Season – Príncipe at its greenest

At Príncipe Collection Hotels, we are dedicated to providing a stress-free experience from the moment you land. We understand that travel can be exhausting, so we make it easier for you by including all transfers to and from the airports in both São Tomé and Príncipe Islands, ensuring a smooth journey throughout your stay.

Inclusive Airport Transfers

Whether you are arriving at São Tomé International Airport (TMS) or Príncipe Airport (PCP), our reliable shuttle services will be waiting for you. No need to worry about transportation logistics or haggling with taxis – we’ve got it all covered.

• A domestic flight from São Tomé International Airport to Príncipe Island currently runs on a daily basis (except on Tuesdays);
• The maximum baggage allowance on the domestic flight is 15kg (33 lbs) per person.
• These flights must be booked directly on the Afrijet or  STP Airways website.

São Tomé benefits from good international connections:

• From Lisbon, Portugal: TAP Portugal or STP Airways.
• From Accra, Ghana: TAP Portugal. This connects with several flights from the USA, Dubai and other European and African hubs.
• From Libreville, Gabon: Afrijet. This connects with the Air France flight from Paris.
• Other connections may also be available through Angola, Luanda on TAAG Airlines (with connections to South Africa and Windhoek, Namibia).

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During all times of year, loose, light-fitting clothing in natural fibres (cotton and linen) or synthetic fabrics that breathe are recommended. In the evening, a sweatshirt or cover-up may be useful and we advise wearing long sleeved items to combat mosquitoes. A light raincoat or jacket is suggested for all times of year. We also recommend bringing a reusable water bottle to cut down on plastic waste.

• Beach days: Swimming costume/suit and beach wear. A good sunscreen, sun hat and sunglasses.
• Forest days: Comfortable walking shoes (e.g., sneakers, trail running sneakers, sturdy hiking sandals) that can get wet. Comfortable walking clothes, including long hiking/walking trousers and a small day backpack.
• Walking in the rainforest: Make sure you are wearing covered footwear with a good grip, especially following wet weather, as trails can become slippery. Keep your shoes on and skin covered to avoid unwanted bites.

The official currency is the São Tomé and Príncipe Dobra (STN), but you can also use the Euro. Only Visa credit cards are widely accepted, although Mastercard can also be used at the Príncipe Collection hotels. It’s recommended to carry cash if you venture outside the hotels.

São Tomé and Príncipe is a year-round destination, offering something special in every season. 

The dry season from June to September brings cooler temperatures and minimal rainfall – perfect for hiking rainforest trails to breathtaking waterfalls, bird watching, whale watching in August and September, and exploring by kayak. 

December to February is ideal for sun-seekers, with warm days for relaxing on pristine beaches, snorkelling in crystal-clear waters, and turtle watching during the nesting and hatching season. 

The lush green season, from March to May and from October to November, transforms the islands into a vibrant paradise – an excellent time for nature lovers, when the waterfalls are more abundant and the vegetation becomes lush.

Visa requirements are not the same for all travellers so please read the below information carefully.

• Visas are not required for travellers from UK, USA, Canada, the EU and CPLP (Community of Portuguese Speaking Countries) if staying in the country for fewer than 15 days. 
• A valid Schengen visa or a valid visa for the USA (that is present in the passport) also entitles the holder to the visa waiving program.
• All other nationalities currently require a visa.
• Visas must be obtained before arrival in São Tomé and Príncipe, through the online visa portal.

• If the online service is used, documents should be printed and presented at the border. Please note there is a € 20 fee on arrival at São Tomé airport, payable in cash, for everyone who requires a visa, whether or not an online application has been completed.