Center Road

Embark on a Luxurious Mountain Adventure: Botanical Garden, Waterfall, and Coffee Plantation

Begin your unforgettable journey at the enchanting Botanical Garden, where you will immerse yourself in the diverse and captivating flora of the island. From endemic species to medicinal and ornamental plants, this garden is a paradise of botanical wonders. Have you ever encountered the stunning Parrot's Beak and delicate Porcelain Roses?

As you continue, indulge in the sweet taste of freshly picked raspberries, thoughtfully gathered by local children. Next, venture to the majestic Saint Nicholas Waterfall, where you can capture breathtaking moments with your camera and embrace the natural beauty of the surroundings. Afterward, treat yourself to a tantalizing semi-gastronomic lunch at either Efraim or Almada Negreiros. These establishments pay homage to the eponymous artist, a trailblazer in the avant-garde and futurist movements of the early 20th century. Some of his captivating artwork is thoughtfully displayed within the restaurant.

A must-visit destination on your tour is the Coffee Museum at Roça Monte Café. Delight your senses with a tasting of locally sourced organic coffee. Savor the distinct flavors of Arabica, Robusta, and expertly blended coffee, creating a sensory experience like no other. As you journey further, take a moment to revel in the beauty of Nova Moca Plantation, where coffee trees thrive amidst the refreshing canopy of high shade-trees, situated at an altitude of 800 meters.

Embrace the allure of these picturesque landscapes and savor every moment of this unforgettable tour, where nature's treasures and the art of coffee blend harmoniously for an enriching experience."

Our Excursions Always include:

• Local Experienced Guide (please inform us in advance of preferred language)
• 4x4 tourism vehicle & fuel
• Mineral Water and local Snacks
• Napkins & 70% alcohol (for washing hands)
• All visit fees and small expenses
  
  

This Excursion specifically includes:

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

The following items are not included:

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

The excursions are private, and the itineraries are flexible. Don't hesitate to ask your guide!

Itineraries

START OF ACTIVITY

Meet with your guide

Meeting at your hotel or downtown.
Departure time is usually 8:35 am (from the capital), please confirm meeting place and time.

BOTANICAL GARDEN

ECOFAC Project

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

BOM SUCESSO COFFEE PLANTATION

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

ST NICHOLAS WATERFALL

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

LUNCH TIME

Gastronomic break !?

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

MUSEUM OF COFFEE

Learn about colonial history and coffee production.

VISIT ROÇA MONTE CAFÉ

Discover the organization of the largest coffee plantation in São Tomé. You may also see the small train that some claim to be in an Indiana Jones movie...!

END OF THE DAY

Hotel Drop-off

Excursions end before sunset (to avoid night driving).