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Things to do in São Tomé and Príncipe

Two volcanic islands on the equator with rainforest, cocoa plantations and empty beaches.

Things to do in São Tomé and Príncipe

Top 6 adventures in São Tomé and Príncipe

  1. 01

    See Pico Cão Grande

    A needle-shaped volcanic plug towering hundreds of metres above the forest.

    Expedition
  2. 02

    Dive and watch humpbacks

    Reef dives, plus humpback whales from July to September.

    Diving & marine life
  3. 03

    Stand on the equator

    A marker on the small island of Ilhéu das Rolas.

    Expedition
  4. 04

    Tour the old cocoa roças

    Historic plantations, some still producing chocolate.

    Expedition
  5. 05

    Turtle nesting season

    Sea turtles nest on the beaches from November to February.

    Wildlife
  6. 06

    Skydive over Príncipe

    A tandem jump above a UNESCO biosphere reserve island.

    Skydiving

São Tomé and Príncipe trip facts

Region
Africa
Capital
São Tomé
Gateway
São Tomé
Best time to go
June to September
We can arrange
Skydiving, Expedition, Diving & marine life, Wildlife

Skydiving in São Tomé and Príncipe

Skydiving in São Tomé and Príncipe starts with one question: where do you want to land? Tell us the spot and we handle the rest — aircraft, instructors, video and permits. First jump or five hundredth, our professional athletes and instructors build the day around you.

Top jump idea: Skydive over Príncipe.

How skydiving with us works

Sky shows & events in São Tomé and Príncipe

Make your next event in São Tomé and Príncipe unforgettable. Our athletes can jump into stadiums, beaches, festivals and private celebrations carrying a giant flag with your logo. You get the show, the crowd and the footage.

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Private expeditions in São Tomé and Príncipe

Want the ultimate trip in São Tomé and Príncipe? We design it around you: the activities, the pace and the people. A dedicated expedition lead meets you in São Tomé and stays with you, with close protection, private aviation and medical cover wherever you need it.

How expeditions work

Build a dropzone in São Tomé and Príncipe

Governments, resorts and entrepreneurs bring us in to launch skydiving where it doesn't exist yet. In São Tomé and Príncipe we'd start with a site and airspace survey, then handle approvals, aircraft, gear, crew and training — and either run it for you or hand it over.

Dropzone in a box

FAQ

São Tomé and Príncipe adventure FAQ

Can I go skydiving in São Tomé and Príncipe?

Yes. We arrange tandem skydives for first-timers and fun jumps for licensed skydivers in São Tomé and Príncipe. If there's no established dropzone where you want to jump, we can bring the aircraft, equipment and instructors and work with the local aviation authority on approvals.

What are the best things to do in São Tomé and Príncipe?

Top picks include See Pico Cão Grande, Dive and watch humpbacks and Stand on the equator. We can combine them into one private trip, handled end to end.

When is the best time to visit São Tomé and Príncipe for adventure activities?

For most activities, the best window is June to September. We match your dates to the right activities and weather.

How do I get to São Tomé and Príncipe?

Most trips start in São Tomé. From there we take care of transfers, private flights or helicopters, stays and permits.

Can you organize a skydiving show for an event in São Tomé and Príncipe?

Yes. Our athletes can jump into festivals, stadiums, launches and private celebrations in São Tomé and Príncipe, landing with your flag or logo. We handle the landing-area survey, airspace permits and safety plan.

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