Tour to South of Island + Rolas Island+ Tour Center

Day 01:  Sao Tome Arrival at 5: 00 PM

Welcome to Sao Tome. Arrival at the Airport. Transfer to Hotel and rest overnight at the Hotel.

Meals Included: None

Day 02: Half Day City Tour

After breakfast get ready for Tour to South of Island + Rolas Island. On the way we will stop at almost all tourist points, colonial roças, waterfalls, beautiful beaches, where our guests are invited to enter the water in order to delights of all great things of this small country. For lunch we leave as an option for our customer’s two great restaurants in the city of Angolares (the famous Roca Sao Joao restaurant with Chef Joao Carlos silva) and the beautiful restaurant Mionga.

We recommend our clients to bring with them a water, beach towel, beachwear and a smile.

We’ll take care of the rest.

Tour Description:

Departure at 9:00 am from Hotel, Passage through the City of Santana, capital of the District of Cantagalo, former company Agua Izeand Stop at Boca de Inferno to visit this Geological Heritage, Stop to bathe in one of chosen beaches (Praia Grande, Seven Waves or Micondo;) Passage through the City of Angolares; Stop in Ribeira Peixe Farm to visit Waterfall Mioba and stop in different points for observation of most amazing geological Heritage of Sao Tome, the Pico Cao Grande Includes: Car + Fuel + guide +lunch at Roca Sao Joao. Return to Sao Tome city at 4:30 p.m. overnight at the hotel.

Meals Included: Breakfast.

Day 03: Tour Center + Lunch at Almada Negreiros

After breakfast get ready for tour this tour was prepared for those who want to breathe the pure air and feel the lung of São Tome (The Obo – Primary forest). We will visit and feel the Obo and the old colonial farms that they stood out essentially in the production of coffee. In this tour we give the client the possibility of adding some extra activities that can make this tour more complete. For lunch we leave as an option for our customers to choose where to lunch. We recommend our clients to bring with them a water, beach towel, beachwear and a smile. We’ll take care of the rest.

Tour Description:

Departure at 8:30 am from São Tomé city or another agreed place; Passage through the City of Trindade, batepa and stop at Roca Monte Café. Optional: In Monte cafe we will visit de Museum of Coffee and some plantation (Extra cost can be applied) Visit Waterfall Sao nicolau. Visit Obo Park Lunch at one of suggest restaurant (Not included in the base price); (Almada Negreiros Restaurant & Museum or Alei Shop Restaurant at Monte Café) Return to Sao Tome city at 4:00 p.m. Duration: 8 hours. Recommended Start time: 8:30 am. Includes: Driver/Guide, Car, and Fuel.

Extra Excursions that we can add: ***

(i) Visit to Roca Bombaim and their waterfall – 10€/person

Note: Adding some extras may make it impossible for us to complete the full main tour.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 04: Departure

Today, after breakfast it is time to say goodbye. Check out and transfer to the airport for your return flight back home.

Meals Included: Breakfast

End of Services…………………………………..

• 03 Nights Hotel stay as per selected hotel
• Bed & Breakfast
• Round trip TMS airport transfers on Pvt basis
• Tour to south of Island + Rolas Island
• Tour to Center
• One day Lunch at almada Negreiros
• One day Lunch at Roça São Joao
• Car + Fuel + Guide

• Anything not mentioned in “Package Inclusions”
• Domestic and International Airfare, Train Fare, Travel Visa & Travel Insurance & Medical Premium, Medical tests, etc.
• Individually extended accommodation, sightseeing, transfers, excursions pre, post or on tour.
• Cost of Optional activities
• OK to board for the airline (if applicable)
• Meals other specified in the itinerary

Travel & Medical Insurance Charges:

It is Traveller’s responsibility to obtain and be in possession of the comprehensive travel and cancellation insurance, including medical insurance with provision for air evacuation, insurance in case of accidents, sudden sickness, medical expenses or death, before embarking on a tour. Our company is neither responsible nor liable for any claims, damage or loss as a result of Client’s failing to obtain necessary insurance cover.

We are however, happy to provide you travel insurance as per the plan you select which can offer you comprehensive coverage at highly competitive costs.

Age limit to provide Insurance – Up to 75 years. For Insurance, all rates given are per person in USD.

Current Exclusion:

• To & from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Nepal & Bangladesh.
• From India (However to India (Inbound) is allowed).

Insurance fees once paid is totally non-refundable. For further details you can check with us on insurance@solidarityinvest.com

*Disclaimer: Please do check with our Branch / Authorised representative about the latest requirement as visa requirement / fees / travel insurance charges are dynamic and subject to change. The consulate at their discretion may ask for additional documents also for visa processing. Visa issuance is purely at the discretion of the consulate and not us.

PAYMENT TERMS:

• 50% payment at the time of confirmation
• Balance 50% within 10 days of confirmation or travel date whichever is earlier.

We accept payments via bank transfer/Debit & Credit cards also. In case of a bank transfer please add USD 30 per transfer per time you transfer.

TERM AND CONDITIONS: 

• Disclaimer: In view of the COVID19 situation we retain the right to adjust rates based on any changes to current operational or capacity restrictions imposed by Governments or other Authorities.
• We reserve all rights. All rooms, rates and services are subject to availability at the time of confirmation. Rates are subject to change at the time of confirmation.
• Standard check-in time at the hotel is normally 1500 hrs. and check-out 12 Noon. (Please check with the hotel for the same)
• Early check-in, late check-out is solely based on the discretion of the hotel and not guaranteed unless paid for.
• We reserve the rights to reschedule the itinerary or routing.
• Unused inclusions in a tour package are non-refundable.
• Tours will be seat in coach basis or SIC basis (Unless mentioned otherwise) where guests have to reach on time at designated pick up point.
• Any delays from your side are considered a no show.
• No refund applicable in case of no show.
• Rates are not valid during any trade fair periods, Major European Holidays, Events & festivals and blackout dates.
• Most of the Hotels may ask for a security deposit at the time of check-in, which is refundable at the time of check-out and is subject to the hotel’s policy.
• All rates are net and per person for the package.
• Rates for the extra night, if given are per person per night.
• Child rates apply for children aged from 2 to 11 years old. One child sharing a room with two adults (depending on hotel policy).
• Most hotels in Europe have occupancy policy per room. They will generally not allow more than 03 people in one room (based on the room size).
• If the hotel doesn’t have availability for family rooms, adult rates will apply for child also.
• We will endeavour to match the rates quoted in the packages.
• If certain entrances are closed during certain periods, alternative entrances will be provided.
• In view of the current situation, please be advised that whilst the information and rates quoted are correct as of today’s date – we retain the right to adjust rates based on any changes to current operational or capacity restrictions imposed by Governments or other Authorities.
• Any damages caused whilst on tour shall be borne (paid or settled) locally by the client, we will not be liable for the same.

Visa Requirement and Charges:

Please check online or with our authorised representative if Travel visa is required to visit our country. It is your responsibility to submit all relevant documents and obtain a legal travel visa (as per requirement) before you travel.

In case your tour is cancelled or curtailed short due to visa issues, we will be unable to provide you any refund of the tour cost.

For E-Visa, we are happy to provide you the visa requirement charges and documents required at highly competitive rates on our portal: https://www.visadone.com

You may click the above link and check the details there*

For Sticker Visa, please check with our local branch for the costing, documents required and approximate processing time.

Above 12 years Child will be considered on adult rates only.

Points to Note:

Please do note that the below points are shared with you for your reference only. Please use them at your own discretion.

Your Health: It is your (Traveller’s) responsibility is to ensure that you are in good health and medically fit to undertake safari tour. If the tour passes through the malaria area, precautionary treatment is advised. Consultation with medical practitioner/doctor and obtaining prophylactic and precautionary anti-malaria treatment is necessary.

Local Currency: Sao Tomean Dobra (STN)

As on 23 Nov 2022 1 USD = 23.8802 STN Sao Tomean Dobras approximately.

• Banks and foreign exchange bureaus are available at capital cities.
• Most hotels and lodges accept Visa and MasterCard.
• In addition to credit cards, travellers should bring US dollars cash. Small denominations are recommended.
• US dollars are widely accepted; however older or high denomination notes may not be accepted.

Helpful items for your packing list:

• Light weight shirts/blouses with long sleeves as protection from the sun and mosquitos
• T-shirts / Shorts / Jeans or safari trousers / Pajamas / Socks /Underwear
• A light weight water-proof jacket
• Comfortable walking shoes/sneakers / Comfortable walking sandals or flip flops for warmer days
• A wide brimmed hat with under-chin tie to prevent it from flying away
  Swimsuit
• A warm windproof jacket (winter) / A fleece jacket that will go under the warm jacket (winter) /A warm polo neck shirt (winter) A beanie (winter)
• Gloves (winter) / A warm scarf (winter)
• Sunglasses / Spare prescription eye glasses/contact lenses
  Binoculars
• Cameras and related paraphernalia like lenses etc and plenty of memory cards and spare batteries
• A small powerful flashlight and extra batteries
• Travel alarm clock / Small purse size umbrella can come in handy
• Small lint roller / A light packable backpack or tote to carry equipment and stuff on game vehicles
• A supply of Ziploc bags in different sizes may come in handy for dust or water proofing cameras, wet bathing suits etc.
• Chargers for cell phones, iPads, cameras, computers and you may want to invest in a mini travel charger surge protector with dual USB ports and five charging outlets.

Photography: Please be sure to bring sufficient memory cards and batteries as these are not readily available in Sao Tome and Principe. Please ask permission before taking a photograph of any residents.

• Please be advised that the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones) is not allowed in any of the conservation areas we manage until such time as their impact on wildlife and anti-poaching initiatives can be assessed. This rule will apply throughout Africa, as our partners in various countries and regions have adopted a similar stance.

Climate: São Tomé features a tropical wet and dry climate (Köppen As), although it is not far above a semi-arid climate (BSh) due to the influence of the cold Benguela Current, which makes even the wettest months drier than would be expected for such a low latitude but at the same time makes the city very cloudy and foggy even during the almost rainless dry season mid-year. The city has a relatively lengthy wet season from October through May and a short dry season. São Tomé sees on average just under 900 mm (35 in) of rainfall per year. Temperatures in the city are relatively constant, with average high temperatures usually around 30 °C (86 °F) and average low temperatures around 22 °C (71.6 °F).São Tomé features a tropical wet and dry climate (Köppen As), although it is not far above a semi-arid climate (BSh) due to the influence of the cold Benguela Current, which makes even the wettest months drier than would be expected for such a low latitude but at the same time makes the city very cloudy and foggy even during the almost rainless dry season mid-year. The city has a relatively lengthy wet season from October through May and a short dry season. São Tomé sees on average just under 900 mm (35 in) of rainfall per year. Temperatures in the city are relatively constant, with average high temperatures usually around 30 °C (86 °F) and average low temperatures around 22 °C (71.6 °F).