BOM BOM PRINCIPE

Bom Bom, idyllic private island

Bom Bom Island is a small island to the north of Príncipe, a natural wonder, an unspoilt place, far from the beaten track. Luxurious wooden bungalows blend into an untouched tropical garden, offering a total change of scenery. Drenched in an ocean of greenery, it is a pure and unspoilt land, rich in its wild, natural beauty, which seems to emerge from nowhere in the middle of the vast expanse of the sea. Surrounded by a lavish garden, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean or simply at the water's edge, 19 Creole-style wooden bungalows promise a most tropical atmosphere. A romantic stroll along a footbridge suspended above the sea will lead you to the restaurant, where the intoxicating flavours of traditional cuisine, made exclusively from local produce and fresh ingredients, mingle. You might even cross paths with turtles passing along the beach or witness the fascinating spectacle of whales venturing close to the coast.

STYLE

An African tropical scented lodge

SITUATION

On a small private island north of Príncipe island

CAPACITY

19 bungalows with garden, pool or beach view

HIGHLIGHTS

The isolation of São Tomé and Príncipe makes it an unspoiled and authentic destination where cocoa is the main natural resource

THE EXPERIENCES

  • On Earth: 4x4 exploration of Príncipe Island and plantations, turtle watching, bird watching, hiking, village visits
  • By the sea: Diving, snorkelling, boat trip, paddleboarding, dugout canoe
  • Swimming pool

THE EXTRAORDINARY

The primary forest covers 70% of the island, home to 700 varieties of flowers and orchids. Venture into Príncipe’s lush, multi-coloured vegetation – a jungle home to astonishing flora and endemic animal species – a unique and special place for nature lovers.

ETHICS

Bom Bom Principe is the first African hotel to have received «Biosphere Responsible Tourism» certification. It is part of «Trust Principe», an association that works for the protection of biodiversity and participates in community initiatives. The hotel has also been behind a water and waste recycling project since 2013.