Tour to the coffee and cocoa plantations off São Tomé

Map of the Tour

The main stops of the tour

• São Tome City -Mercado Municipal
• Bela Vista
• Boa Entrada
• Monte Cafe
• Casa Museu Almada Negreiros
• Saint Nicholas Waterfall
• Nova Moca - Claudio Corallo coffee plantation

Suggested stops of this tour

Sao Tome city - Mercado Municipal – The Starting Point:Begin your sojourn in the vibrant heart of São Tomé, the Mercado Municipal. Though not directly linked to coffee, this bustling marketplace offers an introduction to the island's agricultural heartbeat. It hums with the activity of daily life, with locals vending colorful fruits, vegetables, and spices that hint at São Tomé's rich culinary traditions.

Roça Bela Vista – A Colonial Marvel:Travel back in time to Roça Bela Vista, an estate that retains its late 19th-century splendor. As you wander the grounds, imagine life as it once was, with coffee as the central thread weaving together the stories of this place. The architecture stands as a solemn reminder of the island's colonial period, providing context for the social and economic forces that shaped the current landscape.

Boa Entrada – Within Cocoa Canopies:Heading inland, Boa Entrada unfolds, a community working amidst cocoa plantations with an ascending history intertwined with coffee. Here you can see the daily routines that maintain the crop's richness—and the delicate balance between tradition and modern agriculture in this evolving landscape.

Monte Café – The Heart of Coffee Production:Arrive at Monte Café, São Tomé's coffee crown jewel. Monte Café whispers tales of a bygone era, now home to the Coffee Museum, housed in the refurbished warehouse. Delve into exhibits that narrate the island's coffee saga, from the bean's humble beginnings to the steaming cups savored worldwide.

Casa Museu Almada Negreiros – Lunch With a View:Ascend to S. Tomé's highlands, where the air is cooler and the vistas unparalleled. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at Casa Museu Almada Negreiros Restaurant, where the plains of São Tomé sprawl before you. Here, within the breezy comfort, the restaurant invites for a lunch with panoramic views of theverdant forest beyond.

S. Nicolau Waterfall – Journey onward to the S. Nicolau Waterfall, that offers a good opportunity for pause.

Nova Moca – The Corallo Legacy:The final leg leads to Nova Moca, where the Claudio Corallo coffee plantation comes to life. Amidst the well-tended rows, uncover the refined techniques of coffee cultivation honed by Corallo, a master of his craft. This plantation doesn't just produce coffee; it creates a legacy distinguished by its dedication to quality and sustainability.