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Príncipe Island

Sundy Praia

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About Sundy Praia

An exquisite lodge on wild Príncipe, an island gem off Africa's west coast
Some 200 kilometres off the west coast of Africa, in the Gulf of Guinea, lies Príncipe – the smaller of the two major islands of the country of São Tomé and Príncipe. Most of the 5000-strong population live in the capital Santo Antonio, leaving the rest of the island in near-pristine state. The soil here is as fertile as land gets: everything grows. Picture lush forests interrupted only by sugarloaf mountains jutting through the foliage, gorgeous beaches and the Atlantic Ocean bursting with marine life. Sundy Praia, on the northwest coast, is a model of high-end sustainable tourism.
Príncipe Island , São Tomé and Príncipe
From $930 per person/per night
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15 Rooms
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The property

The villas have ample comfortable lounging space, so the focus in the main area is on dining. The main restaurant is a high-ceilinged creation in bamboo, its entrance covered with a massive curtain and candles providing lighting. Add some mind-twisting flavours and the freshest possible ingredients, and you'll always be ready for dinner. Head to the relaxed veranda for breakfast and lunch, or to the beach, where there's a gorgeous rim-flow pool, complete with adjacent pool bar.

The rooms

With the forest at their backs and sea-facing frontages, the 15 tented villas can accommodate a total of 48 guests in a combination of one-, two- and three-bedroomed suites. They're built of weathered wood and bamboo, as were the old fishermen's huts that once stood here. But the similarity ends there, for these are sophisticated suites, with spacious indoor and outdoor lounge areas, and glamorous en-suite bathrooms – some with carved stone bathtubs. The three-bedroomed villas have private pools.

Activities

You'll be awed by the beauty of the island. Wander through the herb garden, paddle out into the ocean or hike through the forest, keeping your eyes and ears open for wildlife. Turtles nest on these beaches, humpback whales shelter in the coves, and a myriad birds hop about in the canopy. Diving or snorkel, take a marine safari on the camp's motorboat, practise your Portuguese with the locals or sunbathe on the beach. There's an on-site masseuse too.
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How to book Sundy Praia

How do I book Sundy Praia ?

Sundy Praia can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made São Tomé and Príncipe trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended São Tomé and Príncipe trips featuring Sundy Praia or get advice and suggestions from one of our São Tomé and Príncipe specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Sundy Praia ?

Stays at Sundy Praia start from around $930 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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São Tomé and Príncipe

Príncipe Island

An ancient and forgotten island of golden beaches, extinct volcanoes and lush rainforests.