08 Feb 2027 - 10 Feb 2027 (3 days)
EUR1,500 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Nigel Redman
Tour Price (Per person): EUR1,500 (USD1,690 * GBP1,298 * AUD2,436)
Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change*
29 Aug 2027 - 31 Aug 2027 (3 days)
EUR1,500 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: David Hoddinott
Tour Price (Per person): EUR1,500 (USD1,690 * GBP1,298 * AUD2,436)
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18 Feb 2028 - 20 Feb 2028 (3 days)
EUR1,700 SPACES AVAILABLE
Tour Leader: Adam Walleyn
Tour Price (Per person): EUR1,700 (USD1,915 * GBP1,471 * AUD2,760)
This tour pairs with: São Tomé - Island Endemics 2028
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The seldom-visited islands of São Tomé and Príncipe are tucked away in the Gulf of Guinea, some 180 miles (300 km) off the West African coastline. Rising steeply from the ocean and cloaked in lush tropical forest, these dramatic volcanic islands harbour one of Africa’s most remarkable concentrations of endemic birds.
Our Príncipe extension visits the smaller and even more secluded island of Príncipe, where another remarkable set of endemic birds awaits. In the island’s lush forests, we will search for specialties such as Dohrn’s Warbler, Príncipe Speirops, Príncipe Starling, and Príncipe Weaver, while also hoping for encounters with three of the archipelago’s most elusive birds, the rare Príncipe Thrush, Príncipe White-eye and the enigmatic Príncipe Scops Owl. With its pristine rainforest, dramatic volcanic scenery, and remarkable concentration of endemic wildlife, Príncipe provides a superb finale to this exploration of the Gulf of Guinea’s extraordinary island birdlife.
This tour only operates as an extension to our scheduled tours. Please contact our tailormade tours department to further information and costs as a standalone option.
Principe Scops Owl; Dohrn's Warbler; Principe White-eye; Principe Speirops; Principe Starling; Principe Thrush; Principe Sunbird; Principe Weaver.
lowland and hill forest, shoreline
hot & humid, rain to be expected
6 with 1 Rockjumper leader
DIFFICULT: This is a high-intensity “mega” tour designed for passionate listers and serious birders who enjoy a fast-paced schedule. Due to its demanding nature, it’s not recommended for avid photographers, inexperienced birders, or anyone with mobility or health limitations.
Moderate to mildly demanding. Not suitable for novice birders, dedicated photographers, or guests with mobility challenges.
Very comfortable
Moderate to difficult. Primarily forest birding with several very low-density species.
Worthwhile. No dedicated hides.
The islands are so unique and very, very beautiful. They can also be very, very wet AND muddy. I make the following comments for future participants. For the night camping, I was very glad that I had brought flannel pajamas and a polar fleece sleeping sack that were protected in a waterproof bag, and I was quite comfortable for the night. However, my waterproofed boots were thoroughly soaked inside from the rain coming in from my waterlogged trousers and socks. I think rain trousers and ankle-tight rubber boots would have worked. Otherwise, we had a great time. The birds were fantastic, as were the guides. Dan is super. He is great with the birds and the participants. He even gave away his one pair of dry trousers to a participant that had shredded his trousers on the hike up Monte Carmo. I highly recommend this tour to the more hardy birders given that the hikes are quite slippery and muddy. Also, I appreciate the Rockjumper guides keeping eBird lists to share with the group. I know that task can take some real extra effort.