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Getting to Príncipe’s Beaches — From the Airport & Santo António

Fly to Príncipe, then it is dirt roads, footpaths and boats.

Getting to Príncipe

Fly from São Tomé in about 35 minutes — see getting to Príncipe for booking advice. Lodge guests are met at the airport.

From Santo António and the airport

Times are rough guides; after rain the dirt roads slow everything down.

BeachAccessApprox. time from town
Praia BananaCar or motorbike taxi to Belo Monte, then a short walk down30 min + 10 min walk
Praia Macaco / Praia BoiPath from Belo Monte, or boat30 min + 30–45 min walk
Bom BomDirt road past the airport30–40 min
Beach at SundyRoad to Roça Sundy, then a steep track35–45 min
Praia das BurrasRoad15–20 min
Praia GrandeRoad, then on footAbout 30–40 min

Transport options

  • Car with driver: arranged through guesthouses; the most comfortable option.
  • Motorbike taxi: cheap and common, fine for solo travellers with a small bag.
  • Lodge transfers and boats: included or bookable for guests.
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