As you step out of São Tomé International Airport, you are met by people so friendly with such a colourful culture that you will want to stay forever. With the deliciously fresh local cuisine found in the markets and restaurants, trekking through lush rainforests, discovering old plantations and other marvels ... Read more

Calling all nature enthusiasts, adventurers, honeymooners, and anyone looking for somewhere a bit more off the beaten track. Experience a slice of untouched Africa on the islands of São Tomé and Príncipe. With lush rainforest where you’ll uncover long lost plantations from the country’s colonial past, and desert island-style beaches ... Read more

The idyllic beaches of  São Tomé and Príncipe offer stretches of golden and white sand framed by crystal-clear, turquoise waters and dense rainforest. Seek out its less-travelled shores, and discover untouched havens perfect for blissful, solitary swimming and relaxation. Príncipe beaches Bay of Needles On the western side of Príncipe ... Read more

Here is a list of fun facts that brings more texture to life on the islands, which we wanted to share as they are not commonly mentioned in guidebooks. 1) ‘Leve Leve’ is the country’s unofficial motto, meaning "take it easy" or "slowly, slowly". It embodies the local laid-back, stress-free, ... Read more

If there is one voice that can instantly command our attention and transport us to the wildest corners of the Earth, it is Sir David Attenborough. Just when you thought the golden age of nature documentaries might be peaking, the BBC has dropped a new jewel that is captivating us ... Read more

If you’re looking for a family holiday with a difference, we’d urge you to try a safari.  Yes, you might be met with the odd raised eyebrow accompanied by ‘are you sure it’s safe, won’t the children get bored’ (it is and, no, they won’t), but weather that and you’ll ... Read more

Inside this issue of Drumbeat, Autumn 2025 Africa calls us to return time and again. It is the breathtaking scenery, the wildlife, and the simplicity we didn't know we needed. This captivating spell is why over 70% of our clients are returning guests. In this edition: New & Notable: We ... Read more

Saba Douglas-Hamilton’s hosted elephant safari is an invitation to join an exclusive, small group at her family’s celebrated Elephant Watch Camp in Kenya’s Samburu National Reserve.  You will also spend time at Ol Donyo Lodge at the Chyulu Hills and Reteti House in the stunning Namunyak Wildlife Conservancy.  Hosted personally ... Read more

Q1 When did you first come face-to-face with an elephant? The first time I met an elephant was when I was a babe in arms at six weeks old, when my mother introduced me, on foot to a very special elephant in Manyara, Tanzania, called Virgo. She was a completely ... Read more

Elephant Safari Kenya – 11th December to 20th December 2026 Join renowned elephant conservationist and filmmaker Saba Douglas-Hamilton for an immersive elephant experience in Kenya. Her profound passion and knowledge will enrich your journey. Aardvark Safaris’ travel expert Robyn Wauchope is providing guidance and support throughout. 9 Night elephant safari ... Read more