Sundy Praia offers eco-luxury in forested beachfront tents on Príncipe Island, blending conservation, culture and personalised service.
Location: Sundy Praia is nestled on the north-west tip of Príncipe Island, within a UNESCO biosphere. The hotel is hidden in lush rainforest behind a secluded sandy beach, offering direct access to Atlantic waters and teeming wildlife. Guest experiences include turtle nesting, whale watching and guided rainforest trails.
Rooms: The lodge features 15 spacious tented villas, designed in the style of traditional fishermen’s huts. Villas feature four-poster beds, stone-carved baths, generous terraces and air conditioning; select three-bedroom suites include private plunge pools. Interiors display local craftsmanship, organic textiles and open shutters for ocean and forest views.
Amenities: The property includes an infinity pool, wellness centre, and wellness treatments (such as coffee-bean chiro massages). Dining takes place at the OKA Sundy restaurant beneath a vaulted bamboo-and-thatch pavilion. Guests receive a welcome massage, daily breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus house drinks and airport transfers.
Activities: One guided experience per day is included: 4×4 and boat excursions, plantation tours, forest walks, birdwatching, whale and turtle watching, snorkelling, scuba diving, stargazing and community visits - all organised onsite.
Sustainability: Sundy Praia embodies eco-conscious principles: villas are built on screw-in platforms to avoid concrete, recessed into the canopy and hidden by design. Waste is fully sorted; all glass is upcycled into building aggregate. On-site organic farm supports local produce, fish is boat-caught, and toiletries are refillable. The €25 nightly guest contribution funds conservation, community, craft apprenticeships and education. Local staff (60% from Príncipe, 40% from São Tomé) support cultural events and skill workshops, such as basket weaving.
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