Between August – October they are migrating through the area.
See humpback & sperm whales off Principe’s coast. Your skipper will take you to the deeper seas in areas they most expect to see whales and dolphins.
Whale watching in São Tomé and Príncipe is one of the archipelago’s most extraordinary natural experiences. Between August and October, humpback and sperm whales migrate through the waters surrounding Príncipe, offering visitors a front-row seat to one of nature’s most majestic spectacles.
Setting out from Bom Bom, your expert skipper will guide you into the deeper waters off the island’s coast, prime territory for spotting whales and playful pods of dolphins. While sightings can never be guaranteed, this is one of the best places in West Africa to try your luck. Some guests have even been known to glimpse whales from their rooms at Bom Bom Island Resort, but we recommend heading out by boat for the best chance.
Tours can easily be arranged during your stay at Bom Bom, or while you're based at nearby Roça Sundy or Praia Sundy. This is an unforgettable way to spend a day in one of the world’s most remote and biodiverse marine regions.
Speak to us about including a whale watching trip in your tailored itinerary. It's an experience that stirs the soul—raw, powerful and deeply moving just like São Tomé and Príncipe themselves.
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Our Sao Tome and Principe specialist, Otti, says:
"Seeing a humpback whale breach off the coast of Príncipe is something you don’t forget. These are warm, nutrient-rich waters, and between August and October, the ocean comes alive. You’re not watching from a crowded deck either – it’s just you, the sea, and the whales."
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