Lagoa Azul
A bay with turquoise water in the northwest of the island, where baobab trees dot dry grassy slopes; it is the most popular snorkeling and picnic spot within reach of the capital.
Lagoa Azul is a small bay near Guadalupe in the northwest corner of São Tomé. Its clear blue-green water hides coral reefs and tropical fish, making it the island's most popular snorkeling site. This part of the coast is dry and very different from the rainforest in the south. The hillsides are covered with sparse grass and huge baobab trees, and a small lighthouse on the headland overlooks the whole bay. Locals come to picnic and swim on weekends, while weekdays are quiet. There are no shops or facilities, so bring your own snorkel gear, drinking water and food. It is about 30 to 40 minutes by car from the capital and can be combined with the Agostinho Neto plantation for a half-day northern tour.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Roça Agostinho Neto
- Roça Monte Café
- Obô Natural Park
- Cascata de São Nicolau
- Claudio Corallo Chocolate Factory
- São Tomé Cathedral
- Fort São Sebastião
- Pico de São Tomé