SAO TOME AND PRINCIPE

With 75% of its area covered by rainforest Săo Tomea & Príncipe (STP) ischaracterised by unspoilt, palm-fringed beaches, towering volcanic peaksand a fascinating colonial heritage. Now with the recent discovery of largeoil deposits in the Gulf of Guinea, STP is on the cusp of change. This isthe first, stand-alone guide to Africa's second-smallest country, and itsenticing blend of African, Portuguese and Caribbean culture. The guide willenable pioneering travellers to discover an African island paradise.Largely unexplored and unexploited by tourism, these tropical, volcanicislands off the west African coast are the antitheses of mass-marketdestinations — and one of the most unspoilt places on earth. Thescarcity of tourists is one of the islands' biggest attractions.. In-depth coverage of Săo Tomea's wildlife and parks. Exploring unspoilt beaches, volcanic peaks and waterfall trails. Diving and snorkelling, whale-watching and deep-sea fishing