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RIVERS

BANZÚ RIVER

BANZÚ RIVER

It springs on the northern side of the Pico Principe, and it is one of the most beautiful rivers of the Island. It ends on the Caixao Beach, the best place to see it and imagine the sinuous trail that leads back to its place of birth, way farther inland.

SÃO TOMÉ RIVER

SÃO TOMÉ RIVER

In its end, on the beach with the same name, it shows off exuberant vegetation, endemic and exclusive to this part of the Island. It is the main river of the south and a true beauty. Its mouth is imposing and going inland, although tough, is highly rewarding.

SÃO TOMÉ RIVER

SÃO TOMÉ RIVER

In the heart of the primary forest, the beauty of the river is breathtaking! If we follow the river further inland, we will find three pristine freshwater lagoons, enclosed within granite rocks, beneath gigantic and amazing trees – it is a Jurassic environment.

BANZÚ RIVER

BANZÚ RIVER

Banzu River mouth.

PAPAGAIO RIVER

PAPAGAIO RIVER

Some waterfalls are visible along the length of the river.

PAPAGAIO RIVER

PAPAGAIO RIVER

It springs on the northern side of the Pico Principe. It is the river that ends right by the city of Santo Antonio. It is one the best known and most used rivers by the locals.

PAPAGAIO RIVER

PAPAGAIO RIVER

The river bed consists of loose rocks and pebbles.

SÃO TOMÉ LAGOON

SÃO TOMÉ LAGOON

SÃO TOMÉ RIVER

SÃO TOMÉ RIVER

The São Tomé river ends in the beach with the same name, in the south of the Island. It certainly calls for a visit, because it is so pristine. It is quite inaccessible, so you must go by boat.

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