Praia Micondó
A quiet beach on São Tomé's southwestern coast, backed by forest.
Updated 3 September 2026
Praia Micondó lies on São Tomé's southwestern coast, a curve of sand with forest coming down almost to the back of it and a stream running out across one end, and it is one of the emptier beaches on an island that has a lot of them. Turtles nest along this stretch in season. There is little development beyond a track and a fee post, which is the reason to come rather than a drawback.
Highlights
- The forest backing - trees coming down almost to the sand.
- The stream - fresh water running out across one end of the beach.
- The emptiness - a beach with almost nothing built on it.
- The turtle nesting - the animals using this stretch of coast in season.
When to go
June to September is the drier gravana season. Turtles nest from around November to February. Weekends bring local visitors.
What to expect
There are no facilities beyond a fee post. Currents on this coast can be strong. The track in is rough and difficult after rain.
Nearby
Praia Piscina is east, and Porto Alegre is southeast.
Key facts
Source: Wikidata, item Q49324342, read on 18 October 2026.
What to pack for Praia Micondó
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