JOSÉ GONÇALVES
Read moreJosé is a dynamic guide, much in demand for his in-depth knowledge of the island. He can put together an attractive program for you to discover the subtleties of his native land, by car or 4x4. What's more, he speaks excellent French, so you'll be able to make the most of your visits, and his company is very welcome. José, like many Santomeans, is also a farmer in his spare time. He can also show you around his verdant fields where he grows vanilla and pepper, among other crops.
ATELIER VANILHA
Read moreJuliette and Francesco, a French and an Italian vanilla grower, open the doors of their workshop, where the delicate scent of this prized spice wafts through the air. During a 45-minute tour, you'll learn all about vanilla, from the orchid that produces the green bean to its hand-pollination, fermentation and drying. The tour is very interesting, and it's easy to see why vanilla is so expensive. On your return from the experimental garden, let yourself be tempted by an exquisite vanilla-arranged rum!