Mucumbli

Our adventure to Sao Tome continued with a short stay in Neves at Mucumbli. The rooms overlook the ocean through dense forest visited by love birds, grey parrots, sunbirds and many more, early in the morning. There was even a daily walk by of residential donkeys and their foal. In darkness (in all places), watch out for large land crabs scampering around. I even found one in my drying out clothes, halfway up a door. We went on an organised guided walk into the rainforest to a waterfall along an aqueduct. Even with advance warning from our tour operator, we were all taken back just how difficult this walk was as you need to roll up your trousers and wade through water up to your knees in total darkness through two tunnels for 100 - 400 m!! Rewarding and fun if you are prepared with beach shoes and/or a change of footwear. Another bird watching walk was great hearing owls, rollers, seeing weavers, kingfishers and bishops (I'd never heard of, or seen these before). The rooms were fitted with fans, no AC, with large beds, lovely furnishings, plenty of space and a balcony. The bathroom was beautifully fitted with a shower over a stone floor. The bungalows were so well positioned, you had the feeling of being alone in the middle of the forest. The restaurant served up a reasonable breakfast, table service. Evening meals were tasty using local sourced ingredients and the bar provided a good range of drinks and wines. I thoroughly enjoyed grilled octopus - the best I ever tasted but having tried sea snails, will not need to try these ever again!

A great little resort with an ‘eco focus’. The food was good and chalet/rooms great. Staff were friendly but few spoke English which did affect ordering drinks and food. The location is great allowing access to local ‘old cocoa plantations’ and fishing villages. I came here 5 years ago and the resort has been upgraded. I would certainly stay here again.

🇸🇹 Sao Tomé, Mucumbli Lodge run by owners who pay attention to detail. Caring, passionate and ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ star “hospitality”. Thanks to the employees 🙏The rooms are just awesome !!! WIFI - Parking - Excursions organized by the on-site team !! Wow

Lové this place Hiding inside the forest Front of the ocean The restaurant provide a nice view Thanks to lady who take care of us Food is yummy , very good Italian dishes, the owner is Italian Don’t stay in Acacias room , too noisy Jerminilson help us a lot

What a spectacular little oasis this was! We stumbled upon it while driving around the island, and we're so glad we did. The owners Maria and Tiziano from Italy were such gracious hosts! The resort is well manicured, with phenomenal staff. Our server Abilio was a superstar! He was very attentive and very friendly. The restaurant had all sorts of food and drink options, and the views of the ocean were breathtaking! The resort also offers multiple excursions, as well as price car rental with 24-hour assistance and insurance. We truly enjoyed our afternoon there and wished we had spent a few nights here! Gracie y Obrigado to the amazing staff of Mucumbli!

Spectacular view from the lodges' balconies and the veranda in the restaurant. Food was good, they even serve São Toméan specialities. Drinks are a bit on the expensive side, but it is worth it! Lovely and forthcoming staff! Just make sure you cross-check your bills if you had a pre-paid package. Reception and tour agencies don't seem to communicate with each other. It is also a bit strange that you have to sign up your dinner bills, although having booked half-board. Be careful when using the local beach (nice climb down there) since roughly 7m into the water there are lots of sea urchins.