Unique flora and fauna on São Tomé
The endemic flora and fauna such as various bird species and reptiles have recently been protected in the Obo National Park,southwest of São Tomé. There are several hiking trails, which take you to different streams and waterfalls. In the park is also the highest mountain top of São Tomé, Pico de São Tomé,with a height of 2,024 meters. A walk to the top of the ancient volcano takes you through an exotic jungle and offers great views of the top of the mountain. Between October and February you can see the sea turtles laying their eggs on the beach in the park.