Agricultural activities
Horticulture
Organically grown fruits, vegetables and herbs are harvested by hand. Príncipe’s tropical climate allows for horticultural harvests throughout the year. We supply our produce to Bom Bom, Roça Sundy and Sundy Praia. They’re fresh, flavourful and locally grown additions to meals.
Agroforestry
In and amongst the rainforest, our agroforestry plantations are home to special varieties of cacao, vanilla, coffee, coconut, and forest pepper – and a diversity of endemic fauna and flora. We grow and harvest our tasty, nutritious foods from these rich forest soils beneath the cool shade of the diverse tree canopy.
Processing and transformation
Our horticulture and agroforestry harvests become ingredients for our Paciência Organic products. While our popular tree-to-bar chocolate is the centre of the story, you can also enjoy our selection of dried forest fruits. Our natural handmade body products like creams and soaps can be enjoyed on the island and purchased as special gifts.
Conservation and Communities Contribution
Guest rates for Príncipe Collection hotels in Príncipe include a Conservation and Communities Contribution of €25 per person per night (13+ years), 100% of which funds local initiatives.
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Local roots
93% of the HBD Príncipe team, including the Príncipe Collection team, are from the islands, and we aim for locally-rooted leaders to carry our vision forward.