Embassy of Sao Tome and Principe in Praia, Cape Verde; address Notre Dame Center, 3rd floor, Praia; phone +23897966030. Head of mission: Mr. Aurélio Pires…
Head of mission: Mr. Aurélio Pires Quaresma Martins, Ambassador (as of 2024)
Sao Tome and Principe offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage, featuring lush rainforests and beautiful beaches. Its modest tourism infrastructure, with a focus on budget and mid-range accommodations, appeals to adventurous travelers looking for intimate experiences rather than luxury. This makes it an attractive destination for a segment of the approximately one million residents of Cabo Verde.
Sao Tome and Principe is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Cabo Verde. The murder rate in Sao Tome and Principe is lower at 3.3 per 100,000 people compared to Cabo Verde's 6.5. Additionally, there are no recorded female murders in Sao Tome and Principe, while Cabo Verde has a rate of 3.3. In terms of organized crime, Sao Tome and Principe scores better in several categories on the Global Organized Crime Index, with lower scores indicating less crime. For example, it has a score of 1.0 for mafia groups and 2.0 for crime networks, compared to Cabo Verde's scores of 2.5 and 4.0, respectively. Overall, while no destination is without risks, Sao Tome and Principe appears to have a safer environment for tourists compared to Cabo Verde.
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