Baía de Ana Chaves- Travel Tips

What to See, How to Plan & Tours

Ana Chaves Bay (Baía de Ana Chaves) lies along the northeast coast of São Tomé Island, São Tomé and Príncipe, serving as a vital hub for the capital city of São Tomé. The bay stretches from Ponta Oque del Rei to Ponta São Sebastião, where the historic Forte de São Sebastião, now part of the São Sebastião Museum, is located. The port of São Tomé, built in the late 1950s on reclaimed land, handles the country's solid goods, while the port of Neves manages liquid fuels. The bay's shallow waters offer anchorage for small vessels, with a 200-meter quay supporting maritime activities. Notable features include two lighthouses: the São Sebastião Lighthouse, built in 1928, and the Ponta Oque del Rei Lighthouse, constructed in 1994. In recent years, the bay has been a focal point for economic development, including investments by Sonangol to establish a free trade zone.