TOBAGO...
TOBAGO...
Tobago is the smaller of the two islands that make up Trinidad and Tobago, and it’s often described as the more relaxed, nature-focused side of the country. If Trinidad is known for energy, Carnival, and city life, Tobago is known for beaches, reefs, rainforest, and a slower “island time” pace.
What makes Tobago stand out is that it feels less overdeveloped than many Caribbean destinations—fewer high-rise resorts, more small guesthouses, fishing villages, and quiet bays. Much of tourism is concentrated in the southwest around Crown Point, Store Bay, Buccoo Reef, and Pigeon Point, while the north and east are wilder and more eco-focused.
Best areas depending on your trip
For beach holiday + nightlife
Stay around:
Crown Point
Pigeon Point
Store Bay
Buccoo
For nature + peace
Stay around:
Castara
Speyside
Charlotteville
Parlatuvier
For local city feel
Stay in:
Scarborough
Best time to visit
The dry season (roughly January–May) is usually best for beach holidays.
Tobago is also outside the main hurricane belt, which makes it attractive year-round compared with some Caribbean islands.
In one sentence
Tobago offers the Caribbean without too much overdevelopment—great beaches, excellent diving, rainforest adventures, real local culture, and a much more laid-back vibe than many resort-heavy islands.
It’s ideal if you want “beautiful and authentic” rather than “luxury and flashy.”
What Tobago has to offer
1. 🏝️Beautiful beaches
Tobago is famous for postcard-style Caribbean beaches:
Pigeon Point Heritage Park – the iconic white-sand beach with palm trees and calm turquoise water
Store Bay – popular for swimming and local food
Englishman’s Bay – quieter, scenic, often nearly empty
Castara Beach – beautiful village beach with a local feel
Bloody Bay – peaceful and less commercial
The southwest is best for easy-access beach holidays, while the north and east feel more secluded.
3. 🌳Rainforest & eco-adventures
The island’s interior is one of its biggest treasures.
Main Ridge Forest Reserve is the oldest protected rainforest in the Western Hemisphere and a UNESCO-recognized biosphere area. It offers:
hiking trails
waterfalls
birdwatching
rainforest tours
panoramic viewpoints
Bird lovers especially love Tobago—there are hundreds of bird species including the White-tailed Sabrewing hummingbird.
Popular nature spots include:
Argyle Falls – Tobago’s best-known waterfall
rainforest walks near Roxborough and Speyside
5. 🥙Food
Tobago food is fantastic—fresh, flavourful, and heavily influenced by African, Indian, Creole, and Caribbean traditions.
Things to try:
crab and dumpling (the signature dish)
curry crab
doubles
bake and shark
grilled fresh fish
roti
local cocoa tea
rum punch
Store Bay is famous for quick local food stops.
2. 🤿Snorkelling, diving & marine life
Tobago is one of the Caribbean’s best diving destinations.
Highlights include:
Buccoo Reef – famous coral reef for glass-bottom boats and snorkelling
Nylon Pool – shallow crystal-clear sandbar in the sea
Little Tobago – excellent diving and bird sanctuary
Speyside – known for drift diving, manta rays, coral walls, and strong visibility
There are more than 50 dive sites, with coral reefs, rays, turtles, reef fish, and sometimes sharks and dolphins. Tobago is especially well known for drift diving because of strong ocean currents.
4.🧫 Local culture & festivals
Tobago feels very local rather than “tourist-only.”
You’ll find:
fishing villages
street food stalls
steelpan music
Sunday beach limes (hangouts)
local rum shops
village festivals
Notable events include:
Tobago Heritage Festival – celebrates history, dance, food, and traditions
Easter goat races (a real local tradition)
Harvest Festivals in villages
Buccoo “Sunday School” street party
These tend to be more authentic community events than resort entertainment.
6. ⛪️History & heritage
Tobago changed hands between colonial powers many times (Spanish, Dutch, French, British), and you can still see this in:
old forts
plantation estates
historic churches
colonial buildings
stories tied to former slave estates
Fort King George in Scarborough is one of the best historical sites to visit.
Pigeon Point Beach Day ..$25...
Pigeon Point Beach Day ..$25...
includes entrance fee, sunbed/shared umbrella plus Jet Ski option from only $30 pp
This is sure to be a favourite for our members going to Tobago. Pigeon Point Beach is one of the most spectacular beaches on the Island. An Amazing price to include the beach chairs.
Spend a leisurely day enjoying one of the most popular beaches in Tobago, lovely Pigeon Point on the island’s western coast. While there are a number of amenities such as restaurants, bars and shops, the real lure of Pigeon Point is its marvellous natural Caribbean beauty. You might swim or snorkel in the turquoise waters, stroll along the powdery beach, immerse yourself in a good book in the shade of your shared umbrella on a comfortable subbed included in the price of this tour.
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Thatched-roof huts are scattered about and there is a wooden jetty with a thatched-roof shelter at its end. Windsurfers and jet-skiers often zip through the water well off shore, painting a lovely backdrop for your relaxing endeavours. Pigeon Point is so iconic, so purely Caribbean you may think you have seen it before, which is highly likely, as the beach is often featured in travel
magazines.Spot the special Palm Tree where used for many Engagement Poposal shots!!!
For those more adventurous, we have the lowest price jet ski prices on all the Islands. At just $60 per jet ski ($30 each two sharing or $60 one person). This is a perfect location to enjoy riding through the waves cooling down enjoying your glorious surroundings.
There will be limited seats available for this, so please book early.
2 Hr Glass Bottom Boat Trip to Buccoo Reef and Nylon Pool plus Pigeon Point Beach stay ..$45....
2 Hr Glass Bottom Boat Trip to Buccoo Reef and Nylon Pool plus Pigeon Point Beach stay ..$45....
with Jet ski option at only $30 per person (2 sharing)
Best price on all the islands
IF YOU ARE GOING TO THIS PORT..THIS IS A MUST PLEASE NOTE WE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO REDUCE THIS ONE BY $9 ON A SPECIAL FOR YOU!!!!!!
This has the best price on jet skis too on all the islands only $30 a person!!!
After being picked up from the Port, you will be transferred to Pigeon Point Beach to enjoy some beach time before boarding the 11.30 am Glass Bottom Boat trip.
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Once you have climbed on board to start our two-hour boat trip, Sit back and enjoy the scenic journey out to the glorious Buccoo Reef where we stop for members to get into the water snorkel with the beautiful tropical marine fish, while those not wanting to get into the water can view the abundant marine life through the glass bottom panels of the boat itself. Snorkel equipment is provided.
Next, we head across to the unique Nylon Pool area, there is nowhere else like this, where we can step off the boat, into the ocean itself into waist high water!!!!! Even non swimmers will enjoy this amazing experience.
There are floatation devices available, you will not need them. This is great for children too. The Nylon Pool is a natural, metre-deep crystal-clear swimming pool with a sandy bottom in the middle of the sea created by an offshore sandbar.
For those feeling a little hungry, or thirsty, we will make a short stop at No Mans Land, described by some as the most beautiful place on all the Islands. It is located near Bon Accord Lagoon fringed with mangroves, wetlands, and important habitat. A truly tropical soft white sandy beach, only accessible by boat awaits us, where locals are preparing succulent barbecues and cold ice bears and cocktails. I have to say, for me, this magnificent setting was my best Zen moment of my cruise back in February, it is a truly tropical paradise. * Please note if serious imclement weather the boat may not be able to stop here and no vendors will be on Island. This is rare.
Our day does not stop there, next enjoy the coastal journey views making our way to sensational Pigeon Point beach, one that has been highlighted on Facebook recently as one of the favourite beaches. There are washroom facilities, a bar, restaurant, plenty of shady palms trees to sit under and enjoy two hours of sheer relaxation in this glorious haven. The beach entry is included in the price of this tour.
For those more daring, for our members, we have a very special discounted price for only $30 per person (2 riders) or $60 (single riders) for 30 minutes Jet Ski rental option available. You will love riding the waves of the tropical turquoise waters, keep an eye out for dolphins and turtles.
At the end of this sensational day, sit back and enjoy a relaxing journey back to the Port.
Clear Kayaking at Swallows Beach/2 Hr Buccoo Reef Glass Bottom Boat Cruise and Pigeon Point Beach Combo for the Ultimate Tobago experience
$59
If you want to see what the magnificent Caribbean marine life offers up close, and be surrounded by a Tropical Paradise this is the one for you.
From the cruise Port, start your day with a smooth, premium boarding experience designed for comfort, ease, and a stress-free island escape from the very first moment
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Swallows Beach Kayaking – Glide across calm, crystal-clear waters in a kayak, surrounded by breathtaking coastal views and a peaceful, immersive ocean experience, paddling over to a nearby cove while enjoying views of the famous Store Bay before returning to Swallows Beach to complete your kayaking adventure. Capture the most unique photo opportunities.
Back to the bus and onward to Pigeon Point – Continue your journey in comfort as the experience flows effortlessly into your next destination
Pigeon Point – Unwind on Tobago’s most iconic beach with powdery white sands, swaying palms, and vibrant turquoise waters perfect for relaxing, exploring, and capturing stunning photos.
Board the Glass Bottom Boat – Step aboard and prepare for a unique view beneath the surface as your marine adventure begins
Buccoo Reef – Discover a stunning underwater paradise filled with colourful coral formations and lively tropical fish in clear, shallow Caribbean waters.
Nylon Pool - Stand up in the middle of the ocean on the famous sand bank, and marvel at the beautiful surroundings, such a unique experience.
No Mans Land – stop off (weather permitting) at this uninhabited oasis of an Island. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail or delicious barbecue. If you wanted to experience a true Zen moment in a tropical paradise, this would be it. Have your camaras to snap pictures youwill treasure forever on your journey back to Pigeon Point Beach.
As we return to Port – Enjoy a scenic coastal cruise back, soaking in the sea breeze and golden island views as your experience winds down beautifully after this amazing full day shore excursion.