10 Things to do Good for Kids in Trinidad and Tobago That You Shouldn't Miss

October 8, 2021 Randal Brittian

This tiny twin island republic offers an enticing mix of cultural activities and eco adventure. Located just off the tip of Venezuela, lively Trinidad, the larger of the two, boasts energetic nightlife in modern capital Port-of-Spain. Driving on the North Coast Road reveals lush forest and breathtaking views. Tobago, two hours away by fast ferry, is comparatively serene. Azure seas contrast with pale pink sands and golden sunsets. Protected rainforest and stunning coral reefs complete this paradise.
Restaurants in Trinidad and Tobago

1. Pigeon Point Beach

Crown Point Tobago [email protected]
Excellent
59%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,258 reviews

Pigeon Point Beach

Tobago's most popular beach. Located in the south west of the island. It is easily accessible from the airport and many hotels. A host of activities makes it easy to spend an entire day at the facility and still have all your needs met. A variety of restaurants, bars, water sports and shopping awaits you. Or just relax at the beach which is patrolled by life guards. Pigeon Point Heritage Park features an iconic thatch roof jetty that is reminiscent of an unspoilt Caribbean and relaxed way of life. Lose yourself in the beauty of the park and then find yourself in the serenity of your surroundings. A must do while you are in Tobago.

Reviewed By 23Diane - Dartmouth, Canada

Spent a day on Pigeon Point Beach. Loved it. The sand is like powder, the colour of the water is an incredible turquoise blue, there are great washroom facilities (all included in the park entrance fee), and great places to eat/drink. I HIGHLY recommend spending some time at Pigeon Point. You can also take glass-bottom boat tours from the pier out to the reef for snorkeling and to Nylon Pool and No Man’s Land. (We did that on a separate day and loved it.)

2. Chacachacare

Trinidad
Excellent
59%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 34 reviews

Chacachacare

This mysterious, uninhabited island, once the site of a colony of lepers run by a group of nuns, is only five miles off the northwest coast of Trinidad.

Reviewed By OETT19 - Trinidad, Caribbean

You will need to take a boat to get to the island from Trinidad. This island is filled with activities. First, you can take a hike up to the lighthouse where you can view Venezuela. The hike is a little hard because you have to go up hill, but coming down will be easier because you would be going down hill. The beaches are lovely and great for swimming. This is a must visit.

3. Maracas Beach

Port of Spain Trinidad
Excellent
46%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,800 reviews

Maracas Beach

This popular beach spot fulfills the fantasy of the ideal Caribbean beach, but is just as famous for the scenic rainforest drive that must be made to reach it.

Reviewed By aval669

Always a blast. The most popular beach on the island. It's absolutely beautiful. Go for a walk, have something to eat, dance all under the watchful eyes of the skilled life guards. Just go, you won't regret it.

4. Caroni Lagoon National Park

Trinidad
Excellent
71%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 41 reviews

Caroni Lagoon National Park

This new national park was recently commissioned to help preserve Trinidad's wildlife.

Reviewed By Nell1954 - Glasgow, United Kingdom

For nature lovers, this is a must. A couple of hours through the mangrove swamps with an expert guide, watching scarlet ibis, blue herons, flamingos, tree boas - what an experience!

5. Mount St. Benedict Monastery

Trinidad http://www.mountstbenedictabbey.org
Excellent
48%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 123 reviews

Mount St. Benedict Monastery

This peaceful community of monks, one of the oldest in the Caribbean, has a guesthouse for visitors.

6. La Brea Pitch Lake

La Brea Village Trinidad +1 868-651-1232 http://whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/5645
Excellent
45%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 173 reviews

La Brea Pitch Lake

This 100-acre lake releases asphalt from the depths below and is the largest natural asphalt lake in the world.

Reviewed By RossBlake - Cranbrook, Canada

The Pitch Lake in La Brea is a surprising place to visit. What I thought would be a weird oddity to visit as part of a day trip on the island, it turned out to be a highlight and a definitely a recommendation. The lake is known as the largest natural bitumen deposit in the world. While being a tourist attraction, it’s also actively mined for bitumen for roads and a unique ecosystem for wildlife. Pitch from the lake has been mined in some way or another for 500 years, from waterproofing of boats to kerosene production to road bitumen/asphalt. I visited the lake as part of a day trip with Sensational Tours and Transport (can’t recommend more!). We arrived at the lake and were set up with a guide called Daniel, a humorous older gentleman with a wealth of knowledge and a dry wit. We were informed that our feet would be wet, then on pitch in the sun, so we should wear the crocs provided. We waded out onto the lake and traversed the faults where fresh pitch was rising as a liquid before cooling. Daniel explained the history of the site and the extent of the mining being undertaken. We were joined along the way by a local village dog on our journey and watched as an osprey had a meal on the tar. Daniel peeled a layer of tar “skin” to highlight the drying process. He also found fresh liquid tar and used a stick to show the viscosity, producing a ribbon. Daniel found methane vents to flare with a lighter, showing how much gas is surfacing. He also told us about the otters waiting in the reeds to hijack birds landing to feed. We spent over an hour on the lake, witnessing spontaneous combustion under cashew trees to bubbling pitch. The cost was TTD$30 each and well worth the drive!

7. Pointe-a-Pierre Wildfowl

Pointe-a-Pierre Trinidad +1 868-658-4200 ext. 2512 [email protected] http://www.papwildfowltrust.org
Excellent
54%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 63 reviews

Pointe-a-Pierre Wildfowl

Ideally, reservations for visiting must be made at least a week in advance. Our guided Nature Walks are about one and a half hours long and are conducted at 9:30am and 1pm during weekdays and 10:30am and 1pm during weekends. The Pointe-a-Pierre Wildfowl Trust was founded in 1966. We are a national, not-for-profit environmental organization dedicated to Environmental Education, Public Awareness and the research, breeding and re-introduction into the wild of locally endangered waterfowl species and other wetland birds. As an inland, freshwater habitat encompassing approximately 32 hectares and 2 lakes, we are uniquely situated within a major petro-chemical and oil-refining complex, making it the only one in the world.

Reviewed By sjnielsen

Nice for family time, picnic nature walks and bird watching... very nice for photos also a must to your things to do in trinidad and tobago

8. Adventure Farm and Nature Reserve

Tobago 868-639-2839-868-797-2940 http://www.adventure-ecovillas.com
Excellent
70%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 221 reviews

Adventure Farm and Nature Reserve

Reviewed By TriniTobagonianUK

Lovely location to take the family for a nice walk in nature where you can see lovely flora and fauna in all it's glory. The hummingbirds, fish pond and local animals were lovely to see and discover as you walk around. My son particularly loved feeding the fish which are quite big. The eco-villas are also very charming for if you wanted to spend some time in Tobago where you could feel at one with nature. They are nestled in the heart of the nature reserve and are very nicely built and furnished to make anyone feel at home. The owners are also very friendly and welcoming, even the pet dog:) Very tranquil location to relax and de-stress in nature!

9. Castara Bay

Tobago http://www.castarabeach.com
Excellent
67%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 314 reviews

Castara Bay

Reviewed By sagaciouss

I love this beach for a nice soak even though it’s used mainly for the fisherfolk. Take a walk all the way down on the left for the best bathing spot. Water was calm enough for a relaxing bath, no fighting with the waves at all. I liked the well kept beach facilities was able to shower before taking the long drive back to Magdelena.

10. Asa Wright Nature Centre

Blanchisseuse Rd Arima Trinidad +1 868-667-4655 http://www.asawright.org
Excellent
65%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 436 reviews

Asa Wright Nature Centre

This small resort, buried among mountains deep in the Trinidad rain forest, is famous for its amazing diversity in animal and plant species.

Reviewed By KristaTheNetherlands - Zeewolde, The Netherlands

Excellent place for bird watching and other wildlife. From the veranda of the main house, you will see all kind of hummingbirds and other birds. Walk down the trail and you will see even more. It’s an easy hike. Rangers will tell you all about the birds. Informative panels will also help you out. They also have accomodation available. Make sure you drive down the hill before sunset as it’s a steapy road.

ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.