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 Things To Do in Tobago (from relaxation to adventure)
Called Robinson Crusoe's Island, Tobago is one of the Caribbean's best-kept secrets. Situated 32 km (21 miles) northeast of its sister isle Trinidad Tobago is latitude 11 degrees N, longitude 60 degrees W. Experience the stunning natural beauty, lush rain forest covered mountains, waterfalls, small villages full of history and character, spectacular sandy white beaches and clear turquoise waters, winding roads, undersea gardens at the coral reef, friendly people. BeachesTobago is known for its sandy white beaches and clear turquoise waters. Whether you want to swim, snorkel, windsurf or surfboard, there are many beaches, from quiet secluded bays to popular fun spots, to choose from and all within easy distance of J'Ouvert.
GolfingThere are two excellent golf courses in Tobago. Adjacent to J'Ouvert Villa is Mount Irvine Bay Golf Club, a magnificent 18 hole, 72 par, championship course set on 125 acres on the grounds of an old plantation with Caribbean Sea views. The other, Tobago Plantations Golf and Country Club, is a modern course on another old sugar plantation on the Lowlands estate. The course runs by the Atlantic Ocean and takes you past beaches, mangroves, wetlands and woodland copses. It hosted the Tobago Plantations and Seniors Classic (PGA European Tour) in 2002 and 2003.
Watersports and ToursA wide variety of water sports are available, many of them very close by. These include: scuba diving, snorkelling ( the coral reefs are spectacular), Hobie Cat sailing, kite-surfing, water-skiing, glass-bottom boat trips, wake boarding, deep sea fishing, and swimming.
Island NatureTobago has the oldest protected rain forest in the Western Hemisphere. Visitors can hike and explore the waterfalls. Bird watchers can look out for any of the 210 recorded bird species such as the gorgeous blue-backed mannakin, the rufous-tailed jacamar, buff-throated wood creeper, the barred antshrike and many more! You can also watch the Giant Leatherback turtles nest on Stonehaven and Courland beaches between March and April.
History & CultureThe many forts of Tobago reflect some 300 years of a rich and varied history including war, pirate attacks and invasions. The Tobago Heritage Festival, which takes place during July and August each year celebrates Tobago's culture and features Tobagonian fare, goat and crab racing, contemporary choreography and musical arrangements.
FoodJ'Ouvert is close to several excellent restaurants and well stocked supermarkets. You can also buy fresh fish daily from the fishermen on the beach, sample local produce from Scarborough market or try delicious local dishes from the stalls at Store Bay Beach.
Liming — you're in Tobago now, lime and relax.
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