The places, most named first
From the 8 guides that rank for "best beaches in trinidad and tobago"
Named by 6 of 81. Maracas BayProbably the most popular beach in Trinidad, especially at weekends, with lifeguards and a big car park.Famous for beach huts serving shark and bake.
Named by 5 of 82. Las CuevasA quieter alternative about 15 minutes past Maracas, with changing facilities and lifeguards.About 7 km east of Maracas Bay and 2.2 km long.
Named by 4 of 83. Tyrico BayA small, nearly hidden beach between Maracas and Las Cuevas, calmer and less crowded.Strong waves attract surfers; not for inexperienced swimmers.
Named by 4 of 84. TocoA windy, rocky meeting of the Caribbean and Atlantic, popular with surfers, near Galera Point Lighthouse.Wild surf makes it unsuitable for swimming, but the headland has good views.
Named by 3 of 85. Pigeon PointKnown for its thatched jetty and calm, reef-protected water for swimming and snorkeling.Ranked among CNN's top 100 beaches in the world, and Tobago's most famous.
Named by 3 of 86. Store BayOne of the best swimming beaches in Tobago, with shallow clear water; it gets crowded.Right next to the airport, so handy for a first or last beach day.
Named by 3 of 87. Grande RiviereKnown for leatherback turtles that nest on the sand, making it an eco-tourism spot.Turtle nesting trips run March to August.
Named by 3 of 88. BlanchisseuseA north coast beach at the end of a winding mountain road, with freshwater pools where rivers meet the sea.Reached via the North Coast Road or from Arima past the Asa Wright Nature Centre.
Named by 2 of 89. Englishman's BayA small sheltered bay, often uncrowded, with calm water for swimming.Tucked away and good for snorkeling.
Named by 2 of 810. MayaroFive kilometers of unbroken east coast sand, popular for weekend trips.Sargassum seaweed can pile up along the tide line.
Named by 2 of 811. ManzanillaA long east coast beach lined with coconut palms, popular for picnics.The Atlantic sea can be rough with dangerous currents, especially at high tide.
12. Castara BayA fishing village beach with a laid-back feel.
13. Balandra BeachSingled out for its rock formations.
14. Murad BeachRecommended for sunsets.
15. Buccoo BeachYou can park right on the beach, with mangroves and a trail nearby.
16. Swallow's BeachA long beach running toward Pigeon Point with calm shallow water and lots of coral; water shoes help.
17. Macqueripe BayA sheltered bay reached from Port of Spain via Chaguaramas.
18. Sandy Point BeachQuiet and good for sunsets and bird watching, but not for swimming.
19. Coconut BayCalm, barrier-protected water suits young children; access is limited to resort guests or day pass holders.
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- What is the best part of Trinidad to visit?
- The north coast, with bays backed by rainforest such as Maracas and Las Cuevas, plus Tobago's calm beaches.
