little tobago

A private guide (Peter Cox) took us to Little Tobago on a glass bottom boat. While one person explored Little Tobago (birdwatcher) with the guide, the girls did some snorkeling right outside the island, another family member were diving with another crew. The birdwatcher was very happy with the visit to the island and saw birds that she wouldn’t see somewhere else in Tobago. Choppy sea on the Atlantic side of Tobago, easy to get sea sick on the short boat ride to Little Tobago.

The boats to Little Tobago left from our hotel so travel was easy. We went with Troy's boat as Randy had been recommended to us as a great birding guide. He gave excellent info as we sailed over the reef and disembarking the boat. Unfortunately the sea/waves didn't listen to him and it was quite 'hairy'. The birds were fantastic and Randy made sure we saw everything. On the return journey we stopped to snorkel at Angel Reef. I am not a strong swimmer and found it a challenge but I wouldn't have missed it! Good value for money especially for those interested in birds.

Have been to this island twice 2006 and 2008 fantastic birdwatching nesting red billed frigit birds the highlight. Bonus was james bond house and snorkling massive brain coral giant clams and loads of fish. Really excellent trip.

I love Little Tobago. Its a small islet off the northeastern tip of Tobago and great as a day trip, about 1/2 hour by boat. There are a few slightly challenging walking trails to the cliff tops where seabirds can be viewed. Used to be the home of some birds of paradise, but alas no more.

The island is just 15 minutes boat ride from Speyside coast. The view of the islands around from the water is magnificent. Little Tobago is a very small island and its just a 15 minute easy hike up to the top. Once you get up there, the view is simply breathtaking. We saw some 200 tropical birds swarming around. Its quite surreal up there. Awesome place for bird watchers! The Speyside reef is also quite nice for snorkelling.

If you're interested in eco tourism then this would be a great stop. The guide points out various birds and plants and spiders, some not seen anywhere else. They also give you the history of the Bird of Paradise which the island got its first name from. Great little hike.

How to get there:- We did as part of a glass bottom boat tour with Franky's Tours (from Batteaux bay, within Blue Waters Inn Resort), which also included snorkelling in Angel's Reef (cost 150TT)Little Tobago:- Small island, quite dense (thus quite humid)- Paved path/steps to top, with nice viewsOur Tour:- Guide showed us various plants, discussed the history of the island & Tobago, pointed out different species of birds (we saw maybe 3 different species), trap-door spiders etc.What to bring:- Sunscreen- Light clothes - it gets quite humid in the forest- Repellant- Water- Swimming/snorkelling gear - can go swim/snorkel in Angel's Reef- Camera- Binoculars if you're keen on birdwatchingOther Tips:- No bathrooms here or places to buy food

excellent trip including glass bottom boat, snorkelling / swimming if desired + visit to the bird sanctuary of little tobago island . excellent views, guide had brilliant binoculars to view red footed boobies, tropical birds etc. fairly steep climb to the top.

Lovely preserved natural island. have a good guide to point out the many critters, such as the trap door spidrs, hermit crabs, lizards, and - ah yes, the birds. so many, doing their thing all around you.

This is a small island northeast of Tobago and also know for bird sanctuary. But don't expect to see many birds here like the ASA Bird sanctuary in Trinidad. There's only a handful of birds and if you're lucky like us we saw motmot bird, laughing sea gull nesting, etc. This is an island with thick virgin forest and it's easy to get lost without a tour guide. Our guide Isaac tried to warn us not to venture off the trails because you could get lost easily. It does happened before and it takes 4days before that missing person return back to his original trails and found help. Atop view is nice overlooking the islands with a small hut to take shade. We hired Spencer and our tour guide is Isaac they're both locals and negotiable. Spencer owns his boat so call him first to make appointment as he does scuba diving too. His number is (868) 383-3917. There are other operators like the nearby hotels but pricey if you want to save then go with the locals. He's a nice man and even gives us tips on the local food and where to eat those foods. I highly recommend him.

A nice (if a bit rough) boat ride out to Little Tobago, you get a nice view of Tobago Island. The hike up the side of Little Tobago might be a bit steep for some, but won't be a problem if you're in shape. The viewpoint atop Little Tobago is a wonderful place to see seabirds. Although you get a much closer look when in the Galapagos, it's always wonderful to see Red Billed Tropicbirds, Red and Brown Footed Boobies, Fregates, and Black Capped Laughing Gulls. There is even a bat population in the abandoned wardens house.

Took this trip with Peter Cox, being bird watchers it is a must trip to go on, even if the birds are not your thing it is still an experience with lots to see. On leaving Tobago to get to the island you go over the reef in the glass bottomed boat, where the captain explains everything you see and on this trip my favorite creature a Turtle swam under the boat, this really made my holiday extra special. Onto the island where your guide shows and explains everything, then to the top to see the birds Great. The view from here is awesome. On the return trip you get the opportunity to snorkel over the reef. A really great trip and more than worthy of consideration.

Caught a ride on a glass bottom boat from Blue Waters Inn for just $150 TT which included a short tour of Little Tobago and snorkeling (gear provided by boat, no additiobal fee) on the reef directly in front of Little Tobago. A protected nature reserve, you ascend steps carved out of the jungle up to a point giving good views of Speyside and Pigeon Peak. Then it's over to the other side with views of the Atlantic and other points north. Chose to take the lite birdtour, not being an avid birdwatcher, but did see alot of birds-frigatebirds, bird of paradise, etc.. Interesting to see. The island is owned by the Tobago House of Assembly and has no development. There were what appeared to be bathroom stalls by the jetty, but were locked up when we were there. For the hike/walk up, the guides usually wear sandals but I'd recommend tennis shoes/ hiking shoes to be safe and comfortable. Sunscreen is a good idea too. Camera is a must. There appeared to be a myriad of trails for birdwatching but we took the most well travelled, being a short tour. It mixed well with the snorkeling that came afterwards not far offshore with lots to see. You can arrange a tour thru the tour boat shack on the grounds of Blue Waters Inn.

We were in Tobago in November 2013, so, to be fair, it WAS the rainy season with super-high humidity. While we were on the island there was no breeze at all, so we were dripping with sweat before even starting up the steep trail. We saw only one bird - underwhelming for sure.

We toured the island of Tobago with a guide and we had lunch at Jemma's Tree House which has an excellent view of Little Tobago. We were there to write an article on the destination for the magazine The Light Magazine. The restaurant has an excellent view of the island and we also visited Blue Waters Inn which also overlooks Little Tobago island.