Biking
Trinidad’s network of old oilfield roads and hiking paths provide a range of
surfaces and environments for cycling. Terrain ranges from flat land to rolling
inclines to hillsides. If you have a preference for a paved surface, almost
every area of Trinidad has country roads with reduced vehicle traffic. The
cross-country rider will be able to find undulating land with natural vistas.
The mountain biker can find forest trails with fallen logs, bamboo and
streams across the trail requiring navigation skills and dexterity.
Trinidad’s network of old oilfield roads and hiking paths provide a range of
surfaces and environments for cycling. Terrain ranges from flat land to rolling
inclines to hillsides. If you have a preference for a paved surface, almost
every area of Trinidad has country roads with reduced vehicle traffic. The
cross-country rider will be able to find undulating land with natural vistas.
The mountain biker can find forest trails with fallen logs, bamboo and
streams across the trail requiring navigation skills and dexterity.
Bird Watching
With tropical savannah, rainforest, woodlands and mangrove swamp,
Trinidad is a paradise for lovers of diverse bird life. More than 430 bird
species, from the elusive Speckled Tanager to the spectacular Scarlet Ibis
can be spotted on the island.
With tropical savannah, rainforest, woodlands and mangrove swamp,
Trinidad is a paradise for lovers of diverse bird life. More than 430 bird
species, from the elusive Speckled Tanager to the spectacular Scarlet Ibis
can be spotted on the island.
Cave Exploration
Trinidad has several fascinating cave systems. In the Northern Mountain
Range lies the Aripo Caves, Trinidad’s largest accessible cave system,
and home to a colony of nocturnal oilbirds. In Central Trinidad, the
Tamana Caves, a complex boasting a wide 30-foot entrance and 11 species
of bats, and the Cumaca Caves provides exciting opportunities for hikers.
Off the western peninsula, on the island of Gaspar Grande, a network of
underground caverns called the Gasparee Caves provide a wealth of
geological formations including stalactites, flow stones and fringed curtains.
Trinidad has several fascinating cave systems. In the Northern Mountain
Range lies the Aripo Caves, Trinidad’s largest accessible cave system,
and home to a colony of nocturnal oilbirds. In Central Trinidad, the
Tamana Caves, a complex boasting a wide 30-foot entrance and 11 species
of bats, and the Cumaca Caves provides exciting opportunities for hikers.
Off the western peninsula, on the island of Gaspar Grande, a network of
underground caverns called the Gasparee Caves provide a wealth of
geological formations including stalactites, flow stones and fringed curtains.
Hiking
Trinidad offers a range of hiking trails ranging with various difficulty levels.
Covered by rain forest, the island’s Northern Mountain Range is a
favourite with hikers for its variety of trails, waterfalls, rivers, streams,
and limestone caves, but the wetlands of Central Trinidad and wildlife rich
southern mountain range are great for exploring.
Trinidad offers a range of hiking trails ranging with various difficulty levels.
Covered by rain forest, the island’s Northern Mountain Range is a
favourite with hikers for its variety of trails, waterfalls, rivers, streams,
and limestone caves, but the wetlands of Central Trinidad and wildlife rich
southern mountain range are great for exploring.
Kayaking
Kayaking in Trinidad provides pleasures for those who do not want to content
with large waves, ocean swells, and unpredictable sea currents. Chaguaramas,
on the western peninsula and Godineau River in south Trinidad are popular
kayaking sites.
Kayaking in Trinidad provides pleasures for those who do not want to content
with large waves, ocean swells, and unpredictable sea currents. Chaguaramas,
on the western peninsula and Godineau River in south Trinidad are popular
kayaking sites.
Turtle Watching
During the months of May to September, the sandy beaches along Trinidad’s
northeast coast are transformed as hundreds of marine turtles clamber to nest
each night in an awe inspiring spectacle. Five species of turtle nest in
Trinidad – Leatherback, Loggerhead, Green, Hawksbill, and Olive Ridley.
The leatherback turtle is the most visually dramatic of the turtles that nest in
Trinidad, with adults varying in size from 600 to 2,000 pounds.
During the months of May to September, the sandy beaches along Trinidad’s
northeast coast are transformed as hundreds of marine turtles clamber to nest
each night in an awe inspiring spectacle. Five species of turtle nest in
Trinidad – Leatherback, Loggerhead, Green, Hawksbill, and Olive Ridley.
The leatherback turtle is the most visually dramatic of the turtles that nest in
Trinidad, with adults varying in size from 600 to 2,000 pounds.