Experience a mixture of Latin culture when you travel to Trinidad. Diverse in wildlife and breathtaking beauty, Trinidad offers nature and environment lovers a perfect getaway. Book a tour to go kayaking or hiking, or simply let the many species of birds come to you as you relax at your resort. Though the weather is tropical and humid, the average temperature is between 65 and 86 degrees. Plan a visit during the dry months of January through May or October.
Get back to nature at the Salybia Nature Resort and Spa. Luxurious guest accommodations offer ocean-front rooms and suites and one seven-room ensuite villa. Outdoor activities include sea kayaking, nature trails, turtle-watching and water sports. Spend the day on the beach, in the infinity pool and waterfall or walk in the gardens. Relaxing spa treatments are available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The onsite restaurant, Paradise, serves both Caribbean and International cuisine and guests can dine in air-conditioning or outside overlooking the ocean. Conference facilities are also available.
Salybia Nature Resort and Spa
13 3/4 Mile Post Toco Main Road
Salybia Village
Matura, Trinidad
West Indies
868-668-5959
The Blanchisseuse Laguna Mar Beach Resort is a getaway destination for those wanting to connect with nature. Located on the North Coast of Trinidad near the fishing village of Blanchisseuse, the resort property runs from the beach at Blanchisseuse Bay up to the mountain rain forest. Guest lodges offer private bathrooms, ceiling fans and balconies and have views of the ocean, river and forest. Walk among exotic fruit and coffee crops and swim in the lagoon at the mouth of the Marianne River. Local flora and fauna thrive in this area, and in nesting season you can watch leatherback turtle lay their eggs on shore.
65 1/2 Mile Marker
Paria Main Road
Trinidad
868-669-2963
lagunamar.com
Another area famous for its nesting sea turtles is on the north coast of Trinidad, the location of Paria Springs Eco Community. Find the locals here fishing, surfing and swimming and stay in Le Grande Almandier guest house right on the beach. Paria Springs Eco Community is in the center of the rain forest and is committed to environmental ecotourism. Outings include mountain biking, kayaking, viewing wildlife and hiking. Enjoy the mix of Caribbean and South American culture as you experience the rain forest, wetlands, waterfalls and mountaintops.
Paria Springs Eco Community
20 La Seiva Rd
Maraval, Trinidad
West Indies
868-622-8826
pariasprings.com
Stay at the lodge or venture out for a rain forest experience at Asa Wright Nature Center and Lodge. Guest rooms are located in the Main Estate House and cottages and offer twin beds and a private bath. Some rooms are handicapped accessible. Guests staying three or more nights are permitted to visit the Oilbird cave to see the Oilbird colony. Birdwatchers, botanists and entomologists will find many species to observe and study at Asa Wright Nature Center. Meals are served family-style and include cuisine from Europe, Asia, India and the West Indies.
Asa Wright Nature Center and Lodge
Spring Hill Estate, Trinidad
800-426-7781
asawright.org
Kariwak Village Holistic Haven and Hotel introduces a holistic vacation experience. The 24 cabana-style guest rooms are simple and located near the pool or in the garden. Rooms are air-conditioned and the property hosts a two-acre tropical garden and thatched roof ajoupa, where various classes are held such as Tai-Chi, yoga and Buddhist mediation. The hotel is a five-minute walk from the airport and beach. Weddings, retreats and conferences are also available.
Kariwak Village Holistic Haven and Hotel
Store Bay Local Road, Crown Point
Tobago West Indies
868-639 8442
kariwak.com
