About Tobago
Tobago is a small island 26 miles long by 8 miles across (42 x 10 kilometres) 60° 40‘ W 11 14' N and is 10 degrees north of the equator. It is 21 miles north east of Trinidad and is close to the east coast of Venezuela. It is a dormant volcanic island and is part of a sunken mountain chain, related to South America. Tobago is one of two islands that make up a nation - Trinidad and Tobago (commonly known as T&T) and they are governed as one country.
Landscape
"A mountainous green oasis of charm and calm." National Geographic Traveler - The Caribbean
The central highlands are covered in dense rainforest that is intersected by river valleys and waterfalls. The island is covered in lush tropical vegetation. The winding coastal roads pass many bays, deserted beaches, tiny fishing villages, and stunning Views and panoramas. The road across the island climbs steeply inland to the central mountain ridge and the rain forest. The coastline varies from gently sloping coral-sand bays, rocky cliffs to more open windswept stretches on the Atlantic side. The offshore coral reefs teem with marine life and are a delight for diving and snorkeling. There are also a few much smaller islands off the coast that have been protected as sea bird sanctuaries.
Weather
Tobago enjoys all year round sunshine and warm temperatures (average 30C, 86F). The wet (rainy) season is from June to November. This does not mean monsoons or constant rain for these months. The tropical downpours usually happen in short sharp bursts, clearing quickly and returning to warm sunshine. During this time the vegetation grows rapidly and the whole island is green and lush.
The dry season runs from December to May, is cooler (average 27C, 80F) and less humid. Bougainvillea flowers at this time and the scenery is a blaze of colour. The hurricane season in the Caribbean runs from June to November, but Tobago is well to the south of the hurricane belt and escapes these fierce tropical storms.
Visitors
"One of the most overlooked and best destinations in the Caribbean." Lonely Planet - Eastern Caribbean
Tobago is a beautiful, unspoilt, uncommercialised, and delightfully relaxed island that has much to offer the traveler. Some visitors enjoy activities such as diving, snorkeling, hiking, exploring, water sports, golf, sightseeing or bird watching whilst others come to escape in search of sun, sea and relaxation in beautiful surroundings.