Sightseeing: Region 5 - Upper Atlantic
Our Tobago sightseeing guide shows every notable sightseeing location or feature on the island. Hold your mouse over any location spot to identify it, and click for detailed information.
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RSR  Argyle Waterfall ****
Located just outside Roxborough, on the Scarborough road (only a few hundred metres from the road to Bloody Bay and Caribbean coast), the Argyle Waterfalls are Tobago's highest waterfalls, tumbling 54m (175ft) in a series of stepped cascades.
Admission is TT$30 including the cost of a guide. The guides will find you, more than the other way around, at the entrance from the Windward Road and in the parking area, but make sure that you see their 'official guide' badge before handing over any money. The guides only get about TT$15 of the admission charge, so please bear this in mind when tipping at the end (assuming you were happy with the tour, of course). It is a 15-20 minute nature walk from the parking area to the actual falls. There are deep cool pools for swimming.
WARNING: We strongly advise visitors NOT to visit the Argyle Waterfall other that with a responsible guide or tour party. We have received reports that some visitors who visited the falls in the late afternoon, after the guides had left, have been subject to intimidating demands for money. |
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RSR  Craig Hall Waterfall *
If you want to experience a small waterfall away from the normal tourist areas, try the Craig Hall Waterfall near Mason Hall. It is on the right of the road between Mason Hall and Mesopotamia. |
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First Historical Cafe **
Located just a few miles from Scarborough, near Studley Park, on the Windward coast, the First Historical Cafe is a labour of love for the owner, Mr.Kenneth Washington.
The brightly coloured bamboo shack clings to the cliff top and is a great place to stop for a coffee or refreshment on the way up or down the Atlantic coast. The interior of the cafe is adorned with colourful posters and the handwritten history of Tobago. The cafe is open daily from 10am to 6pm.
SADLY NOW CLOSED AND UNLIKELY TO RE-OPEN |
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RSR  Greenhill Waterfall *
This small waterfall is located on the left of the road between Studley Park and Green Hill. It is best visited during the latter part of the wet season as it can dry up during the dry season. The waterfall is about a five minute hike from the car park. |
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RSR Fort Granby *
Fort Granby was built in 1768 to protect the island's short-lived capital of Georgetown. There are no traces of the fort left, except the gravestone of a young soldier. The grave is set on a pretty wooded headland with nice views and benches are provided under the trees. Nearby is the Dry Dock Pub - a small local restaurant made from a converted boat, the Marquis of Granby. |
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RSR Genesis Nature Park
& Art Gallery *
Located at Goodwood, half-way up the Windward Road between
Scarborough and Roxborough. This small reserve and art gallery
are converted from the garden and living room of local artist,
Michael Spencer, who local paintings and sculptures are for sale.
Resident wildlife includes two capuchin monkeys, boa constrictors,
turkey, turtle, agouti, parrot, wild hogs, cocrico, caimans, silky
Bantams, squirrells and fish.. |
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RSR Hillsborough Dam ***
The source of Tobago's drinking water, Hillsborough Dam is only accessible by permission from the Water & Sewerage Authority (Tel: 639-9093) and a fee is charged to enter. The reservoir is set in a forested area and is a good location for birding (herons and waterfowl) and caiman. You can only get access with a qualified tour guide. There is a small waterfall at Hillsborough. It can't be seen from the road, but you will find them on the left hand side of Hillsborough Trace as you proceed towards the dam. |
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RSR Rainbow Nature Resort *
A short distance from Goldsborough Bay, the Rainbow Nature Resort is a converted cocoa house, now operating as a restaurant with accommodation. Rainbow Falls are a 10-minute walk away and you will be provided with boots to walk in and out of the pretty stream that leads you to the falls, with kingfishers and lizards to keep you company.
Further Information: www.tobagotoday.com |
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