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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This nature tour takes you in an open flat-bottomed boat into the famous Caroni Wetlands with open lagoons and waterways and a beautiful scenery of the serene landscape of this untouched mangrove swamp. In the sunset you view dozens of different species of wildlife with the highlight being the spectacular Scarlet Ibis. See hundreds of birds fly in unison to their roosting trees.
Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Departure Point
St. Ann's, 10 Nook Ave, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
We pick up at hotels in Port of Spain and environs. Any pick-up outside of Port of Spain requires an additional cost.
Traveler pickup
Piarco Airport, Port of Spain, Caribbean
Caroni Lagoon National Park, Caribbean This tour takes you into the beautiful serene landscape of the untouched mangrove Caroni Swamp, a world-class destination for bird watchers and outdoor enthusiasts, and home to the National Bird of Trinidad, the bright red Scarlet Ibis.
Bird life is particularly abundant in Trinidad and this tour provides a delightful introduction with appeal to bird-watching enthusiasts as well as those just interested in the outdoors. The Caroni Bird Sanctuary is a 48 square mile wetland area on Trinidad’s western coast, part mangrove swamp and part lagoon.
Upon arrival you will board a large flat-bottomed boat with outboard motor and slowly travel along the beautiful waterways admiring the unusual landscape and variety of birds, crustaceans and other wildlife. Birds you may spot include the neo-tropical cormorant, large-billed tern, tri-colored heron, red-capped cardinal, snowy egret and bi-colored cane-bill – to name just a few. Red, black and white mangroves populate the edges of the waterways and many tiny oysters cling to the roots of the mangroves. There are also possible sightings of non-poisonous snakes in the branches of the trees, caimans or silky anteaters.
Arriving in the wide lagoon, the boat becomes your floating vantage point to witness the protected brightly colored Scarlet Ibis. The birds feed and nest in this area and every sunset they fly in unison to roost, a spectacular cloud of red against the evening sky. They settle in the mangroves as the sun is setting, the quiet atmosphere of the lagoon adding atmosphere to a memorable trip. 150 minutes
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is smart casual
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Z6412GUandyd
24 Apr 2023
Everything as described. Great communication with the tour company. Saw dozens of Scarlet Ibis and several other animals/birds. Our guide was excellent. A very enjoyable evening.
973katei
23 Apr 2023
We went to the Caroni Wetlands with Khaleel, and it was truly amazing—exceeding my expectations! We saw everything we wanted to see and more, from the Trinidad cardinal to woodpeckers, and even a little owl! We also saw 2 snakes wrapped in trees near the water. I can’t believe we saw a little furry anteater, holding onto a tree! We saw a few of the bright blue herons and brilliant scarlet ibises in the narrow waterways, but the big show was at the end. When the waters opened up, we saw flamingoes eating and bathing, and coming in for a landing. Then we saw snowy white egrets, blue herons, and the main feature, scarlet ibises, coming to roost in their “home” island at sunset. You had to experience this magnificent site to capture it in your memory. We took many beautiful photos to share with our family and relive this beautiful day.
Debra T
13 Apr 2023
This is a must see. Not sure where this was going on the start of our boat journey, but the surprise at the end was worth it. Our driver was wonderful.
This tour in
Trinidad and Tobago
is organized by
Island Experiences
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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