Called Robinson Crusoe's Island, Tobago is one of the Caribbean's best-kept secrets. Situated 32 km (21 miles) northeast of its sister isle Trinidad, Tobago is latitude 11 degrees N, longitude 60 degrees W. Experience the stunning natural beauty, lush rain forest covered mountains, waterfalls, small villages full of history and character, spectacular sandy white beaches and clear turquoise waters, winding roads, undersea gardens at the coral reef, friendly people.
Beaches
Tobago is world-famous for its sandy white beaches and clear
turquoise waters. Guests can cater themselves to extreme water-sports,
such as Windsurfing, Surfboarding, Snorkeling, or the ever-famous, animal
spotting tours to just spending a day at the beach with family and
friends; and catch some much needed sun while they are at it. There are
several beaches within walking distance of J'Ouvert Villa; some that offer
privacy and seclusions, while others focus more on activities and sports
for others. Wherever you decide to go, we can assure you that you will
have an amazing time and take home beautiful memories of your stay in
Tobago.
The following gallery shows off some of the beaches and sports activity including Arnos Vale Beach - great snorkelling, Englishman's Bay, Speyside Bay Beach, Pigeon Point Beach, Parlatouvier Bay Beach, Stonehaven Beach, and Mount Irvine Beach.
Mount Irvine Beach, Tobago
Pigeon Point Beach, Tobago, Kite Surfing
Parlatuvier Bay, Tobago
Golfing
There are two excellent golf courses in Tobago. Adjacent to J'Ouvert Villa is Mount Irvine Bay Golf Club, a magnificent 18 hole, 72 par, championship course set on 125 acres on the grounds of an old plantation with Caribbean Sea views, and interestingly was in the famous film and TV series "Shell's Wonderful World of Golf" in 1969, also hosted the Johnnie Walker International Pro-Am. The other, Tobago Plantations Golf and Country Club, is a modern course on another old sugar plantation on the Lowlands estate. The course runs by the Atlantic Ocean and takes you past beaches, mangroves, wetlands and woodland copses. It hosted the Tobago Plantations and Seniors Classic (PGA European Tour) in 2002 and 2003.
Watersports and Tours
While staying at the beautiful J'Ouvert Villa, one
thing is for certain; our guests are never bored. There is an abundance of
activity all within walking distance of the Villa. The guests can satisfy
their hunger for extreme sports by enjoying the beautiful view of Tobago
through Kite-Surfing, Water-Skiing, and Wake-Boarding. Guests can also
partake in professional tours of the Caribbean Sea; snorkeling in the
coral reefs, deep-sea fishing, and glass-bottom boat trips are some of the
most enjoyable things to do while enjoying your stay at J'Ouvert Villa.
A wide variety of water sports are available, many of them very close by. These include: scuba diving, snorkelling ( the coral reefs are spectacular), Hobie Cat sailing, kite-surfing, water-skiing, glass-bottom boat trips, wake boarding, deep sea fishing, and swimming.
The many forts of Tobago reflect some 300 years of a rich and varied history including war, pirate attacks and invasions. The Tobago Heritage Festival, which takes place during July and August each year celebrates Tobago's culture and features Tobagonian fare, goat and crab racing, contemporary choreography and musical arrangements.
Tour Trinidad and Tobago
Food & Cuisine
J'Ouvert Villa is close to several excellent restaurants and well stocked supermarkets. Along with optional self catering available at J'Ouvert Villa to suite yoru needs, you can also buy fresh fish daily from the fishermen on the beach, sample local produce from Scarborough market or try delicious local dishes from the stalls at Store Bay Beach.