Island, Trinidad and Tobago
Tobago
Quieter sister island with rainforest, Buccoo Reef and dive sites, and a slow Caribbean pace. Better for nature than nightlife, with limited public transport and a modest, car-dependent traveler scene.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,630–2,670Comfortable, one person · TT$11,000–18,000Details
- Value for money54/100Better value than 53% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goJan–MayWarmest: Sep, 29°CDetails
- Air quality13.8 µg/m³PM2.5 annual average (2022) · ModerateDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilPiped water is treated but supply is irregular; most people drink filtered or bottled water.Details
- LGBTQ+2/5HostileDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: spoken almost everywhereDetails
- Doctor's visit$44–89Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundRental carYou'll need transportDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards work in hotels and larger restaurants; carry TTD for route taxis, beach vendors and village shops.Details
Where to stay in Tobago
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Crown Point and Store Bay | Airport side: hotels, beaches, restaurants, buses to Scarborough |
| Pigeon Point | Postcard beach and Buccoo Reef boat trips |
| Castara and Charlotteville | Quiet fishing villages on the north coast |
| Speyside | Diving, snorkelling and bird-watching on the east |
Apps that work in Tobago
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Taxis: No ride-hailing apps. Use route taxis, taxis arranged by your host, or a rental car.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Trinidad and Tobago.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards work in hotels and larger restaurants; carry TTD for route taxis, beach vendors and village shops. ATMs are limited outside Scarborough and Crown Point.
- Currency: Dollar (TTD). US$1 ≈ TT$6.74 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: ATMs dispense TT dollars; foreign cards pay local and home-bank fees. Use machines inside banks or malls.
- Tipping: Add 10–15% in restaurants unless service is included. Tip taxi drivers a small amount.
- Paying by phone: Contactless cards work in chains; Apple Pay and Google Pay are limited. Cash for most small places.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Passport must be valid for 6 months after arrival. You may be asked for an onward ticket and proof of funds.
- Many visitors are admitted for up to 90 days; extend through the Immigration Division.
- Cash over TT$20,000 must be declared.
Emergency numbers
Police 999 · Ambulance 811 · Fire 990
Plugs
Type A, B · 115 V, 60 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Prepaid SIMs from bmobile or Digicel at the airport or stores, with passport; data packs are cheap. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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