Avocat Waterfall and Maracas Bay tour from Trinidad

Rainforest hike to a waterfall pool, then a beach afternoon at Maracas Bay

A 7-hour guided tour from Trinidad combines a short rainforest hike to Avocat Waterfall near Blanchisseuse, a swim in the natural plunge pool, and an afternoon at Maracas Bay beach with local food. The guide and driver handle transport and timing. Pickup is included and children from age 8 are welcome. Water and parking fees are covered.

Step-by-step itinerary

Hike waterfall and relax at beach

• Hike to Avocat Waterfall
• Relax in waterfall plunge pool
• Drive to Maracas Bay
• Relax on Maracas Bay beach
• Enjoy local dishes Bake and Shark and Aloo Pie

The experience

Blanchisseuse sits on Trinidad's northern coast, and the tour starts with a hike through rainforest to Avocat Waterfall. The walk is short but steady, and the payoff is the plunge pool at the base of the falls: cold, clear water where you can swim and float under the spray. After you've cooled off and dried out, the guide drives you south to Maracas Bay, the island's most popular beach, where the rest of the day is yours to spend on the sand and in the turquoise water.

Food is a real part of the afternoon at Maracas. The beach vendors sell Bake and Shark, fried flatbread stuffed with seasoned fish, and Aloo Pie, a potato pastry that locals eat as a snack or a light meal. You order and eat at your own pace, sitting on the beach or at a table under a shelter. The guide stays with the group but does not dictate the schedule. You swim, eat, rest and leave when the group is ready to head back.

The tour runs 7 hours total. Pickup time is set by the operator once you book, and the driver collects you from your hotel. Bring sturdy hiking shoes, swimwear, a towel and a change of clothes. Insect repellent is useful in the rainforest. The hike demands a moderate level of fitness. It is not steep or long, but it is steady and the ground is uneven. Water is provided throughout the day.

What’s included

• Guide and driver.
• hotel pickup and all transport between stops.
• water throughout the day.
• parking fees.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:30

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (12 to 65 years) · Child (8 to 11 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 40

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Sensational Tour

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want rainforest hiking and beach swimming in one day with a small group that moves at a relaxed pace, rather than a large coach tour rushing between stops.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 11 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the hike to Avocat Waterfall actually like?

The hike is short but steady through rainforest to reach the waterfall and its natural plunge pool. It requires moderate fitness and sturdy shoes, but the walk is not steep or long. The real reward is swimming in the cold water at the base of the falls.

Can I bring my eight-year-old on this tour?

Children from age 8 are welcome. They need to be comfortable hiking on uneven ground and swimming in a natural pool. The operator will confirm fitness level when you book.

What food is available at Maracas Bay?

Local vendors at the beach sell Bake and Shark, a fried flatbread with seasoned fish, and Aloo Pie, a potato pastry. You order and pay for food separately. It is not included in the tour price.

How much time do I spend at each stop?

The rainforest hike and waterfall swim take up the first part of the morning. The rest of the 7-hour tour is spent at Maracas Bay, where you set your own pace for swimming, eating and resting on the beach.

What is included in the tour price?

The guide, driver, hotel pickup, transportation between stops, parking fees and water are all included. You pay separately for food at Maracas Bay.