Buccoo Reef & Nylon Pool: Snorkel Tour with Lagoon Stop

Summary

Snorkeling Buccoo Reef then drifting at Nylon Pool with a local

You’ll start from Buccoo Jetty with a local guide, snorkeling vibrant Buccoo Reef before floating at Nylon Pool’s surreal shallows. There’s time for laughter, stories, and quiet moments on No Man’s Land beach—all gear included, plus bottled water so you can just focus on soaking it all in.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit I didn’t expect to laugh so much on a boat. We left Buccoo Jetty with the sun already climbing, salt in the air, and that sort of nervous energy you get before trying something new. Our captain—everyone just called him “Mango”—had this habit of humming old calypso tunes between giving us little facts about Tobago and pointing out where the reef started to show through the blue. I kept squinting at the water, trying to catch the first flash of coral.

At Buccoo Reef, Mango handed out snorkels (mine fogged up immediately—classic) and told us not to worry if we’d never done it before. I slid into the water and for a second forgot how to breathe. The coral looked closer than I thought, all shapes and colors moving under me. There was this one fish—electric blue, darting around like it owned the place. The water tasted a bit metallic but not unpleasant, just different from home.

We drifted next to Nylon Pool after that. It’s weird: you’re far from shore but standing waist-deep in glassy water that feels softer than any pool I’ve known. Someone said it’s supposed to make you look younger if you swim there—Mango just grinned and said he’s been coming for years and still has all his wrinkles. The sky was wide open above us; I remember thinking how quiet it got when everyone stopped talking for a minute.

No Man’s Land was our last stop—a sandy spit with nothing but driftwood and shells scattered around. We ate snacks (I brought too many plantain chips), watched a few birds dart by, and tried skipping stones toward Pigeon Point in the distance. The ride back was quieter; maybe everyone was tired or maybe just full of sun and saltwater. Sometimes you don’t realize how much you needed a day like this until you’re already heading home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Buccoo Reef and Nylon Pool tour

• Depart Buccoo Jetty
• View Buccoo Reef corals and fishes
• Snorkel at Buccoo Reef
• Stop at Nylon Pool
• Visit No Man's Land Pass at Pigeon Point

Top questions

How long is the Buccoo Reef & Nylon Pool tour?

The tour includes five stops and typically lasts several hours depending on group pace.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes, use of snorkeling equipment is included in your tour.

Does the tour include bottled water?

Bottled water is provided for all guests during the trip.

Where does the tour depart from?

The tour departs from Buccoo Jetty in Tobago.

Are infants allowed on this tour?

Infants are welcome but must sit on an adult's lap during the boat ride.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to Buccoo Jetty.

Is lunch included in this tour?

No lunch is included; only bottled water is provided but you can bring your own snacks.

Is this suitable for beginners or non-swimmers?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels; beginners are welcome.

What’s included

Your day includes departure from Buccoo Jetty with a local guide at the helm, use of snorkeling equipment for exploring Buccoo Reef, bottled water to keep cool under the Tobago sun, plus plenty of time drifting at Nylon Pool and relaxing at No Man’s Land before heading back along the coast.