Maracas Bay

Trinidad & Tobago, The Caribbean

Maracas Bay, located on the north coast of Trinidad, is renowned for its stunning golden sands, crystal-clear waters, and lush green hills. It's famous for its vibrant atmosphere, quintessential beach bars serving the iconic bake and shark, and beautiful sunset views. Visitors can enjoy water sports, relax on the beach, and explore nearby hiking trails through the lush rainforest. The bay's unique combination of natural beauty and rich local culture makes it a must-visit destination for those seeking sun and adventure.

Quick facts

Target stay

3-5 days

Type

Coastal Area

Vibe

Relaxing

Airport

Piarco

Known for

Beach

Hiking

Leisure

Wildlife

Best time to visit
Jan
Feb
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8 Best Things to Do in Maracas Bay

1

Est. 3 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Enjoy the Beach

Relax on Maracas Beach's stunning white sands and clear waters.

No booking required
2

Est. 1 hr

Year round

Family-friendly

Taste Bake and Shark

Savor the local delicacy, a must-try street food.

No booking required
3

Est. 2 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Hike to Avocat Waterfall

Explore lush rainforests and enjoy scenic waterfall views.

Booking required
4

Est. 2 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Visit the National Park

Explore the diverse ecosystems of the Las Cuevas area.

No booking required
5

Est. 2.5 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Go Birdwatching

Spot exotic birds in their natural tropical habitats.

No booking required
6

Est. 3 hrs

Seasonal

Family-friendly

Take a Sunset Cruise

Experience breathtaking Caribbean sunsets over the water.

Booking required
7

Est. 1.5 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Explore Local Markets

Discover handmade crafts and local produce at markets.

No booking required
8

Est. 2 hrs

Year round

Family-friendly

Snorkel in Clear Waters

Discover vibrant marine life while snorkeling nearby.

No booking required

Need to know, before you go

Country info

Tipping

Included in bill

Tapwater

Not safe to drink

Safety

1 2 3 4 5

Medium

LGBTQ+ safety score

-7 (#118 globally)

Cost

Standard

Currency

Trinidad and Tobago Dollar

Majority religion

Christian

Language

English

(80%+ speak English)

Best dishes to try

Crab & Callaloo

Crab cooked with leafy greens. (National dish)

Doubles

VE

Curried chickpeas in flatbread.

Bake and Shark

Fried shark in a bun with toppings.

Pelau

Rice and meat cooked in one pot.

Roti

V

Flatbread filled with curried meat or vegetables.

Phrases to learn

English

English

Hello

Hello

(Hel-loh)

Yes/No

Yes / No

(Yes / No)

Thank you

Thank you

(Thang-k yoo)

Excuse me

Excuse me

(Ex-kyoos mee)

How much?

How much?

(How much)