Trinidad e Tobago

Cascate a Trinidad e Tobago

Stunning Waterfalls

This collection highlights natural cascades across Trinidad and Tobago, ranging from the deep emerald swimming hole of Rio Seco to the multi-tiered Highland Waterfall in Tobago. While Blue Basin Falls offers a pool surrounded by fern-lined cliffs near Diego Martin, the secluded Paria Waterfall requires a coastal hike from Blanchisseuse. Rainbowfalls is noted for light refraction in its mist, and Balandra features a series of accessible basins. These sites showcase the islands' diverse geology, from Northern Range rainforests to coastal river systems.

Stunning Waterfalls — Mappa

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A

Paria Waterfall

One of the more secluded waterfalls. The way here might be quite a hike, but the sight of the breath-taking waterfall is a great reward.

B

Highland Waterfall

A multi-tiered cascade located near Moriah in Tobago. The site is accessible via a rainforest trail and features several deep pools suitable for swimming.

C

Rio Seco Waterfall

Features a wide, deep emerald-green pool. Reached by a 30- to 45-minute trail through the Matura National Park, this is one of the most accessible waterfalls in Trinidad for swimming.

D

Rainbowfalls

Situated along the Goldsborough River in Tobago. The waterfall is named for the rainbows frequently visible in the spray and requires a hike through a former cocoa estate.

E

Balandra Waterfall

A series of small sandstone tiers and shallow basins located on Trinidad’s northeast coast. The trail follows a riverbed and is generally a short, easy hike.

F

Blue Basin Falls

Located in the Diego Martin valley, this waterfall drops into a pool surrounded by steep, fern-covered rock walls. It is one of the oldest recorded natural attractions in Trinidad.