Castara

Castara is a bay and beach town in the northern part of Trinidad and Tobago, a Caribbean country.

Castara is a seaside village on the leeward (north) coast of the island of Tobago, the smaller of the two islands in the twin-island Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Castara's economy is dependent primarily on fishing and agriculture, with tourism playing an increasingly important role since the 1990s. Tourism is also important, with small guesthouses, restaurants and holiday accommodations spread around the village and hillsides. Castara has two main beaches, Castara Bay and the smaller Heavenly Bay. The village is surrounded by forested hills and is close to the protected natural areas of Tobago.

Castara can be reached by car from Scarborough (ferry terminal) or Crown Point (airport).

Taxis (and buses) are extremely difficult to get here so make sure you have your own car or a driver before entering.

The town is very walkable. There is not much to do except relax on the beach and watch the frigate birds and pelicans.

• Castara Bay - a great place to snorkel and watch fisherman
• Castara Waterfall — A waterfall and natural swimming area accessible by a trail through the surrounding forest.

• Castara fishing village — The waterfront is a good place to observe traditional fishing activities and local village life.

• Castara rainforest — The hills surrounding the village contain tropical forest and wildlife.

• Swim at Castara Bay.
• Relax on Heavenly Bay.
• Go snorkeling in the coastal waters.
• Take a rainforest walk.
• Visit the local fishing waterfront.
• Go fishing with local operators.
• Explore nearby beaches and villages.
• Watch the sunset from the beach.

Apart from food and drink you shouldn't expect to buy much here.

Not many options here but there are a few hotels and airbnbs along the coast.

• Scarborough - 40 minutes drive south
• Black Rock
• Charlotteville - one hour by car
• Crown Point - one hour by car