The 8 Best Geologic Formations in Trinidad and Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago

September 3, 2021 Hana Mouser

This tiny twin island republic offers an enticing mix of cultural activities and eco adventure. Located just off the tip of Venezuela, lively Trinidad, the larger of the two, boasts energetic nightlife in modern capital Port-of-Spain. Driving on the North Coast Road reveals lush forest and breathtaking views. Tobago, two hours away by fast ferry, is comparatively serene. Azure seas contrast with pale pink sands and golden sunsets. Protected rainforest and stunning coral reefs complete this paradise.
Restaurants in Trinidad and Tobago

1. La Brea Pitch Lake

La Brea Village Trinidad +1 868-651-1232 http://whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/5645
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4.5 based on 173 reviews

La Brea Pitch Lake

This 100-acre lake releases asphalt from the depths below and is the largest natural asphalt lake in the world.

Reviewed By RossBlake - Cranbrook, Canada

The Pitch Lake in La Brea is a surprising place to visit. What I thought would be a weird oddity to visit as part of a day trip on the island, it turned out to be a highlight and a definitely a recommendation. The lake is known as the largest natural bitumen deposit in the world. While being a tourist attraction, it’s also actively mined for bitumen for roads and a unique ecosystem for wildlife. Pitch from the lake has been mined in some way or another for 500 years, from waterproofing of boats to kerosene production to road bitumen/asphalt. I visited the lake as part of a day trip with Sensational Tours and Transport (can’t recommend more!). We arrived at the lake and were set up with a guide called Daniel, a humorous older gentleman with a wealth of knowledge and a dry wit. We were informed that our feet would be wet, then on pitch in the sun, so we should wear the crocs provided. We waded out onto the lake and traversed the faults where fresh pitch was rising as a liquid before cooling. Daniel explained the history of the site and the extent of the mining being undertaken. We were joined along the way by a local village dog on our journey and watched as an osprey had a meal on the tar. Daniel peeled a layer of tar “skin” to highlight the drying process. He also found fresh liquid tar and used a stick to show the viscosity, producing a ribbon. Daniel found methane vents to flare with a lighter, showing how much gas is surfacing. He also told us about the otters waiting in the reeds to hijack birds landing to feed. We spent over an hour on the lake, witnessing spontaneous combustion under cashew trees to bubbling pitch. The cost was TTD$30 each and well worth the drive!

2. Piparo Mud Volcano

Piparo Trinidad
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4.0 based on 10 reviews

One of Trinidad's several mud volcanoes which usually sit dormant, but occasionally spew mud hundreds of feet into the air.

3. Devil's Woodyard

Trinidad
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3.0 based on 13 reviews

Devil's Woodyard

One of Trinidad's most well-known mud volcanoes, Devil's Woodyard erupts infrequently but dramatically.

Reviewed By loved0n - San Fernando, Caribbean

My husband and I take a drive to devil's woodyard just to go out and relax for the day. Wow what a beautiful and peaceful place with an active mud volcano, we were greated by a very friendly gentleman who explain what to expect ens. We didn't expect what we see there, it's a family friendly place. There is a playground for kids, very clean washrooms for both male and female, area you can bring food to cook, you can rent that area for the day... It's a secure area you had to pay a little fee to go in adults 5tt and kids 2tt

4. The Sisters

Tobago

Near the Brothers, these rock formations protrude from the ocean near the coast of Tobago and are one of the island's more popular diving sites.

5. The Brothers

Tobago

Near the Sisters, these rock formations protrude from the ocean near the coast of Tobago and are one of the island's more popular diving sites.

6. London Bridge Rock Arch

St. Giles Islands Tobago

This large rock has a hole right in the middle of it, with half the passage above the water surface and the other half submerged, making this site a thrilling dive experience.

7. Coral Gardens

Tobago

View these underwater gardens of coral either by glass-bottom boat or up-close-and-personal during a dive.

8. TDE Special

Tobago

A short knife-edge coral ridge covered in volcanic rock is a popular underwater site, giving divers an excellent chance of seeing a wide variety of sea life.

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