Asa Wright Nature Center

The Asa Wright Nature Center is a “Not-for-Profit” Trust established in 1967 by a group of naturalists and bird-watchers to “protect part of the Arima Valley in a natural state and to create a conservation and study area for the protection of wildlife and for the enjoyment of all.” It was one of the first nature centers to be established in the Caribbean.

I have visited there five times since i have been coming to Trinidad. Each time was a "special" experience. On my last visit i was able to stay three days and much better able to feel the pace of is wonderful place.

Exploring the Natural Wonder of the Island

A significant amount of Trinidad is still in its natural state. From the mountain rainforests to the coastal mangroves to the waterfalls to the many popular beaches, there is so much to see.

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Beaches and Places to Anchor

Maracas Bay

Maracas Beach is the most popular beach on the north coast of Trinidad — great food, good stretch of sand, on-site facilities. Famous for it's Bake and Shark. A long drive through very interesting scenery.

Macqueripe Bay

Small secluded bay near Chaguaramas. Accessible by car, bike or even a long walk. Good hiking through the bamboo cathedral and views of the Red Howler Monkey on occasion.

Scotland Bay

A nice bay in the "bocas" near Chaguaramas, only accessible by boat. A frequent stop arriving or departing Trinidad. Accessible by dingy with a good outboard.

Gran Rivierre Beach

A natural, unspoiled beach on the Trinidad's North coast. It is one of the largest nesting sites for the Leatherback turtle in the Western Hemisphere.

Mayaro Beach

Mayaro Bay stretches for nine miles along the east coast of Trinidad. The beach which lines the bay, Mayaro Beach, is a popular destination for holidays, long weekends, and is one of the traditional places to spend the Easter holidays. It is located at the southern end of Manzanilla Beach.

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