Tobago is the Caribbean island where you can really switch off

Tobago is the Caribbean’s best-kept secret, an island where untouched nature meets stunning beaches and vibrant wildlife.

Venture off the beaten track and you’ll discover this authentic corner of the Caribbean, where locals welcome you to enjoy fish cooked over bonfires on the beach, and include you in harvest festival celebrations.

You can spot one of the world’s rarest hummingbirds, bathe in rainforest waterfalls and swim in turquoise seas.

Few know this corner of the Caribbean, but the adventurers who visit tend to fall in love with the lush scenery and the postcard-perfect beaches, the warm locals and the richly varied Creole cuisine.

What’s more, when you book your trip with British Airways Holidays you’ll benefit from regular British Airways flights to the island, and a range of hotel options to suit all budgets.

All British Airways Holidays packages are ATOL protected and you have access to a 24 hour holiday helpline while you’re away, so you can relax and enjoy your holiday.

You can also secure your holiday with a low deposit, with no balance due until seven weeks before departure, so read on to discover why Tobago should be your next holiday destination.

Into the wild

Step into Tobago’s ancient rainforest, the oldest protected rainforest in the Western hemisphere.

Trails and tracks wind through lush, UNESCO-listed Main Ridge Forest Reserve, leading to hidden waterfalls and crystal-clear pools where you can bathe in pure, refreshing water.

It’s an untouched paradise, offering moments of true tranquillity amidst the wild, botanical heart of the island.

Combine emerald scenery with unspoilt beaches, exploring the island to find your favourite, perhaps enjoying a sunrise yoga session, or serene stand-up paddleboarding.

Bird enthusiasts, get your cameras ready, because you will be in paradise! Flashes of colour reveal exotic birds living in the wild, such as the rare white-tailed sabrewing hummingbird, one of more than 260 bird species on the island.

Reached by a 20-minute boat ride, Little Tobago Island is a sanctuary for seabirds, where frigatebirds and red-billed tropicbirds soar in their natural habitat.

Water wonders

Tobago boasts breathtaking beaches of unparalleled purity.

Situated between the Atlantic and Caribbean, its shores offer diverse experiences, with the northern coasts lapped by tranquil waters, and the south home to the majestic force of ocean waves.

Each beach shimmers with its own distinct allure: prepare to be utterly captivated by the sheer variety and splendour.

Choose from one of countless secluded havens, on some of which you may find yourself the sole adventurer.