Tobago Cays
Visit the uninhabited Tobago Cays by boat to snorkel, swim and sail among the islands and reefs of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
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Tobago Cays is a group of uninhabited islands in the Grenadines, part of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Boats bring visitors to the cays for time on the water, including snorkeling and swimming near coral reefs. Sea turtles are found in the area, though sightings are not guaranteed. The cays are a destination for people who want a boat-based visit rather than a stay with land-based activities.
You need a boat to reach Tobago Cays. Visit on a sailing trip or arrange a boat from another island; there is no road or regular public transport to the cays. There is no land accommodation there, so plan to sleep aboard or stay on a nearby island. Bring food, drinking water and snorkeling gear, as the cays have no shops. Give sea turtles space in the water, and follow your boat operator’s instructions around the reefs. Plan the visit around your boat arrangements and the time you want to spend on the water.
Tobago Cays in five
- Reach the cays by boatTobago Cays is an uninhabited group of islands and reefs. Arrange a boat from another island or visit as part of a sailing trip.
- Bring snorkeling gearBring a mask and snorkel if you have them. The cays have no shops, so arrange your gear before setting out.
- Give turtles spaceDo not touch, chase or feed sea turtles. Leave them room to surface and swim away.
- Pack food and drinking waterThere are no shops on the cays. Bring food and water for your time there.
- Plan where to sleepThere is no land accommodation on the cays. Stay on a nearby island or sleep aboard your boat.
Things to do in Tobago Cays
See all attractions in Tobago CaysNeed to know
- Currency
- East Caribbean dollar (XCD)
- Entry
- Entry rules depend on passport and trip
- Emergency
- 999 police; ask your boat operator for local contacts
- Tipping
- Not expected
- Time
- UTC-4, no daylight saving
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- JanuaryDry season
- FebruaryDry season
- MarchDry season
- AprilDry season
- MayDry season
- JuneRainy season
- JulyRainy season
- AugustHurricane risk
- SeptemberHurricane risk
- OctoberRainy season
- NovemberRain easing
- DecemberDry season
Right now in Tobago Cays
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 33°
- Humidity
- 78%
- Wind
- 27 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 90%
Tobago Cays
04:39 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today29°26°90%Monday: Thunderstorms. High 29°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 90%.
- Tue29°26°81%Tuesday: Thunderstorms. High 29°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 81%.
- Wed29°27°43%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 27°. Chance of rain 43%.
- Thu29°26°31%Thursday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 31%.
- Fri29°28°18%Friday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 28°. Chance of rain 18%.
- Sat29°28°2%Saturday: Cloudy. High 29°, Low 28°. Chance of rain 2%.
- Sun29°28°2%Sunday: Clear. High 29°, Low 28°. Chance of rain 2%.
Updated 12:39 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 2.7 XCD
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Mayreauabout 30 to 60 min by boatVisit the nearby island for its village and beaches.
- Union Islandabout 1 to 2 hours by boatUse the island as a base for services and onward boat trips.
- Canouanabout 1 to 2 hours by boatAdd another Grenadine island to a sailing itinerary.
Before you go to Tobago Cays
Rules for Tobago Cays, checked
- Check St. Vincent and the Grenadines entry requirements for your passport before travel.Source
- Do not touch, chase or feed sea turtles. Leave them room to swim and surface.
- Follow your boat operator’s instructions for anchoring and access around the reefs.
Tobago Cays FAQ
How do you get to Tobago Cays?
Go by boat from another island or as part of a sailing trip. The cays have no road or regular public transport.
Can you stay overnight in Tobago Cays?
There is no land accommodation on the cays. Stay on a nearby island or sleep aboard a boat.
Can you swim with turtles in Tobago Cays?
Sea turtles are found in the area, but sightings are not guaranteed. Do not touch, chase or feed them; leave them room to surface and swim away.
What should I bring to Tobago Cays?
Bring drinking water, food and snorkeling gear. There are no shops on the cays.
Do you need a boat tour for Tobago Cays?
You need a boat to reach the cays. Arrange a boat transfer or visit as part of a sailing trip.
What currency is used in Tobago Cays?
The local currency is the East Caribbean dollar (XCD). Confirm payment details with your boat operator before departure.