Caroni Swamp
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Fatema Tafazl
Leeds, UK192 contributions
Feb 2020
We had a lovely and safe experience on the boats. There was a lot to see in the swamp area, which is unexpectedly large and eventually washes into the sea, if followed all the way down. We recommend going 1-2 hours before sunset, as the birds come to roost in the mangrove trees, which provides a good opportunity to see them.
We had the opportunity to see flocks of the national bird of Trinidad and Tobago, the Red Ibis. Lots of blue heron and white stork. Even a tree snake or two.
We were taken for about 2 hours, including the time taken to go to and from each site.
We had the opportunity to see flocks of the national bird of Trinidad and Tobago, the Red Ibis. Lots of blue heron and white stork. Even a tree snake or two.
We were taken for about 2 hours, including the time taken to go to and from each site.
Written March 24, 2020
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Sharon S
Anchorage, AK30 contributions
Feb 2020
The flight of the scarlet ibis overhead to roost for the night is spectacular. Beyond that the swamp is pleasant but there is not a lot of other wildlife. Nice way to get away from the busy city into a quiet place. The boats have a guide who is adequate. You just need to arrive at the ramp at the correct time.
We decided to do it at the very last minute and found a lovely man, Stephen Broadbridge who was willing to pick us up from our abode and take us to the ramp. He is a naturalist but honestly I would hire him for a more exotic adventure. That said he did take wonderful photos and shared them with us.
We decided to do it at the very last minute and found a lovely man, Stephen Broadbridge who was willing to pick us up from our abode and take us to the ramp. He is a naturalist but honestly I would hire him for a more exotic adventure. That said he did take wonderful photos and shared them with us.
Written March 24, 2020
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kerri
Toronto, Canada3 contributions
Jul 2019
At the edge of the Caroni Swamp in central Trinidad, my family and I boarded a pirogue near dusk. The animals provided quite a show and the tour guide was knowledgeable. We said Caiman, snakes, crabs, and the resplendent scarlet ibis returning home to nest. A must see
Written June 6, 2020
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MelbourneMitch
Woodbrook, Trinidad33 contributions
Mar 2020
Easy ride from Port of Spain. They run boat tours only. Public and private tours available. There office is open from 2:30 to 6:00 daily. You will take a boat through the very well developed mangroves and see different birds and animals. The highlight is watching the scarlet ibis flocks and flamingoes fly to one area to roust the night. Bring your binoculars and cameras as this is one of the only places in the world that you can find these birds in great numbers.
Written March 7, 2020
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Kazzie1409
Sydney, Australia102 contributions
Nov 2019
A really lovely way to spend time in Trinidad. The Caroni Swamp is a spectacle and well worth it. We did the tour as part of a group and spent a fabulous couple of hours touring the mangroves and eventually seeing the spectacle of the Scarlett Ibis returning to roost. Photos don't do it justice.
Written March 20, 2020
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Robert D
Brooklyn, New York2,718 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
I took a boat tour of the Caroni Swamp Bird Sanctuary. The swamp is surrounded by red mangroves and the guide pointed out many of the animals. Among the highlights were a tree boa, Caribbean Flamingos, and a flock of scarlet ibises returning to their nests. The scarlet ibis is one of the national birds of Trinidad. It's very peaceful when the boatman shuts off the motor and ties the boat to a pole in the water. We sit and watch as the birds fly above us.
Written May 30, 2023
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Vincent L
Merritt Island, FL8 contributions
May 2022
We observed the largest numbers of scarley ibuses and flamingoes that I have ever seen. The y return to the swamp in the late afternoon to roost for the night. Our captain maintained quite a distance from the birds which made them a bit hard to see nd photograph. To his credit, we did not disturb them.
Written May 27, 2022
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WorldTraveler56
Mead, WA26 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
This was a very fun excursion! We went from our cruise ship, so the logistics of getting to the Caroni Swamp was all handled for us (yay!). We did not see the big flocks of the scarlet ibis that you see in the brochures, but given that they return to this area in the evening - at the same time as the mosquitos(!), I was fine with only seeing a few. :) But we also saw flocks of pink flamingos, boas hanging from the trees, Cayman crocodiles, a tiny anteater, and more egrets and other birds to count. It was really fun!
Written December 18, 2023
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Jill
Cottonwood, AZ55 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
Highly recommend!!! You’re sure to see Flamingos, Egrets and the Scarlet Ibis among other things. Once we got through the mangrove and came out in the open area in the flat bottom boat there was an island full of birds and more flocking in!
It was amazing to see the Flamingos fly in!!! But all the Scarlet Ibis... WOW!
We got to see a boa & anteater too among with other things. Very reasonable since you are on a boat with about 30 people.
It was amazing to see the Flamingos fly in!!! But all the Scarlet Ibis... WOW!
We got to see a boa & anteater too among with other things. Very reasonable since you are on a boat with about 30 people.
Written January 31, 2020
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Keith A
Waterdown, Canada18 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
The Trip into the Caroni Swamp is a must do activity for any visitor to Trinidad. My visit was on a picture perfect and clear sky day. The boats are flat bottom and the waters are calm for those who are concerned with sea sickness. I have never seen anyone get sick on these trips. The tour guides are very informative and the birds, mangrove, crabs, and other flora and fauna are to behold. You must go. You will never forget you visit and you will take so many keeper photos on the way.
Written March 6, 2020
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Does the caroni swamp grow hill rice
Hill rice is grown in the Caroni Swamp?
kaka696969
Port of Spain, Trinidad
Hello and good morning. Iam looking to book this for my husband and I. But wondering what hotel you pick up from. We are staying in a air b& b.
Tom G
Jerusalem, Israel25 contributions
We took taxi driver , and he got us to the site
JanJFayNC
New York City, NY14 contributions
Who did you connect with to arrange for this trip? It sounds awesome! What was the cost?
Christenthia L
Trinidad and Tobago220 contributions
Hi, the trips run pretty much daily. You get to the loading bay between 3 and 4 in the afternoon and you load up for your approximately 3 hour adventure. Nanan Tours is the best.
Caroni Bird Sanctuary Tours. Nanan's Caroni Bird Sanctuary Tours (868 645 1305) conduct lectured boat tours daily into the Caroni Swamp by well trained guides. Tours leave the jetty at 4:00 p.m. and return by 6:30 p.m.. Meeting time is at 3:40 p.m at the Caroni Bird Sanctuary.
whachoodoin
Antioch, CA6 contributions
How long does it take to get there from the Piarco airport on a weekday afternoon? Is there a place to leave our luggage?
Donna G
Port of Spain, Trinidad44 contributions
Hello
I am uncertain as to whether or not there is a lodging facility at Piarco but if you get your baggage secured it takes about 30 to 45 minutes to get there because you can pass through the back, by the post office and there is less traffic.
Kenwoodtennis
Bethesda, MD15 contributions
Did you use a particular company for your tour of Caroni Swamp?
Salina A
Port of Spain, Trinidad19 contributions
so sorry for the late reply. nanan tours
Stephen B
Port of Spain, Trinidad4 contributions
When you went to Caroni you only saw 4 types of bird?
Yesterday I did a trip and we saw around 15 plus one silky anteater and 2 snakes.
The boat ride is actually US10.
Your transport charge was high, but normal if you were a lone traveler with a taxi waiting.
It seems part of you disappointment was more to do with the tour company are driver that took you there rather than the actual location you commented on.
May I ask who you used?
Mike C
Arima, Trinidad19 contributions
There seem to be a little mix-up. The visitor re-read his review and from my understanding he enjoyed the trip.
It's a nice experience and you will not regret going there.
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- Hotels near Caroni Swamp:
- (4.63 mi) Courtyard By Marriott Port Of Spain
- (7.35 mi) Piarco Village Suites
- (7.41 mi) Culture Crossroads Inn
- (5.30 mi) Hyatt Regency Trinidad
- (6.56 mi) The BRIX, Autograph Collection
- Restaurants near Caroni Swamp:
- (6.45 mi) The Meena House
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