Chacachacare Island Lighthouse and Salt Pond Hike
Sun 22nd November , 2026
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
DDI, Trinidad
Description
Discover the hidden gems of Chacachacare Island with the Lighthouse and Salt Pond Tour Down "D" Islands, an adventure rich in history, natural beauty, and tranquility. Marvel at the natural wonder at the serene salt pond and explore the historic lighthouse, perched majestically on the island, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding seas and nearby islands. A relaxing dip in the clear, calm and soothing waters of Perruquier Bay is the reward after a day of hike-citement!
Includes:
- Boat Ride to Chacachacare Island the largest and most westerly of the five Bocas Islands 'Down d Islands' and the closest to the Venezuelan coastline
- A stop at Bandu Su Bay on the southern side of the island. Upon reaching the Bay we will disembark the boat into the water about 15 feet away from the shore. We will then go on a very short and easy 5 minute trail to the Salt Pond.
- The boat will then take us across to the jetty on the northwestern side of the island where we will hike for roughly one hour to the highest point on the island (825 feet) to visit the Lighthouse to take in breath-taking panoramic views of the surrounding Bocas Islands and Venezuela in the distance
- A relaxing dip in the clear, calm and soothing waters of Perruquier Bay
Details
- Hike Rating- 6 out of 10 (Moderate)
- Duration- Involves 2 hours of walking inclusive of 1 hour 20 mins uphill and 40 mins downhill
- Includes: Bottled Water and Boat Transportation
- Assembly time: 8:00am (At Alcan Bay, Chaguaramas)
- Departure time- 8:30am
- Expected time of return- 4:00pm (To Alcan Bay, Chaguaramas)
- Parking available at Alcan Bay
- Lifejackets provided
- The boat has washroom facilities
- Please see our activity Waiver Form which will be provided to be signed on the day of the trip- https://bit.ly/3INYfkr
- Please see our Refund/Cancellation Policy- https://bit.ly/48ccagk