The thatched jetty
Tobago's signature.
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Pigeon Point is a white sand beach at the south-western tip of Tobago, with turquoise water and palms. Many call it Tobago's most beautiful beach, and its thatch-roofed jetty has become the island's signature image. The land was privately owned, and the businessman Anthony Sabga developed it as a heritage park. The Tobago House of Assembly bought it in late 2005 for TT$106 million. The entry fee caused controversy but has stayed. You walk to the end of the thatched jetty over clear water, then sit on the sand under the palms. Glass-bottom boats leave from here for the nearby reef. The park has toilets, showers, chair rentals, restaurants, souvenir shops and water sports. Sunset from the jetty is a favourite with photographers. The park is 2.6 km in a straight line north of Crown Point airport and 12 km west of Scarborough. Entry is TT$20 for adults, half price for children 6 to 12 and free under 6, which may change. Swim where a lifeguard is on duty.
Tobago's signature.
Turquoise water and palms.
Trips to the reef.
Pigeon Point Road, Crown Point, south-west Tobago
TT$20 for adults; it may change.
Sunset from the jetty.