- Tour code
TOBCAR01
- Start
Tobago
- End
Tobago
- Min. age
18 years old
- Group size
Max 6-16 travellers
- Trip style
Classic
- Trip pace
Active
- Language
English
Tobago Carnival is younger and smaller than its sister festival in Trinidad, and that's its charm: island-sized fetes, beaches between events and a crowd that feels like one big lime.
This trip covers Carnival weekend with Iconic Mas, from J'ouvert morning to the street parade in full costume and Beach to Beach on Monday. Around it you'll fete at Stink and Dutty, Duck It and Nirvana All White Party, and tour the island, from Fort King George to Buccoo Reef, the Nylon Pool and No Man's Land.
Why This Journey
You get the full Carnival experience without the size and pace of a big-city carnival. Your fete tickets, costume collection and transport are handled, your Soca Islands Host is with you throughout, and there's still time for the beach.
What you will see and do
Play J'ouvert and the street parade in full costume with Iconic Mas
Fete at Stink and Dutty, Duck It and Nirvana All White Party
Swim in the Nylon Pool and land on No Man's Land on an island tour
Finish Carnival with Beach to Beach on Monday
What's included
All activities mentioned on the itinerary
Fete (party) tickets
Accommodations in double rooms
Experienced Soca Islands Host with you throughout the trip
One farewell group activity when possible
Costume coordination and costume pickup
Max 16 travellers per group
Arrival and departure airport transfers
Individual costume photography
Group transportation
What's excluded
- International flights (travelers arrange their own)
- Flights between Trinidad and Tobago (available as an add-on when you book)
- Carnival costume and feathers (available as add-ons with Iconic Mas when you book; costume coordination and pickup are included)
- Events scheduled before 6 pm on your arrival day, allowing for flight delays
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Travel insurance (proof of purchase required)
- Single room supplement (single rooms are subject to availability)
Group itinerary
Arrive at A.N.R. Robinson International Airport (TAB) in Tobago and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to settle in, have a swim or explore Crown Point.
In the evening, meet your Soca Islands Host and the rest of the group at the welcome lime.
Start with Fort King George above Scarborough, Tobago's capital, for history and wide views over the coast.
Then head out by boat over Buccoo Reef, stop to swim in the clear, waist-deep water of the Nylon Pool and land on No Man's Land, a sand spit in Bon Accord Lagoon. The day ends with time on the beach.
An early start for Stink and Dutty, a morning cooler fete where you bring your own drinks and the music gets going at sunrise.
After some rest, it's on to Duck It in the evening.
J'ouvert morning on the road with Iconic Mas, covered in paint, mud and powder as the island celebrates the opening of Carnival.
Head back to clean up and rest, then party into the night at Nirvana All White Party.
Road day. Get ready with the group, then join the photoshoot in your full Iconic Mas costume before the band heads out.
Spend the day on the road with Iconic Mas in the street parade.
Carnival Monday on the coast: Beach to Beach with the band, in your Monday wear, moving with the music from one beach to the next.
Time for goodbyes. Transfer to the airport for your flight home or on to Trinidad.
Accommodations
Here's a glimpse of the hotels we selected for this adventure.
Comfort Inn & Suites Tobago
A modern hotel in south-west Tobago, a short drive from the airport and the beaches of Crown Point, with easy access to Carnival events across the island.
Rooms
- Included
Shared double
Shared with the person you book with, or a fellow traveller of the same sex.
- Extra cost
Single room
A room to yourself, subject to availability.
You choose your room when you book.
Tour FAQS
Fly into and out of A.N.R. Robinson International Airport (TAB) in Tobago. If you're flying via Trinidad (POS), you can add a return flight between Trinidad and Tobago when you book.
Proposed accommodation for all six nights is Comfort Inn & Suites Tobago, or similar, subject to confirmation.
International Flights Not Included. International flights are not included, so you can book the route and timing that suit you.
Yes. Arrival and departure airport transfers in Tobago are included, along with group transportation to the events and activities in the itinerary.
Yes. When you book you can add a Frontline, Backline or Male costume with Iconic Mas, and feathers in small, medium or large. Costume coordination and pickup are included.
Yes. Extra nights at Comfort Inn & Suites Tobago can be added before or after the trip at US$250 per room per night, subject to hotel availability. You can add them while you book, in the Extend your stay section, or contact our Customer Experience team to add them to an existing booking.
There are no scheduled activities on the final day, so feel free to book your departure at your own convenience.
We recommend arriving before 3 pm on Day 1 to make it in time for the welcome event. But don’t worry no matter when you land, we’ll have an airport transfer ready for you.
Please Refer to your government’s travel advice or consult your local consulate. Remember, passport and visa requirements can change, so make sure to stay updated.
Excluding alcohol, we suggest budgeting around USD $40.00 per day for extras.
While we’re not medical professionals, we want to help you prepare for a safe and healthy adventure. Here are some tips:
- Consult with a healthcare professional: Schedule an appointment with your travel nurse or doctor at least eight weeks before your adventure to get any necessary vaccines or medications.
- Up-to-date medical advice:
- US residents: Check the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.
- UK residents: Visit the NHS Fit For Travel website.
- Australian residents: Refer to the Smart Traveler Health website.
3. Government travel advice:
- US residents: Consult the US Department of State Travel Advice.
- UK residents: Check the FCDO Travel Advice.
- Australian residents: Visit the Smart Traveler website.
4. Medication tips: If you take prescription medication, bring enough to last the entire trip, plus a few extra days in case of delays. Carry a copy of your prescription in case you need to visit a clinic abroad.
We hope this helps you prepare for a safe and enjoyable adventure.
Please keep in mind that our itinerary, activities, and hotels might change. These adjustments could happen with little notice due to factors like availability, weather conditions, seasonal shifts, or other circumstances beyond our control. Rest assured, we always aim to minimise any impact on your experience. Occasionally, we may tweak the itinerary to try out fresh ideas and keep the adventure exciting.
We believe solo travelers shouldn’t have to pay extra to explore the world. That’s why our group trips are designed around shared accommodation and do not include a single supplement. Solo travelers joining our group trips are paired in twin or multi-share rooms with another traveler of the same sex for the duration of the trip.
Some of our Independent trips are structured differently. For these itineraries, solo travelers will need to book at the single occupancy rate.
Tips are not included in the cost of this tour. Remember, tipping is entirely at your discretion and based on what you feel comfortable with.
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