Diego Martin and Blue Basin Waterfall

Blue Basin Waterfall is located in the Diego Martin Valley.

Height and pool

The waterfall is 50 feet high and fills a turquoise pool about 20 feet deep. Height and depth describe two different aspects of the same natural feature: the water’s drop and the pool’s dimensions. Together with its color, they create a vivid landscape for travelers who prioritize nature when choosing a destination.

Trinidad and Tobago in the broader travel picture

Trinidad and Tobago is an archipelagic state in the southern Caribbean, northeast of Venezuela and south of Grenada. The country covers 5,128 square kilometers and consists of the two main islands of Trinidad and Tobago and 21 smaller islands. Trinidad is the larger and more populous of the two main islands.

Rainforest on Tobago

On Tobago, the Main Ridge Forest Reserve covers 3,958 hectares of tropical rainforest, including lower montane rainforest, lowland rainforest, and xerophytic rainforest. The Main Ridge extends lengthwise across about two-thirds of Tobago. The British established the reserve in 1776. Its extent and different forest types give the rainforest area a distinctive landscape within the broader destination.

The Main Ridge rainforest provides a habitat for the rare white-tailed sabrewing (Campylopterus ensipennis), which is endemic to Tobago. Tobago’s natural highlights therefore include both its forest landscapes and the wildlife that lives there.

Reef and waterfalls

Tropical fish live at Buccoo Reef on Tobago, which also features a colorful coral reef. You can explore the reef by glass-bottom boat or on a dive. Check the current availability of operators before your trip.

In terms of height, Blue Basin Waterfall’s 50 feet compares with about 30 feet for Rio Seco Waterfall. Rio Seco is on Trinidad and forms a large, deep pool at its base where you can swim. Water conditions can vary; keep this in mind when planning. The height comparison puts two waterfall features in context, while the pool at Rio Seco is also described as a possible place to swim.

Carnival and events

The main street parade of Trinidad Carnival takes place on Carnival Monday and Carnival Tuesday in Trinidad. Dates vary from year to year, so check the dates for the specific travel year. The lead-up to Carnival in Trinidad includes Steelpan limes and Panorama competitions.

Pan-yard limes are organized seasonally and locally. Visitors can chat with locals and listen to live steelpan music at these gatherings. They offer a glimpse into steelpan culture, while the main street parade defines Carnival on its two central days.

Another annual event is the Great Race, a powerboat race that starts in Trinidad and ends in Tobago. Its route therefore crosses both of the country’s main islands.

Discover more destinations

Diego Martin, Chaguaramas, La Finette, San Juan-Laventille, Sangre Grande, San Fernando, Arima, Western Tobago

Go to the broader travel overview: Trinidad and Tobago.