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Tobago Cays are a group of four uninhabited islands, Petit Rameau, Petit Bateau, Jamesby and Baradal - enclosed within the aptly-named Horseshoe Reef, while the fifth Cays - Petit Tabac - lies just to the east of the main group. Surrounding the islands are series of other reefs and shallows, including Egg Reef and World's End Reef on the eastern side, and Mayreau to the west.The beaches are magnificant, the water incredibly clear has unbelievable colours and the submarine world is spectacular.
Historically, the Cays also supported a small local fishing industry, giving an important local source of income and employment. Overuse from both tourism and fishing has damaged the valuable resources. To sustain livelihoods and other opportunities for future generations, the natural beauty and biodiversity of the Cays must be protected and preserved.
Towards these aims, the Government of St.Vincent & the Grenadines established the Tobago Cays as a marine park to protect, conserve and improve the natural resources of the Tobago Cays: all kinds of fishing is prohibited, as are jet-skis, water skiing and dumping garbage. Be particularly careful not to damage the coral and avoid anchoring on coral: use the blue mooring buoys instead of anchoring. |
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Status
The island is part of the state of St Vincent and the Grenadines, independant since 27 October 1997 and member of the Commonwealth with Kingstown on St Vincent as capital.
Before you stop at Tobago Cays you must do your clearnace in one of the ports of entry of St Vincent. The nearest being Union Island or Canouan. Other ports of entry are on St Vincent, Mustique and Bequia.
Charts
- Imray-Iolaire : B 3, B31 and B311
- SHOM : 7611
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Practical information |
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No amenities on shore, but boat boys offer bread, fruit, vegetables and lobsters.
Scuba diving
- Grenadines Dive in Union (Sunny Grenadines Hotel)
T.: (784)458-8122 - VHF 16/68 - Email :
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- Magnificent snorkeling and diving near the coral reef.
Comments
- Don't rely on the boat boys to dispose of waste, they will just throw them out at sea.
- The Tobago Cays are recognized as the "jewel in the crown" for marine tourism in the Southern Grenadines. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region and the anchorage is often crowded.
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