The way down is steep and winding, a steep driveway in the words of discovertnt. At the bottom lies a small bay, cut off from the bustle of Big Bay by rock. Little Bay is the quieter of Castara's two bays. The tourism department saw it that way back in 2010: more secluded than Big Bay, great for swimming.
- Other name
- Heavenly Bay
- Access
- steep
- Coast
- Caribbean side
The same source called it great for snorkelling, with manta rays a possibility if you are lucky. Lonely Planet lists a beach restaurant. For everything else you head back into the village, where the restaurant, bar and minimart stand on Big Bay.
At a glance
- Access
- From Castara down a steep, winding drive. Take it slowly, especially after rain.
- Swimming
- Great for swimming according to the tourism department (2010), quieter than Big Bay.
- Snorkelling
- Good, with manta rays if you are lucky (tourism department, 2010).
- Facilities
- A beach restaurant, according to Lonely Planet. Restaurant, bar and minimart at Big Bay next door.
Our tipBring water and snorkelling gear from where you are staying. Once you have driven that steep road, you will not want to do it twice a day.
Little Bay: frequently asked questions
Where is Little Bay in Castara?
Little Bay, also called Heavenly Bay, lies in Castara on the north coast of Tobago, separated from the larger Big Bay by a rocky point. A steep, winding drive leads down to it.
Can you swim at Little Bay?
Yes. In 2010 the tourism department called Little Bay great for swimming and more secluded than Castara's Big Bay.
Are there manta rays at Little Bay?
With luck, yes. The tourism department described Little Bay in Castara as great for snorkelling, with manta rays possible.
Can you get food at Little Bay in Castara?
Lonely Planet lists a beach restaurant at Little Bay. A restaurant, a bar and a minimart stand on Castara's Big Bay right next door.