Tobago Plantations
Tobago Plantations “Tobago Plantations” is an area where the Magdalena Grand Hotel, various apartments and a great 18-hole golf course are located.
The real highlight, however, are the lakes, which are designed as compensation areas and blend seamlessly into the landscape. Those who do not enter this private area as a golf player or hotel guest should definitely visit with a guide. We had the opportunity to have an intensive look at the facility with Katharina Dumas from Tobago-Tours.
A home for animals on land, water and in the air
The varied nature – as in many places on Tobago – immediately catches the eye. The foothills of a mangrove forest pass directly into one of the lakes, so that herons and other birds can be observed. A multitude of dreamlike blooming and fragrant flowers and bushes loosen up the green of the golf course and are home to many birds, such as the yellow thigh, sandpiper and the rare Anhinga. Also the blue-winged duck obviously feels comfortable here. Signs at the edge of the lakes indicate that there are other wild inhabitants in the area. With a little patience and luck you will discover one of the caimans living here. These small alligators are much less aggressive than their big counterparts and therefore do not pose a threat when exploring the area.
The rustic mangroves stretch from Tobago Plantations towards Petit Trou Lagoon on the Atlantic Ocean. This complex ecosystem is home to many insects, birds and crabs. A camera should therefore be part of the equipment for a visit. Tobago Plantations
Visitors travelling without a guide should refrain from entering the mangrove forest. The treads and substructures are partly extremely slippery and dilapidated.
Depending on your budget and interests, you can visit the restaurants and bistros of the Magdalena Grand Beach Resort during your stay. The hotel itself is often used for international conferences and fashion shows and formerly belonged to the Hilton Group.
Depending on personal planning and interest, the area can be explored extensively in about 1.5 to 2 hours. Those who are expelled lovers of bird watching should plan a little more time. In this case, it is advisable to coordinate and conduct the visit with a certified Bird-Watching Guide in advance.
Address: Tobago Plantations Estate, Lowlands, Tobago W.I.
