Parlatuvier Bay
Parlatuvier
11°17.8'N 60°38.6'W
Depth
4–10m
Bottom
sand
Alarm Radius
80m
Holding
Good
Recommended Anchor Alarm Radius
80m
80m for good holding on sand 4–10m. Compact bay with good natural shelter from the northeast and north. Exposed to south and west — monitor for unusual weather.
About This Anchorage
Parlatuvier Bay is a gem of a fishing village anchorage on Tobago's north Caribbean coast — one of the most photogenic settings in the island. The small bay is flanked by steep jungle-covered headlands, and the beach is lined with brightly painted fishing pirogues in the Caribbean tradition. The village is a genuine, working fishing community with a limited but genuine local character. Provisioning is minimal — a small shop and some local food sellers. The anchorage is more sheltered than its neighbours on the north coast thanks to the compact bay shape and surrounding headlands. A popular stop on passage between Castara and Charlotteville. Swimming and snorkelling in the clear water are excellent.
Protected From
N · NE · E · NW
Exposed To
S · W
Anchoring Rules
- Anchoring fee
- Free anchoring
- Permit required
- No
Restrictions: Respect local fishing pirogue operations; do not block pirogue launching areas on beach
Hazards
- !Limited provisions — carry supplies from Crown Point or Charlotteville
- !Pirogue traffic through the bay — anchor clear of launching areas
- !Exposed to south and west in unusual weather systems — monitor forecasts
Skipper's Tips
- →Parlatuvier is one of the most scenic fishing village anchorages in Tobago — the painted pirogues on the beach make for outstanding photography
- →Buy fresh fish directly from the fishermen returning to the beach in the late afternoon
- →The swimming here is excellent — warm, clear water and a beautiful setting
- →Use Parlatuvier as a lunch stop on passage between Castara and Charlotteville — ideal position and timing
Facilities
Small village bar and local food available. Fresh fish from the pirogues. Very limited — carry provisions from Crown Point or Scarborough.
Nearest provisions: Parlatuvier village (0.2nm)
Best Months & Season
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May
Year-round (south of hurricane belt). Best Jan–May dry season. A charming and relatively protected north coast anchorage.
Recommended Anchor Types
Nearby Anchorages
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