Nylon Pool
Area Shallow coral sandbank pool formed offshore Tobago
Shallow coral sandbank off Tobago’s Buccoo Reef, popular for glass‑bottom boat trips, wading and swimming in clear shallow water above the reef.
Nylon Pool is a shallow natural sandbar and swimming area off the southwest coast of Tobago, within the Buccoo Reef area near Pigeon Point. The feature consists of a white sand-bottomed shallows surrounded by clear sea water and is a popular stop on coastal boat trips.
The sandbar is typically waist-deep at most points and is used for swimming, wading, and short visits during calm sea conditions. Trips to the site are commonly sold from nearby Pigeon Point and Buccoo and are often combined with reef and birdwatching excursions.
There is no constructed infrastructure on the sandbar. The site is reached by short boat ride from Pigeon Point and other launch points on Tobago’s southwest coast and lies within the marine area associated with Buccoo Reef.
- Access: Reachable only by boat from nearby Pigeon Point or Buccoo; many tours combine a visit with a glass-bottom boat trip of Buccoo Reef.
How to Get to Nylon Pool #
Boat tours to the Nylon Pool depart from Pigeon Point and Buccoo on Tobago’s southwest coast. Pigeon Point is accessible by road from Scarborough (about 30 minutes by car). Most visitors book through tourism operators in Buccoo or Pigeon Point; the boat ride to the sandbank is typically 10-20 minutes depending on sea conditions.
Tips for Visiting Nylon Pool #
- Book a boat from Buccoo or Pigeon Point with a reputable operator that observes reef-friendly practices.
- Early morning visits avoid day-boat crowds and offer the clearest water for photographs.
- Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a hat; there is no shade on the sandbank.
Best Time to Visit Nylon Pool #
Best early morning in the dry season (Dec-Apr) for calm water and fewer tour boats.
Weather & Climate near Nylon Pool #
Nylon Pool's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2075 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (118 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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March
March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (203 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (212 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (232 mm).
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September
September is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (201 mm).
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (233 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (278 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (242 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
