Nylon Pool, Underwater diving site near Scarborough, Trinidad and Tobago.
The Nylon Pool features a shallow sandy bottom measuring only 3 feet deep with water that maintains constant clarity throughout the year.
Coral formations in the Nylon Pool date back thousands of years, creating a natural lagoon that emerged through geological processes over time.
Local residents consider the Nylon Pool a natural spa, attributing rejuvenating properties to its mineral-rich waters that draw visitors from across the region.
Access to Nylon Pool requires a 20-minute boat journey from Scarborough Harbor, with tours operating between 9 AM and 4 PM daily.
The sand particles at Nylon Pool contain high concentrations of calcium carbonate, giving the water a silk-like texture that influenced its name.
Location: Scarborough
Address: 57P9+QWX, Scarborough, Trinidad and Tobago Scarborough
GPS coordinates: 11.18698,-60.73015
Latest update: March 7, 2025 02:02
Trinidad and Tobago offer a combination of coastal landscapes, nature reserves and historic colonial sites. The two islands lie off the northern coast of Venezuela and include diverse habitats ranging from mangrove swamps to rainforests and coral reefs. Attractions include the Caroni Swamp with its scarlet ibis colony, the Asa Wright Nature Centre in the Arima Valley and the natural asphalt deposit at La Brea Pitch Lake in southwestern Trinidad. The capital Port of Spain features colonial architecture including the Magnificent Seven along Western Main Road, the Red House parliament building and the Royal Botanic Gardens. Tobago provides beaches such as Pigeon Point Beach, Store Bay and Englishman's Bay, plus Fort King George above Scarborough. The Tobago Forest Reserve protects one of the oldest protected rainforest areas in the Western Hemisphere, while Little Tobago Island serves as a bird sanctuary. The Buccoo Reef Marine Area and Nylon Pool off Tobago's west coast offer access for snorkelers and divers. Religious sites like Dattatreya Temple and Mount St. Benedict Monastery reflect the country's cultural diversity. Additional natural attractions include Argyle Waterfalls, Adventure Farm and Nature Reserve, and the Yerette hummingbird sanctuary in Trinidad's Northern Range mountains.
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