Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago
An offshore, waist-deep sandbar in the Caribbean Sea. It forms a natural wading pool within the protected Buccoo Reef Marine Park.
4.9 from 163 traveller reviews on Viator
Tickets & tours
Tours depart daily from Pigeon Point, Store Bay, and Buccoo.
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Explore
Explore the standard route stops.
Local legend says the coral sand here reverses your age by ten years.
Rub the white coral sand on your skin while you wade.
Plan your visit
Standard glass-bottom boat tours take 2 to 2.5 hours. Expect to spend 30 to 45 minutes at the pool itself.
The dry season runs from January to May. This period offers the calmest waters and clearest skies.
The pool is accessible exclusively by boat. Rides from the mainland take 15 to 20 minutes one way.
Standard tour prices start around $25 to $30 USD (150-175 TTD). Pigeon Point departures require a separate 20 TTD park fee.
The Nylon Pool is a shallow sandbar located about a mile offshore from Pigeon Point and Store Bay in southwest Tobago. The water depth averages just 1 meter (3.2 feet). You can stand comfortably in the middle of the Caribbean Sea.
The area got its name during a 1962 honeymoon visit by Britain's Princess Margaret. She noted the water was as clear as her nylon stockings. Today, it is part of the protected Buccoo Reef Marine Park.
Visitors reach the sandbar via a short boat ride. Learn more about Where to Depart or read our guide on Packing List before you go.
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We break down which stops are included, like Coral Gardens or No Man's Land.
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163 reviews of the luxury reef adventure on Viator
A lovely tour but very costly. Edith was a lovely Trust worthy person and really went all out to entertain the kids. It was a very surreal experience for us
The experience was to die for. Snowcone from a boat while out at Nylon pool. So cool
The whole tour was amazing. I felt as though I knew my your guide for years. The information was more enlightening than any other tour I've been on. He was family friendly would recommend over and over again. Captain Phillips is the best your guide pure vibes and energy
Host ensured that my short stay was hassle-free. Room equipped with air-conditioning unit and a cosy king-size bed. The accommodation is ideally located just a few minutes' walk from the beach, offering numerous excursion possibilities to the scenic spots of the island of Tobago, like Nylon Pool and No Man's Land. Tour to Nylon Pool was indeed a wonderful experience. The journey is really worth it.
Our host was super supportive educated and knowledgeable. Friendly and funny she pick us up early she knows all the good spots for all that we needed. I will highly recommend her to anyone willing to experience tobago
This trip was amazing😍. The entire experience from the music on the boat trip to the tour of Tobago was awesome and our tour guide Edith was very informative. Would highly recommend this day trip.
It was an awesome experience and my tour guide was the best and I hope to visit again but yjis time with an entourage
Great experience, we had a wonderful time. Brandon is a perfect host who loves to show you all the besutiful spots! Highly recommend!
It was an unforgettable experience. My sister and I went, and we felt 100% safe and The service was excellent. It's an experience I 100% recommend.
Travel tips
Tour PricesSee costs for boat tours, park entry, and private charters.Read 
Departure Points GuideCompare boat departures from Store Bay, Pigeon Point, and Buccoo.Read 
Kids and Non-SwimmersSafety facts for families and non-swimmers visiting the Nylon Pool.Read 
Best TimeFind out the best season and time of day for the Nylon Pool.Read 
Packing ListWhat to pack for your boat tour to Nylon Pool and Buccoo Reef.Read 
Pool vs BeachLearn the difference between the sandbar and the sandy spit.Read The Nylon Pool is an offshore sandbar in the Caribbean Sea. It is part of the protected Buccoo Reef Marine Park. The water is shallow, clear, and warm, creating a natural wading pool about a mile off the coast.
Britain's Princess Margaret named the site during her honeymoon visit in 1962. She remarked that the crystal-clear water looked just like her nylon stockings.
The water depth over the sandbar is generally around 1 meter (3.2 feet) deep. Most adults can stand comfortably in the water.
You can only access the pool by boat. Visitors typically book a glass-bottom boat tour departing from Store Bay, Pigeon Point, or Buccoo Bay. Read more about Departure Points Guide.
Local standard tickets cost around $25 to $30 USD (150-175 TTD). Online tours with hotel pickup generally start closer to $78 USD. See our Tickets page for options.
Yes, the water is shallow enough for most people to stand comfortably. Tour boats also provide life jackets. It is very popular for families visiting the Kids and Non-Swimmers.
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