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Cedros
ℹ️Practical info — Cedros
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Head to Icacos Point for clear views of Venezuela, located just 11 kilometers away.
- Use heavy-duty insect repellent to protect against sandflies in the wetlands.
- Visit Columbus Bay to see the iconic "Three Sisters" rock formations offshore.
- Be aware that roads to Icacos can flood during high tide or heavy rainfall.
- Stock up on water and snacks in Bonasse, as facilities in Icacos are very basic.
🍽 Food
The top spot for high-quality meals like T-bone steaks and fresh red snapper.
A sweet and creamy local dessert made with grated cassava and coconut milk.
A regional staple often prepared with a rich, spicy coconut curry base.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Buy fresh coconut oil and coconut water directly from the local estates.
Get the freshest seafood directly from the pirogues at the Bonasse jetty.
A quieter alternative to the main bays, known for seasonal turtle nesting.
A prime spot for birdwatchers to see the Scarlet Ibis and other tropical birds.
Water temperature…
Cedros is located at the southwestern tip of Trinidad on the Icacos Peninsula, just a few miles across the Columbus Channel from the Venezuelan coast. This geographic proximity has historically made Cedros a vital center for cross-border trade, migration, and fishing. The region was once dominated by extensive coconut estates, many of which still define the lush landscape today. Cedros comprises several small villages, including Bonasse and Fullarton, which retain a traditional, quiet Caribbean atmosphere. The local economy revolves around artisanal fishing, agriculture, and government services, as the area functions as an official port of entry. Culturally, Cedros is famous for its spirited fisherman festivals and its strong maritime heritage. Its beaches offer views of the Soldado Rock formation and, on clear days, the distant coastline of South America.
- Location: Trinidad and Tobago
- Nearby: Point D'Or (10 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Feb–Apr.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 26 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 27 |
| Rain mm | 97 | 56 | 48 | 55 | 125 | 237 | 220 | 220 | 154 | 186 | 209 | 174 |
Geography
Facts
- Southwesternmost settlement in Trinidad on the Icacos Peninsula.
- Functions as a legal port of entry for maritime traffic.
- Historically a major hub for coconut oil and copra production.
- Located within visible distance of the Venezuelan coastline.
- Bonasse is the main administrative and commercial village of Cedros.
- Famous for the annual St. Peter's Day celebrations for fishermen.
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