Outstanding Tour of Tobago My family started off our week in Tobago with the... read moreMy family started off our week in Tobago with the Grand Circle Island Tour with David from Island Girl Tours, and it was an amazing way to start our vacation. David customized the tour based on each family member's interests, and he took us on a fantastic drive to many different sites around the island. We visited historic areas, tucked-away beaches, hiking spots, excellent restaurants for lunch and refreshment breaks, and hidden gems that we would have otherwise missed. The best part is that David seemingly knows everyone on the island, so we would stop and chat with the locals, and this really gave us a flavor for the island. This tour was the ideal way for us to get a feel for the island and learn where we wanted to spend extra time during the rest of the week. Highly recommended!!! read less

Perfect family adventure!! If I was to say David was a great host... read moreIf I was to say David was a great host I would be putting him down. He was great from the moment of booking, making sure we had anything we would need for the day, customised the tour so our toddler could come along but still have us a real adventure. He really went the extra mile at every opportunity.

Took us for doubles first thing (which are delicious!!) and had a story for every road, why things were the way they were on the island. The tour consists of little hikes and waterfalls that are safe wet exciting, our daughter managed to walk all day across the rocks and David helped us climb the rock faces and steep tracks with her. We could have gone higher through the levels if we were without her but I was still able to dive off the waterfalls and get what felt like a full experience.

If you're into food, he'll also take you around plantations and take you to pick local fruits off tree to taste. Had some delicious guavas, giant star fruit, coconuts, almonds straight off trees and also took us to two amazing authentic local restaurants through the day. Taught us about bread fruit and took us to get bread fruit pie which is phenomenal!!

When the day went on, he knew we weren't to be available for Sunday school so found us a bar / restaurant to see a steelband play along with a beachside bbq, this wasn't an added extra. He did this out of his own time and even drove us all home late so we didn't have to get a taxi - yet again going above and beyond for us.

The next day he took us to pigeon point with some amazing white sand beach and guided us on the nylon pools tour. Got us a discount on jet skis and looked after our daughter on the boat so me and my wife could go out and jetski without any worry. Jemima (my daughter) absolutely loved him and I couldn't have felt happier to leave her with him.

Also a huge highlight as my wife broke her phone while on holiday, David takes photos of everything and send you all of them at the end of the day. Which means you get to get on with the day and not have to worry about stopping all the time to take pictures!!

When we come back to tobago in a year or so we'll definitely give him a call. Whether that is for a tour or just to meet for a catch up over a meal. David really made us all feel like we became friends by the end of the day. read less

Lovely day out. We decided on the shortened 9 hour tour.

David asked... read moreWe decided on the shortened 9 hour tour.

David asked in advance of any particular interests we had so he could tailor the tour for us.

He got in touch the day before the arranged date and said the forecast for next day was constant rain. He suggested an alternative date with a better forecast which I thought was very helpful of him.

David picked us up from our hotel at 8.30 and took us back late afternoon. We spent the day visiting a lovely selection of beaches, waterfalls, villages and forts. We had an excellent lunch of fresh seafood.

David was an excellent guide throughout the day. He knows the island so well and took us to lovely beaches and viewpoints that few visitors would ever see.

He has an impressive knowledge of the local bird life and plants. He did his best throughout the day to show us as much as he could of the island he clearly loves so much. read less

Amazing Island Tour ... Great Guide! What a great day! Our guide David was fun, knowledgeable... read moreWhat a great day! Our guide David was fun, knowledgeable about the island and the world, entertaining, and personable. I do a lot it traveling and touring and have met a lot of guides who have canned presentations or put on a “show” to try to earn a good tip. David was not like this, in that he was genuinely interested in getting to know who we are as people and the types of things we enjoy seeing/doing on our tour. We received a great experience and connection with our guide, several locals, and the island as a whole. David was flexible and able to make some last minute adjustments due to weather concerns, and he went the extra mile at the end of a long day to accommodate our last minute requests. The snorkeling was great, the drive around the island was gorgeous, and we had an amazing local meal on a quiet little beach. David is an amazing guide and I give him and the tour five stars (only because it won’t let me give 6 stars). I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone and would even pay to do the same one over again if I go back with other friends. read less

An amazing informative Tour of Tobago We had such a great time on The Grand Circle... read moreWe had such a great time on The Grand Circle Island tour with David and can now fully understand why he has so many 5 star reviews.
We chose this tour company because it said it tailors the day to what you enjoy doing and that is exactly what David does, we said that we like exploring and seeing the culture and that's what we did.
From the day we booked this tour David kept in touch discussing what we would like to do and on the day we were picked up at 7am and he took us for doubles for breakfast first which were delicious, then to the Mangroves, waterfalls, and lots of other places all the way round the Island, some of them were where other tourist companies don't go, we stopped and had coconuts, the lunch we had was amazing and all the time you could tell how much he genuinely wanted to please, we were never rushed from place to place like we have previously experienced with other tours.

We couldn't believe it when he said at one point we had been out 9 hours, (time flies when you are enjoying yourself) and that's what we did for the 12 hours we were on this tour, he took some lovely photos of us at different places and sent them to us so we now have these to remind us of our amazing tour of Tobago.
I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Tobago.

Thank you David read less

Unexplored beauty and hidden gems. My curiosity to explore Caribbean life, led me to Tobago.... read moreMy curiosity to explore Caribbean life, led me to Tobago. With all the island has to offer, where would a single female traveller begin her planning on such a short stay? My inquires led me to Island Girl Tours . I decided to book the Grand Circle Island tour with the owner David.
To my amazement all my apprehension vanished with minutes of meeting David. His respect , professionalism and passion for what he does sold me instantaneously. He showed me a map of Tobago , plotted the course for the day and also engaged me in the planning , asking my preferences as he tailored the tour to me. David's knowledge of the island's history , with it's unexplored beauty shown through his eyes , coupled with his passion for providing his clients the most exhilarating and SAFE experience made my choice with Island Girl tours priceless!
For anyone looking to have a memorable experience during their visit to Tobago , I HIGHLY recommend Island Girl Tours. read less

First Class David is excellent, he taught us a lot about Tobago... read moreDavid is excellent, he taught us a lot about Tobago and made the trip very enjoyable. We had a fantastic time. I would highly recommend this as a great day out. read less

Above & beyond! If you’re looking for a tour guide who is knowledgeable,... read moreIf you’re looking for a tour guide who is knowledgeable, flexible, and fun, then look no further than David and Island Girl Tours! From the moment we reached out about scheduling a tour, David made every effort to get to know our group and our interests so he could personalize the activities and sights on our itinerary. On the day of our actual tour, we had horrible weather, but David still managed to get us out on a boat and make everything happen for us. It was an adventure and a day we won’t soon forget! We can’t wait to come back to Tobago and book another tour! read less

Tobago We had a great time on Pigeon Point beach with... read moreWe had a great time on Pigeon Point beach with Kristen. Beach is beautiful and Kirsten did everything so we have a great day on Tobago. Thank you read less

Unforgettable The 12 hour tour lead to some of my most... read moreThe 12 hour tour lead to some of my most favorite moments on the island of Tobago. When I had to book a tour at the last minute David was very understanding and willing to try to fit us in. He then planned an amazing day for us filled with so much fun and good conversation. Besides taking us to beautiful parts of the island he told us about the culture and even introduced us to some good music. We ate great food and got to experience so much that we would have missed out on otherwise. David is very accommodating and wanted us to have a wonderful time which he easily accomplished. We had an incredible time and are already wanting to go back to do it all over again! read less

Chasing Waterfalls This was the first time I had ever been on... read moreThis was the first time I had ever been on s waterfall tour. On the day of the tour David was on time for pickup, he was very warm, friendly and accommodating. He was very knowledgeable about the location of each waterfall and kept us all engaged with informative intelligent comversation about the falls and the legendary story of the "silk cotton tree". I was very impressed by the way he skillfully manuvered and guided us along the trails and the way we were allowed to stop of and purchase items on our journey. He even made an impromptu visit to the traditional dirt oven bakers in Castara. I would definitely do this tour again and would like to encourage anyone thinking og doing it to try it. It was an unforgettable experience. read less

Look no futher- Island Girl Tours is the best! David was such fun, and incredibly knowledgeable about everything Tobago... read moreDavid was such fun, and incredibly knowledgeable about everything Tobago has to offer. We were a group of four, and had our hearts set on a boat tour despite what turned out to be less than ideal tides and weather. David made it happen for us, and we had a blast swimming in the rain, eating delicious food on a nearly underwater No Man's Land, singing, laughing, learning about Tobago's history and wildlife, and generally having an incredible day all together. He felt like one of the group from the beginning! We had planned to do the bioluminescence tour that evening but given the high tides, David helped us figure out another plan - dinner at a lovely restaurant where we watched it rain and saw gorgeous lightning over the water. David was responsive, flexible, responsible, and fun - everything you could ask for in a guide. Can't wait to get back to Tobago and take another of his fantastic tours - thank you David! read less

Simply brilliant My husband and I booked an island tour with David... read moreMy husband and I booked an island tour with David (the owner) through reading the reviews on trip advisor.
We booked the tour before leaving the UK and all communication with David before and after arriving was excellent.
This tour is like no other tour. There are no time constraints or specific schedule as such to the day, it just flows.
You see the best that the island has to offer and this is down to David. He is so enthusiastic about the Island and it shows. He has great knowledge of the island and about so many other things. He is a great communicator and good company very friendly and approachable. It was more like meeting up with a friend for the day than going out on a tour. I am so very glad that we found Island Girl Tours as the whole day was amazing. We swam in fantastic secluded beaches, visited mangroves with not a soul in site, ate 'doubles', saw such beautiful scenery and wildlife and just generally had the most brilliant day.
Thank you David! 🙂 read less

A TRUE TASTE OF THE ISLAND!!! The tour was what you expect from an experienced professional... read moreThe tour was what you expect from an experienced professional and one who truly does what he loves. Came for a getaway and left with a sense of adventure and relaxation and learned some stuff too!!! They say you should only take pictures and memories from a vacation but his relaxed and informative tours let us explore and really connect with the land...., it just makes u want to dive deeper and deeper into paradise!!!!! read less

Tobago Island Girl Tour David was one of the best tour guides we’ve ever... read moreDavid was one of the best tour guides we’ve ever had. He showed us a side of Tobago we never would have experienced without him. He’s incredibly knowledgeable and informative about the island—it’s nature, history, people, places etc. All that aside we genuinely enjoyed spending time with David. He’s friendly, a good listener, and he let us direct our trip the way we wanted to. We highly recommend David and Island Girl Tours for anyone wanting to experience Tobago to the fullest! read less

Awesome tour to see Tobago during Carnival season We had the Grand Circle Tour with David and it... read moreWe had the Grand Circle Tour with David and it was such an awesome experience. He allows you to pick and chose what you would like to do during the 12 hrs. We toured and swam in several beaches and saw some waterfalls, did snorkeling, and toured several forts and had lunch beach side... not in that order but we covered so much during the tour. David was very accommodating and very personable. I thought i would fall asleep given the nonstop activities we had done prior to the tour but ended up not missing anything. Because we spent a lot of time driving David was very entertaining and knowledgeable of all things Trinidad and Tobago. We had such a wonderful time and would definitely do it again. This was a wonderful tour for those looking for some site seeing and adventure after partying it up n Trinidad. read less

Davids Caribbean Coastal Tour was fantastic! Doing the coastal tour was completely surreal, we got to... read moreDoing the coastal tour was completely surreal, we got to see a completely different side to Tobago as we had never seen or been to all the beaches before. Even better is that we treated to a very nice hello from a bunch of Dolphins which was amazing to see in the wild.

I could not recommend it more that you do this tour as well the island tour!

We will be back for more! read less

an awesome day in Tobago David took us on an incredible tour up the coast... read moreDavid took us on an incredible tour up the coast of Tobago. Everything was taken care of - he picked us up, secured a great boat captain, took us to some incredible beaches, and made sure we had enough beer & Tequila for the day! He’s fun, friendly, knowledgeable and reliable! When I’m back in Tobago, I’ll definitely be touching base with David to plan another set of adventure. read less

Family Getaway This was a fantastic family outing. Our host David was... read moreThis was a fantastic family outing. Our host David was extremely hospitable. The overall experience was the perfect combination of fun, excitement, culture and relaxation. Will definitely do again! read less

Trustafarian bashing I will keep this succinct.

David is one of the most... read moreI will keep this succinct.

David is one of the most quality, down to earth, funniest men I have ever met. His knowledge is incredible.

Kristen: An incredibly laid back, funny, intelligent and cool woman.

Together, they are what batman is to Robin. Our day was incredible, our jokes will last a lifetime and I hope our friendship will as well.

You will see everything you could ever wish to see and be looked after in a way you could not even imagine.

You will not be disappointed.

Go with the flow, laugh, swim, smile and just enjoy yourself.

We're here for a good time, not a long time. read less

Awesome #1 Island Tour on Tobago Firstly if you are considering a tour operator on Tobago... read moreFirstly if you are considering a tour operator on Tobago for an island tour then David is your guy.
I have visited Tobago on previous occasions and thought I knew the island pretty well but David showed us places I never before considered or even knew existed.
Before we arrived in Tobago David and I had discussions on what my family wanted to see or experience and he created the perfect itinerary for our trip.
We really appreciated David's flexibility because some of the places we visited are so lovely that we wanted to spend more time in certain locations and this resulted in the the tour being adapted as we went along, to accommodate as much as possible, without missing out on other things. We actually went way over the scheduled time that David joined us for dinner and drinks late into the evening!
My family felt so comfortable with David that it was like spending time with an old friend. Nothing was too much for David and we laughed so much.
If we could rate the Grand Circle Island Tour higher than excellent then it would be simply AWESOME. Thank you so much David for all you did for us. read less

Tobago Couples Vacation BEWARE! If you tour with Island Girl Tours, you may... read moreBEWARE! If you tour with Island Girl Tours, you may never want to leave Tobago. We chose Dave after reading the numerous outstanding reviews. They were all true. He was punctual, knowledgeable, flexible, & exceeded our expectations. He tailored our tour to our needs. Even minor details, like food allergies, were taken care of. This was a first-rate tour by an exceptional guide who happens to be a genuinely likeable person. He checked up on us & continued to help us days after the tour was over, going above & beyond all others in Tobago. We've been on many excursions on many vacations, but never written a review until now. There is no comparison. Dave was, by far, the best. After you see Tobago through Island Girl Tours' eyes, you'll want to thank us. read less

Discovering New Gems on a 7th Tip to Tobago I’ve been to Tobago about 6 times now, so I... read moreI’ve been to Tobago about 6 times now, so I wasn’t really expecting to find anything completely new or unexpected on my 7th visit.. but, WOW was I wrong! David knew that I was not a first-timer, so he set up an itinerary of some pretty cool hidden gems around the Island, that definitely impressed me. We set out for Main Ridge from Castara, and spent the morning exploring the forest. From there, we continued around the Island, making all kinds of different stops that the average tourist would never see (but they are secret, so you’ll have to ask David to show you ). Lunch at Jemma’s treehouse restaurant was delicious, and the rest of the day went by so quickly, with another set of unique and interesting stops along the way. I’m going to be writing a full blog post on the experience, but I just wanted to post this quick review in the mean time. Island Girl Tours is the best tour company on the Island, and I will 100% be recommending David to anyone heading that way. Thanks David! read less

Tobago's Best Tour - Bar None My husband and I both work in a fast paced... read moreMy husband and I both work in a fast paced environments, so the Grand Circle Tour was exactly what we needed to catch scenic views and see the island at a casual pace that put us on island time.
David's enthusiasm for his home, and his charismatic charm made us feel like old friends. His passion for Tobago, and it's history gave both of us a personal taste of Tobago we would never have found on our own. We loved every minute and would recommend this tour to anyone that is planning a visit to Tobago.
Book this! You won't be disappointed! read less

Paradise Found My wife and I travelled to Tobago in March 2019... read moreMy wife and I travelled to Tobago in March 2019 and are forever thankful for meeting David with Island Girl Tours.

He picked us up at 8am at the Starfish Tobago hotel on Turtle Beach. Our first destination was Fort King George so we headed across the island to this historic site. If you are a historian, Tobago and all it’s forts are a must see.

From there, we headed north towards Fort Granby and our next destination, Argyle Falls. We were in awe on how around every turn, the views and vistas were so beautiful. Tobago is much more mountainous than we had expected and we loved every moment and the stories David told us as we toured.

We spent about 45 minutes at Argyle Falls and although we didn’t brave swimming in the lower pools, we did enjoy watching others climb up and jump in. I will admit flip flops are not a good idea as the rocks can be slippery so running or water shoes are recommended. David had mentioned this prior to and was totally good with us packing a day bag and leaving it locked in his SUV.

From there, we headed inland to the Main Ridge Reserve and were able to see some beautiful birds and wildlife. It was from the Bloody Bay Recreation Site that the view was truly magical - we couldn’t tell where the ocean ended or the sky began.

From there, we headed to Speyside which was originally a sugar estate. It was here we stopped and had lunch and a cold beer at a local establishment. It was clean and the food was tasty.

Our next stop was Flag Staff Hill which overlooks Charlotteville - this is where the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean meet. There wasn’t much to Flag Staff other than a stunning view and if you needed a place to stretch your legs, you could do it while taking it all in.

Next stop was Fort Campbelton - another amazing panoramic view - all the while, David offered a history lesson of all these places.

From there, we stopped for a cold beer at Paradise Point in Parlatuvier, met some kind locals and had some laughs. At this point, we were on the Atlantic side of the island and can honestly say, we had fallen in love.

By now, it was about 2PM and it was getting hot so our next stop was Englishman’s Bay for a swim! It was a quiet beach with smooth stones underfoot, crystal clear water and the perfect place for a dip. We did see people snorkelling here and would go back another time with our gear.

From there, we stopped at The Castara Retreat for a cappuccino and met the owner. We saw wild parrots in the trees, stingrays in the bay below and took in some calypso music.

Somewhere between Castara Bay and our hotel, David pulled over on the side of the road and we had doubles - a local lunch - made with chic peas and flat bread. It was delicious and we had officially caught our Island Girl vibe!

David is kind, knowledgeable and we always felt safe on his tour. He was always quick to answer questions on Whats App and helped us plan other days during our vacation.

He is LGBT friendly, knows Tobago like the back of his hand and certainly was a huge part in making our first trip to Tobago, unforgettable.

Thank you David @ Island Girl Tours, Tobago. read less

Parlatuvier, Tobago Thank you Allison! What a day! Perfect in every regard.... read moreThank you Allison! What a day! Perfect in every regard. Thank you for choosing Island Girl Tours! I thoroughly enjoyed that stop at my friend’s bar (MR. GLASS) as well. Is there a better view in Tobago?
Can’t wait for you to come back and we do it all again! See you in a few months! read less

Remarkable Tour with a Six Star Guide Had two days of tours with David - first day... read moreHad two days of tours with David - first day being the Grand Circle Island Tour and then the second day full of hikes and some beach at the end of the day.

Let me begin by saying that David is one of the most professional, reliable and engaging guides I have had in all my world travels (60 countries). At all times he was able to provide detailed information and history behind what we are seeing, doing, etc... Not just pointing, stopping to take a picture and moving on. I would not even consider other tour guides out there when booking tours given you will miss so much by having an 8 hour tour vs. an 11 or 12 hour tour (and remember, if it's private you can always cut it down to 10 at the end of the day).

Regarding hiking/nature - David is also your go to guide here. Case in point - in the bird trail in the Main Ridge Forest Reserve, we went further than any of the dozen other guides on the tour. The majority of them stop at only the first two waterfalls. We hiked on-wards another 15-20 minutes and found an incredible third waterfall where it was clear it is rarely seen by tourists given the growth along the trail (minor growth but noticeable that there is less foot traffic).

Outside of the above, David is excellent with knowing great spots for doubles, roti, fresh seafood (eastern side of the island), logistics - airport/hotel pickups/dropoffs, etc.. He does it all.

***AND BEST OF ALL - IF HE SAYS HE WILL SHOW UP AT 8:00A.M., HE IS READY AND WAITING AT 08:00A.M. - NOT THE LOCAL'S TIME OF 9 OR 9:30*** read less

We highly recommend Island Girl Tours! Our group of six had the pleasure of enjoying the... read moreOur group of six had the pleasure of enjoying the Eight Hour Circle Tour with David. He was an attentive, engaging, informative host who selected key sites for us to visit. He readily adapted to the pace of our group--allowing for greater or lesser time at certain areas--and helped us take some great photos! We also enjoyed his lunch selection at Jemma's Treehouse. For our second excursion, we attended the Castara Bonfire and had dinner at Cascreole. Again, a thoroughly enjoyable outing with an excellent meal. We look forward to visiting Tobago again and booking another excursion with David and Island Girl Tours! read less

When it’s nice you definitely do it twice with Island Girl Tours🥳🥳 Second time around, larger group, more hidden gems of Tobago... read moreSecond time around, larger group, more hidden gems of Tobago revealed,but my Thanks is to the same Amazing Tour Guide David from Island Girl Tours.

My group and I experienced breathtaking views of waterfalls and forts to the beauty of Castara and Parlatuvier to Lover’s Cove (aka Pink Sand Beach) and the amazing Pirate’s Bay. We absolutely enjoyed ourselves

Adventure filled boat rides, that memorable hotdog (inside joke) and the delicious local cuisine. If anyone is looking for the #1 Island Tour in Tobago, ask for David at Island Girl Tours you won’t be disappointed as there is no one better at customizing tours and providing excellent customer service while making you feel safe and secure.

If your a foodie that’s open to having a good time with plenty vibes like me your gonna love it and keep coming back for amazing experiences each time. #getsbettereverytime #niceanddidittwice #whatawaytostart2020traveladventures read less

Next level customer service From start to finish David went over and above. I... read moreFrom start to finish David went over and above. I initially reached out on their website as the calendar online showed full and I was only in Tobago with my son for a few days. Within minutes David had made contact directly asking me what kind of excursion I was looking for, giving ideas and trying his best to make sure we would have a great time. That in itself earned the 5 stars! The hotel was useless in terms of information, but David was a fountain and really worked hard to create options for us. He arranged for us to do a Nylon Pool trip on one day, which was great fun.

In the end we booked an island tour. The day started amazingly and David was a font of knowledge about the island, the flora and fauna, the history - everything! Sadly the heavens opened and the mists rolled in and the tour quickly became a Bank Holiday trip being stuck in the car. David did the rarest of things! He stopped on the road and offered to call it a day and refund the money! As a charity worker who has limited funds, and only having a short time on the island, I was so grateful as we were able to use the money on our final day to splash out on a nice dinner before leaving.

David was the consummate professional and representation of Tobago. Definitely recommend him and will certainly contact him again if Im able to get us to Tobago again in the future. read less