Gasparee Caves
Visit To Gasparee Caves
Gasparee Caves is located on the North - Eastern end of Gaspar Grande Island at Point Baleine.The Island of Gasparee is made up of limestone rocks and the cave was formed when water containing carbon dioxide dissolved the limestone to form fascinating shapes of Stalactites and Stalagmites. Some of these rocks give the appearance of a dinosaur head,chandelier ,two lovers hugging and even cave flowers.What makes this cave fascinating is the crystal blue water of the underground pool .It is always a pleasure to be given the opportunity to have a refreshing swim in the cave but because of it's depth is only recommended for swimmers .
The island of Gaspar Grande is full of rich history in 1783 Governor Don Jose Chacon granted the Island to Gaspar De Percin.Between 1826 and 1864 a flourishing whaling Station was established at Point Baleine ,later a hotel was built owned by Cannings and during world war 11 a gunnery was established just above the caves .
The Trinidad and Tobago Tourist Board realising it potential bought the lands surrounding the cave,restored it with electricity and erected a staircase.The gunnery was refurbished and a concrete foot path was built.This was later handed over to the Chagaramas Development Authority to arrange tours .
On Sunday 27th March,2011 Island Hikers will take you on a CDA guided tour to Gasparee Caves. After visiting the caves we sail to Scotland Bay to enjoy sea bathing with a return hike.
Sunday March 27th................. Gasparee Caves and return hike from Scotland Bay
Assembly:7.00am KFC Carpark Westmall
Registration on morning of hike : $150 includes Island Home gate entrance Fee , Chagaramas Development Authority Tour Guides Fee ,Boat fee ,Hike fee and a refreshment.
