Matelot Falls
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Tue, 2011-04-19 20:24 | by admin
1. Matelot Falls .....Good Friday 6th April'12 (family hike)
Have you ever dreamed of breaking away from the busy hustle of city life and relaxing in a sleepy village next to a stunning beach, river and waterfall? The sky's the limit in Matelot ! The peacefulness and scenery makes it an excellent nature resort for hikers,bird lovers, divers ,adventurers and those seeking relaxation, wellness and a peaceful corner to unwind that you will never want to leave.Located at the end of the Toco Paria Main Road, Matelot is the last village on Trinidad's North Eastern Coast .Wildlife is plentiful and a wide variety of exotic birds including the endangered pawi can be sighted in the surrounding forest. At night the leather back turtle comes ashore to nest on the coastline.The numerous hiking trails lead to breath-taking rivers,mountains and waterfalls, the most popular been “The Paria Trail” starting in Matelot and finishing at Blanchisseuse, Spring Bridge. At the western end of the village lies the river,this area is a popular picnic spot and two miles further upstream the Matelot Falls can be discovered.
The Cedula of Population of 1783 invited French Immigrants to develop the country and set up estates in remote areas. Matelot is french for sailor and before roads were constructed this far-flung area was occupied by seamen.The population today is about six hundred villagers who main sources of income are fishing,hunting ,agriculture and eco-tourism .Matelot local tour guides headed by Wazi will be on hand to assist Island Hikers.
On Good-Friday 6th April'12 Island Hikers visit Matelot Falls
Assembly 1: 6.00am Eric Williams Medical Complex Mt Hope
Assembly 2 : 6.30am Corner of O'meara Road and Churchill Roosevelt Highway Arima
Optional Maxi Taxi transport from Mt Hope to Matelot must call Mario to reserve seat cost $80.00 transport only
Hiking Time : 1 hour
Rating :3 fair
Cost of hike $40.00
Security per vehicle $20.00
Note :A hamper donation will be given out to a villager in need and hikers are asked to contribute a tin .
Hikers wishing to spend the Easter Weekend camping out in Toco (Friday & Saturday) please contact Hike leader Robin to book 681-1389