The Tobago Cays are located in the Grenadines chain of islands, in the southernmost waters of the state of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Four of the Cays, Petit Rameau, Petit Bateau, Jamesby and Baradel, are enclosed within the aptly named Horseshoe Reef. The fifth cay, Petit Tabac, lies just to the east of the main group.

Surrounding the islands are a series of reefs and shallows, including Egg Reef and Worlds End Reef on the eastern side, and Mayreu Gardens to the west. The Horseshoe Reef is teeming with coral and tropical fish of every kind. Known as a snorkelers paradise, the water depth here averages 5 to 7 feet. Under the bright sunshine and the crystal clear waters, the bright colors provide the perfect conditions for observing marine life at its finest.

The afternoon sun that shines down on the white-sand bottom and clear water turns the entire area bright emerald; a spectacular sight. On calm days, it is possible to anchor your boat just inside the reef, leaving it as the only obstacle between you and Africa.

Each island is uninhabited and just waiting to be explored. Beautiful white sandy beaches make great places to sit back, have a picnic and enjoy the day. Beach vendors do flit between the islands selling t-shirts, jewelry and even freshly caught lobsters. In the evenings, as the sun sets, you may even come across a beach barbeque.