The main road through Tucker Valley ends at Macqueripe, formerly the swimming spot of American troops and now a pretty place to dive into cool green waters, with views over to the misty Venezuelan coastline and lovely landscaped gardens around the steep path down to the sand. A kiosk in the car park sells snacks and drinks.
Macqueripe Beach
Trinidad
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