Saltwhistle Bay, Mayreau, Photo: FishSpeaker, CC BY 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Find your Bliss in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, made simple: a green volcanic island and a chain of quiet sailing paradises
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is a string of thirty two islands and cays in the southern Caribbean: lush, mountainous St. Vincent with its volcano, waterfalls and busy capital Kingstown, then a trail of small islands south through Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, Mayreau and Union to the turquoise Tobago Cays. This guide explains how it all fits together so you arrive relaxed and ready to explore.
Your trip, step by step
- Before you goEntry rules, hurricane season, ferries, insurance and health, answered
- ArrivingArgyle International Airport, taxis and your first night, explained
- Your days on the islandsHikes, waterfalls, beaches, sailing and island hopping, planned with care
- Heading homeFerry and flight timings back to Argyle, so the end of the trip is calm too
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- Plain answersClear, honest guidance on the questions first-timers actually ask.
- Official sourcesEntry, health and safety facts point you to the official pages to confirm.
- No price surprisesWe explain taxis, ferries, the Eastern Caribbean dollar and island costs so nothing catches you off guard.
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Our promise
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines should feel like trade winds and clear water, not a puzzle. We answer the questions about entry, ferries, money, weather and safety before they start, so you arrive confident and ready to find your Bliss.
Most visitors combine a few days on mainland St. Vincent with time on Bequia or the southern Grenadines. This guide shows how to link them at an easy pace.
How to use this guide
Four steps from first idea to a trip that feels easy.
- Choose your island moodVolcano hikes and waterfalls on St. Vincent, village life on Bequia or reefs and sandbars in the south: start with the destinations that fit you.
- Sort the essentialsEntry for your passport, the right season and current travel advice, checked against official sources.
- Pick your placesUse our places to visit list for beach bars, rum shops, trails, reefs and stays across the islands.
- Plan your routeUse the free trip planner to balance ferries, small flights and beach days at a realistic pace.
Everything your Saint Vincent and the Grenadines trip needs
Free tools and guides for every stage of the journey.
Destinations
Kingstown, the leeward coast, the windward coast and La Soufriere, Bequia and the southern Grenadines, each explained in depth.
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More than a hundred beach bars, restaurants, trails, reefs, markets and stays, from classics to hidden corners.
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Restaurants, sights and stays mapped around each base.
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Mountain and sea
A rainforest volcano in the north, turquoise cays in the south
St. Vincent is steep, green and wonderfully unpolished, with the La Soufriere volcano, black sand bays, the oldest botanical garden in the Americas and waterfalls such as Dark View and the Falls of Baleine. Sail south and the mood changes: Bequia's boatbuilding harbour, Mustique's famous calm, Mayreau's Salt Whistle Bay and the Tobago Cays, where you can snorkel with green turtles over white sand.
- The La Soufriere hike and the Vermont parrot trail
- Kingstown's markets, Fort Charlotte and the Botanical Gardens
- Admiralty Bay, Princess Margaret Beach and the turtle sanctuary on Bequia
- The Tobago Cays Marine Park, Mayreau and Union Island
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Island hopping, without the worry
These islands reward a little preparation: entry checked for your passport, ferry and small plane timings that match your flights, a sense of the season, and realistic expectations of a place that is proudly low key. Our free planner helps you shape it.
- The right mix of mainland and Grenadines days
- Ferry links to Bequia, Canouan, Mayreau and Union
- Festival dates such as Vincy Mas and the Bequia Easter Regatta
Where to go in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
From the capital Kingstown and the volcano coasts of St. Vincent to Bequia's Admiralty Bay and the reefs of the southern Grenadines.
Saint George Parish, St. Vincent
Kingstown
A hilly, busy harbour capital of stone arcades, markets, cathedrals and the oldest botanical gardens in the Americas.
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Saint Andrew, Saint Patrick and Saint David Parishes, St. Vincent
Leeward Coast
A sheltered Caribbean coast of black sand bays, fishing villages, rainforest valleys and waterfalls.
Read the guidePhoto: DavidMPyle, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Charlotte Parish, St. Vincent
Windward Coast and La Soufriere
The wild Atlantic side of St. Vincent, with the volcano hike, rock pools, dry rivers and Garifuna villages.
Read the guidePhoto: Stefan Schäfer, Lich, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The Grenadines
Bequia
The largest and most welcoming of the Grenadines, with a famous yacht harbour, soft beaches and a seafaring soul.
Read the guidePhoto: David Broad, CC BY 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
The Grenadines
Southern Grenadines
Small islands, reefs and sandbars around the Tobago Cays Marine Park, the crown jewel of the country.
Read the guidePhoto: Stefan Schäfer, Lich, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
A note from our founder
A note from our founder
My first time visiting Kenya, I was genuinely surprised with how fast it began feeling like home. The people are so friendly, the food is delicious and familiar, and the accommodations are modern and upscale.
During my travels throughout the continent, I commonly hear tourists share stories about being scammed or taken advantage of, which is both frustrating and disheartening.
Living in Kenya for the last 2 years, I have had the great fortune to meet a network of wonderful Kenyans who have continuously help guide my family's journey. Their shared knowledge has not only greatly enhanced our overall experience here, but it has also saved us tons of time, energy, and resources.
With BlissPoint Travel, my hope is to build a global community that is willing to share useful, uncommon knowledge so that we can all blissfully enjoy the wonders our world has to offer.
Questions we hear most
Is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines good for first-time Caribbean travellers?
Yes, if you like a quieter, less commercial Caribbean. English is the official language, people are friendly and the islands are easy to reach through Argyle International Airport. It suits travellers who prefer nature, sailing and village life to big resorts.
Do I need a visa for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
It depends on your passport. Many nationalities can visit without a visa for a set period, while others must apply in advance. Check the official government and immigration guidance and your own government's travel advice before you book.
What currency is used in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
The Eastern Caribbean dollar, which is pegged to the US dollar. US dollars are accepted in many tourist places and cards work in most hotels, but carry local cash for minibuses, markets and small bars.
When is the best time to visit?
December to May is the dry season and the best time for sailing, hiking and beaches. June to November is hurricane season, with the highest risk from August to October, though it is also quieter and greener.
How do I get between the islands?
Ferries run from Kingstown to Bequia many times a day and less often to Canouan, Mayreau and Union Island. Small planes connect Argyle with Bequia, Canouan, Mustique and Union. Day sails and water taxis cover the Tobago Cays.
How many days do I need?
Ten days is a comfortable first trip: three or four on St. Vincent for Kingstown, a waterfall and the volcano, three on Bequia, and a few days around Union, Mayreau and the Tobago Cays.
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