St. Vincent and the Grenadines
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Yacht Charter Guide
St. Vincent and the Grenadines is a multi-island country in the Caribbean’s Windward Islands. The largest island, St. Vincent, is the perfect starting point for a one-way yacht charter, cruising south down the volcanic chain. With over 32 islands and cays to explore, and only 9 of the Grenadines inhabited, this island paradise is less traveled and gives a more authentic, laid-back insight to local life than other Caribbean islands. You won’t run out of idyllic and secluded beaches to visit, and bordering the white sands are the warm, clear waters full of marine life, including the resident turtles who frequent here. Ashore, from its boat-building heritage and scuba dive hotspot of Bequia, the exclusive celebrity hangout on the sandy Mustique, the watersports hub of Union, to the smaller, uninhabited luxury Petit St Vincent, each island offers its own unique atmosphere, activity, and charm.
Best Time To Visit: December to April provides steady trade winds and calm waters for ideal sailing conditions, accompanied by minimal rainfall and lower humidity.
Key Cruising Areas: A one-way island-hopping itinerary is ideal for this region. Begin in St. Vincent, cruise through the islands, including Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, Mayreau, Union, the Tobago Cays, and depart from Grenada.
Don’t Miss: Snorkelling in the unspoilt Tobago Cays Marine Park, surrounded by Horseshoe Reef, is excellent. Explore vibrant coral reefs, marine life, and swim with the turtles in this protected lagoon.
Best Spots For Wining And Dining: On Mustique, the Cotton House luxury hotel is home to the Veranda restaurant, serving a formal evening menu of Caribbean flavors fused with international influences. Nearby is Basil’s Bar, a legendary over-water bar for sundowners. For more rum-based cocktails, head to Jack’s Beach Bar on Bequia.
Best Local Dish: The sandbars are perfect for beach barbecues and picnics. Access Petit Bateau Island within the Tobago Cays by tender and visit Romeo’s Lobster Barbecue for fresh, local lobster grilled to perfection.
Local Culture: Take a privately guided city tour of the capital, Kingstown, on St Vincent, explore colonial buildings, colourful markets, landmark sites, and the historical botanical garden.
Best Beach: Considered one of the best of many in the Grenadines, Salt Whistle Bay is a picturesque crescent-shaped beach, with a leeward side for calm swimming and the other for watersports.
IYC Recommends: A day on anchor in the turquoise waters anywhere within these islands for the ultimate privacy, enjoying watersports and beach setups before relaxing sundowners on the deck with a postcard-perfect backdrop.
More To Explore
Secluded anchorages, turquoise waters, and unspoiled, authentic islands are the hallmarks of St Vincent and the Grenadines. This group of 32 volcanic islands, located in the southern, windward islands of the Caribbean, has rightfully been gaining increasing momentum as a top-tier destination for a luxury yacht charter.Compared to many other Caribbean hotspots, such as St. Barth or the BVI, St. Vincent and the Grenadines are still relatively undiscovered and less visited. With the 2025 Caribbean yacht charter season upon us, the best time to visit these islands is now, between November and April, when the islands have steady winds and calm seas. Offering an authentic experience of the 'true Caribbean', here is our insider guide to cruising this idyllic region:
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