St Vincent and Grenadines

Hiking, gastronomy, history, culture, diving, and snorkeling are amongst the top experiences you can enjoy on a crewed yacht charter in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

With a French and then a British colonial past, St Vincent historically produced coffee, tobacco, indigo, corn, and sugar. Today, tourism is one of the most important sectors, so one of the best ways to enjoy the islands in peace and privacy is to rent a yacht in St Vincent and the Grenadines.

Away from the crowds, St Vincent offers great hiking trails, including the challenging La Soufrière volcano or picturesque Vermont Nature Trail. In Kingstown, take a walk with all the family around the 20-acre Botanical Gardens in the capital to learn about the local flora and fauna, before heading up to the elevated colonial-era Fort Charlotte for views out over the capital.

Drop anchor outside Bequia’s Port Elizabeth, which has some great restaurants and a relaxed charm that is distinctly on ‘island time’. Bequia is known for its picture-perfect white sand beaches but has plenty more to offer than quiet walks along the powder-soft sand. As well as some great snorkelling spots, take the whole family to visit the island’s Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary to learn about the rescued animals.

The former 1,400-acre sugar plantation of Mustique is known for its large, private villas which pepper the lush, green hillsides. The island’s low-key, vibrant bars – such as the infamous Basil’s Bar – offer a chance to kick off your shoes and dance the night away. For daytime activities, there is horseback riding on the island or tennis courts for a little friendly match, while those who prefer to spend time in or on the water can scuba dive, snorkel, surf, or kite-surf in the waters off Mustique.

On Union, put on your walking shoes and take to one of the island’s many beautiful trails, including to the summit of Mount Taboi for panoramic views of the bright cerulean water and neighboring islands beyond. There is also a well-protected inshore coral reef system within the lagoon which is well suited to younger members of a group, with colourful fish and coral heads close to the surface.

The best time to charter a yacht in St Vincent and the Grenadines is between December and April, which is considered the peak charter season in the Caribbean. Average temperatures in Bequia are generally stable year-round, with highs of approximately 28C (82F) in December and April.

The sea temperature between December and April is usually around 27C (81F), with the annual peak of 29C (84F) being in September and October.

The islands of Mustique, Bequia, and Union as well as the Tobago Cays are elegant destinations to visit on a luxury yacht charter in St Vincent and the Grenadines.

Many of those who are renting a yacht in St Vincent and the Grenadines will fly into Argyle International Airport near Kingstown and embark from there. Charterers can cruise south to the major islands like Mustique, Bequia, and Union (which is the furthest at just 70 kilometers or 45 miles from Kingstown).

There are various smaller islands also worth a stop on a charter in St Vincent and the Grenadines, including the stunning archipelago of the Tobago Cays (which has a marine park), Mayreau, and Canouan.

What are the major yachting ports in St Vincent and the Grenadines?

The major yachting ports in St Vincent and the Grenadines include the cruise ship terminal Port Kingstown, Port Elizabeth on the island of Bequia, Clifton Harbour on Union Island, and the pretty Britannia Bay on Mustique.

There is little in the way of formal infrastructure for docking superyachts in St Vincent and the Grenadines. Large yachts can dock at the cruise ship terminal in St Vincent with prior permission but spend most of their time at anchor or on a mooring when cruising the islands.

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