Mayreau Practical Travel Tips

Mayreau is small, quiet and reached only by boat. A little preparation makes a visit much easier.

Money

  • The currency of St. Vincent and the Grenadines is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (EC$). US dollars are widely accepted.
  • Bring enough cash for your stay. Do not count on finding an ATM on Mayreau; the nearest banks are on the larger islands, such as Canouan and Union.
  • Small businesses may not take cards, so carry smaller notes for water taxis, meals and drinks.

Getting around

  • Mayreau is easy to explore on foot. A single road runs from the Saline Bay jetty through the village to Salt Whistle Bay.
  • Water taxis link Mayreau with Union Island, Canouan and the Tobago Cays. Agree the fare and the pick-up time before you set off.
  • Ferry days and times change, so check the current schedule before you travel. See how to get to Mayreau.

Arriving by yacht

  • Yachts entering the country in the southern Grenadines usually clear Customs and Immigration at Clifton on Union Island.
  • The waters around Mayreau are part of the Tobago Cays Marine Park. Park fees apply; anchor only in sand or use moorings.

Weather and seasons

  • It is warm all year. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. Watch forecasts and keep plans flexible if you travel then.
  • The trade winds keep the windward side breezy; the leeward bays are usually calmer for swimming.

Health and safety

  • Bring sun protection, a hat and a refillable water bottle. Shade is limited on walks.
  • Wear sturdy shoes for the hill and the tracks to the windward beaches and Monkey Point.
  • Bring any medicine you need. Services on the island are limited.
  • Check sea conditions before swimming on the windward side, and do not swim alone.

Protecting the marine park

  • Do not touch coral, take marine life or fish within the park.
  • Do not buy lobster during the closed season, May 1 to August 31.
  • Scuba dive only with a registered local dive operator.
  • Take all your litter off the beach.

Language and customs

  • English is the official language.
  • Dress modestly away from the beach, and ask before photographing people.

Entry requirements

Entry rules, passport validity and any visa requirements depend on your nationality. Check the official government guidance and your airline before you travel.

Sources

Before you go. Ferry and flight schedules, park fees and opening hours are set by each operator and can change, especially after storms. Confirm the details with the operator or the official tourism office before you travel.
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