St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism

St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is made up of the main island of St. Vincent and a chain of smaller islands and cays stretching south toward Grenada, Mayreau among them. If you are planning a trip, plan your stay carefully so you don't miss the experiences that await you.

Best times to visit SVG

SVG is warm all year. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, and the peak of the season brings the greatest risk of storms that can stop ferries and flights. Most visitors come in the drier months outside the hurricane season, which is also the busiest and most expensive time to travel. The months on either side of the busy season can be quieter and offer better rates, but if you travel during hurricane season, keep your plans flexible and consider travel insurance.

Things to do

The Tobago Cays make it onto most itineraries. Visitors come to this small group of uninhabited islands in the southern Grenadines for the beaches, the snorkeling over Horseshoe Reef, and the chance to swim with turtles.

For more adventure, there is the La Soufrière Cross Country Trail on St. Vincent. It crosses the island from coast to coast over the La Soufrière volcano, about 9 miles (15 km) in all, and takes most hikers around six hours. Expect panoramic views and close encounters with the island's plants and wildlife. Hire a guide and check conditions with the national parks authority before you go.

If eco-adventures are not your style, consider chartering a yacht for a day at sea or a week through the islands. Many charters drop anchor in turquoise water off uninhabited islands throughout SVG. In the southern Grenadines, Mayreau's Salt Whistle Bay, Union Island and Canouan are classic stops.

Romantic getaway or family adventure

Whether you are planning a honeymoon or wedding, or simply want to give your family the vacation of a lifetime, St. Vincent and the Grenadines will not disappoint. Warm water, steady trade winds and small, friendly islands make it an ideal Caribbean getaway. Contact a travel agent or the official tourism office to learn more.

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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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