Things to do in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

25 things to do in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

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• Hike to the summit of La Soufrière volcano

  Trek through rainforest and volcanic scree to the crater rim of St. Vincent’s active stratovolcano, with panoramic views over the island’s rugged north.

  St. Vincent

• Snorkel with green turtles in the Tobago Cays Marine Park

  Swim in crystal-clear waters among sea turtles, rays, and vibrant corals in this protected archipelago of five small cays.

  Tobago Cays

• Swim beneath the twin cascades of Dark View Falls

  Cross a bamboo bridge to two crashing waterfalls and plunge into the cool natural pool tucked into the lush St. Vincent interior.

  Fitz Hughes, St. Vincent

• Unwind on the flawless crescent of Salt Whistle Bay

  Laze on powdery white sand lined by coconut palms and calm turquoise water on the isle of Mayreau, one of the Grenadines’ most photogenic beaches.

  Mayreau

• Stroll through the St. Vincent Botanical Gardens

  Visit the oldest botanical garden in the Western Hemisphere (founded 1765), home to a descendant of the breadfruit tree brought by Captain Bligh.

  Kingstown

• Explore Fort Charlotte above Kingstown

  Climb the ramparts of this 1806 British fort for sweeping views of Kingstown harbour and displays of Carib petroglyphs.

  Kingstown

• Soak in the Owia Salt Pond

  Relax in a natural sea pool formed by lava rock on the northeastern coast, where the Atlantic waves crash dramatically beyond the protective walls.

  Owia, St. Vincent

• Spot the St. Vincent parrot on the Vermont Nature Trail

  Hike through protected rainforest on the lookout for the vibrant endemic St. Vincent parrot (Amazona guildingii) flitting among the canopy.

  Vermont, St. Vincent

• Step onto the Pirates of the Caribbean set at Wallilabou Bay

  Walk among the weathered stone arches and waterfront buildings that served as Port Royal in the film, now a quirky visitor attraction with a small museum.

  Wallilabou, St. Vincent

• Sample Sunset Rum straight from the source

  Tour the St. Vincent Distillers near Georgetown to taste the island’s own strong rum, including the signature Sunset Very Strong Rum.

  Georgetown, St. Vincent

• Dive the Bat Cave and Anchor Reef off Bequia

  Drop into clear water where coral-encrusted anchors mingle with swarming tropical fish and the chance of exploring a shallow cave system.

  Bequia

• Visit the Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary

  Meet hatchling hawksbill turtles and learn about the conservation efforts of this small, family-run sanctuary on Bequia’s peaceful Park Bay.

  Park Bay, Bequia

• Sip a rum punch at Happy Island

  Reach this tiny, man-made bar island by free ferry from Union Island and enjoy music, cocktails, and conch shells with unbeatable sunset views over the reef.

  Clifton, Union Island

• Kiteboard the flats off Ashton

  Ride steady trade winds across the shallow, turquoise lagoon on Union Island’s southern shore, a prime spot for learners and experts.

  Ashton, Union Island

• Browse the bustling Kingstown Market

  Weave through stalls piled high with soursop, breadfruit, dasheen, and fresh-caught fish in the capital’s lively open-air market near the waterfront.

  Kingstown

• Have a sunset cocktail at Basil’s Bar on Mustique

  Drink with the jet-set at this legendary open-air bar overlooking Britannia Bay, famous for its jump-up nights and live music perched above the sea.

  Mustique

• Bask on Princess Margaret Beach

  Sink into soft golden sand on the Bequia shore once frequented by the royal namesake, backed by green hills and calm clear water.

  Bequia

• Climb to the ruins of Hamilton Fort

  Scramble up to this 18th-century hillside stronghold above Port Elizabeth for a lesson in Bequia’s colonial past and excellent harbour views.

  Bequia

• Chase waterfalls to Trinity Falls

  Hike through forested trails to the secluded three-tier cascade near Richmond, rewarding with a refreshing dip in a natural jungle pool.

  Richmond, St. Vincent

• Reach the remote Falls of Baleine by boat

  Accessible only by sea, this dramatic 60-foot waterfall plunges directly into a rocky cove on St. Vincent’s wild northern coast.

  Falls of Baleine, St. Vincent

• Feast on grilled lobster at a Salt Whistle Bay barbecue

  Dig into fresh-caught Caribbean spiny lobster with garlic butter, served right on the beach under a canopy of stars on Mayreau.

  Salt Whistle Bay, Mayreau

• Sail a day charter through the Tobago Cays

  Hop aboard a catamaran from Union Island to glide between the five uninhabited cays, stopping to snorkel, sunbathe, and picnic on deck.

  Tobago Cays

• Decipher the Layou Petroglyphs

  Clamber down to river-worn boulders carved with ancient faces and spirals by the island’s indigenous Kalinago people.

  Layou, St. Vincent

• Watch the sunset from Fort Duvernette

  Take a short boat ride to this sea stack fortress off Young Island and climb the rock-cut staircase for jaw-dropping 360-degree views of the coast.

  Young Island, St. Vincent

• Dance at the Bequia Fish Friday block party

  Join locals and sailors for grilled mahi-mahi, lobster, and ice-cold beer while reggae and soca fill the Port Elizabeth waterfront every Friday night.

  Port Elizabeth, Bequia