Page 3 - Boat hire & yacht charter in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

St. Vincent and the Grenadines is a Caribbean nation, with Saint Vincent being the main island, alongside a chain of 31 smaller islands, including two-thirds of the northern part of the Grenadines. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is an amazing location in the Caribbean, known for its growing tourism sector and natural beauty, and is a great place to start your charter due to the numerous small islands to explore.

Pricing and Info on hiring a boat in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Prices average around £500 a day for sailboats. For a week in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines during the peak season in the winter months, prices average about £4000 while in the off-season, prices average about £2500. These prices vary however, due to the type of boat and the time of year you want to go.

Boat availability in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

You will struggle to find motorboats to hire in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, due to the ideal sailing conditions in the Caribbean, as well as a lot of the area being environmentally protected, so sailboats are much more popular. The tourist season is from December to April, as the year-round warm temperatures make it a good escape during the winter months, however, prices here will be higher and crowds busier. The off-season is between July and October, also known as hurricane season which still has nice weather but is threatened by potential hurricanes. Boating is a popular activity in the Caribbean, so availability goes quickly, and it is important therefore to book in advance.

Do I need a license to hire a boat in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?

No, you do not need a license to hire a bareboat in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, however, you do need to prove you can handle the boat. That said, it is still possible to book a boat with a skipper in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, which offers a different experience.

Overview of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

If you are looking for the perfect beach holiday to relax, but also want to explore different places and cultures, St Vincent and the Grenadines is the place for you. With a multitude of islands to discover, there is no limit to the things to do.

The main island is Saint Vincent, also known as ‘The City of Arches’ and is the busiest place in St Vincent and the Grenadines, with impressive architecture including cobbled streets and historic buildings and churches. Despite this, a lot of the island is still undiscovered and covered in vegetation with gives the island a unique look and feel. The island is mountainous and a volcanic island, with some popular activities including hiking (including the demanding hike to the top of La Soufriere Volcano and the produce market where people come from all over the island to sell fresh fruit and vegetables.

Another popular area to visit is Bequia, which has a direct ferry daily from Saint Vincent, which is known for the incredible wildlife which can be seen on the beaches, green meadows, and fishing villages, as well as the artists’ studios. Bequia is the largest of the Grenadine islands and is known worldwide for its beautiful beaches, as well as excellent diving opportunities due to the colourful reefs, caves, wall dives and wrecks to explore.

If you are a big fan of underwater exploring, either diving or snorkelling, other than Bequia, a great place to visit is Tobago Cays which is just a sail away. Here you can see the horseshoe reef which creates a calm lagoon where if you are lucky, you might spot dolphins, whales, or turtles. If you are going to hire a boat, the best place to hire from is Union Island, which is home to the southernmost marina and is home to some lovely fishing villages and coastal paths.

If you are looking for a more private and secluded holiday, stay on one of the private islands, from Petit St Vincent, which is home to only 22 cottages on the island, to palm island one of the best resorts in St Vincent and the Grenadines.

Sailing areas around Saint Vincent and the Grenadines:

• Tobago Cays
• Bequia
• Grenadines
• Petit St Vincent
• Union Island