Caribbean's Hidden Gem - Unspoiled Paradise
Kingstown
110,000
English
E. Caribbean Dollar
Dec - May
4-5 hours
5-6 hours (via connecting)
9-10 hours
9-10 hours
St. Vincent and the Grenadines comprises 32 islands and cays creating one of the Caribbean's most pristine and unspoiled destinations. St. Vincent, the largest island, showcases volcanic landscapes with La Soufrière volcano, lush rainforests, dramatic black sand beaches, and authentic Caribbean culture largely untouched by mass tourism. The smaller Grenadine islands - including Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, Mayreau, Union Island, and the uninhabited Tobago Cays - deliver exclusive luxury resorts, world-class sailing, pristine beaches, and turquoise waters teeming with marine life.
The nation stands as a premier Caribbean sailing destination, with yacht charters exploring the Grenadines from Bequia through the Tobago Cays Marine Park - a protected area featuring five uninhabited islands surrounded by coral reefs where sea turtles swim freely. Mustique attracts celebrities and royalty seeking privacy on a private island with exclusive villas. Canouan offers ultra-luxury resorts including Mandarin Oriental and Soho Beach House. The combination of natural beauty, environmental protection, authentic culture, and world-class hospitality earned St. Vincent and the Grenadines recognition as Caribbean's Leading Green Destination.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines earned an impressive 13 World Travel Awards in 2025, including the prestigious Caribbean's Leading Green Destination award, recognizing the nation's commitment to environmental protection, sustainable tourism, marine conservation, and preserving natural beauty across its 32 islands and cays.
Capital Kingstown, La Soufrière volcano, botanical gardens, Dark View Falls, black sand beaches, rainforest hiking, authentic Caribbean culture, and local markets.
Bequia's Princess Margaret Beach and Port Elizabeth, Mustique's exclusive villas and beaches, sailing culture, yacht anchorages, and Caribbean charm.
Canouan's Mandarin Oriental and luxury resorts, championship golf, Mayreau's Saltwhistle Bay, and pristine uninhabited cays.
Tobago Cays Marine Park, Union Island hub, Petit St. Vincent private island resort, Palm Island Resort, and sailing paradise waters.
The Grenadines deliver some of the Caribbean's most pristine beaches and clearest waters. Tobago Cays features powdery white sand beaches where sea turtles swim in shallow waters and coral reefs create natural snorkeling aquariums. Princess Margaret Beach on Bequia offers classic Caribbean beauty with calm turquoise waters. Saltwhistle Bay on Mayreau presents a perfect crescent beach with shallow swimming. Canouan's beaches rival the world's best with soft white sand and protected bays.
St. Vincent's beaches showcase volcanic origins with dramatic black sand on the windward coast contrasting with golden sand beaches on the leeward side. Villa Beach near the airport provides convenient swimming and beachfront dining. Petit St. Vincent's beaches offer ultimate privacy. The marine environment remains exceptionally healthy due to environmental protection, delivering vibrant coral reefs, diverse fish species, and pristine underwater ecosystems perfect for snorkeling and diving.
St. Vincent and the Grenadines ranks among the world's premier sailing destinations. The protected waters between islands create ideal sailing conditions with steady trade winds. Yacht charters from Bequia or Union Island explore the chain, anchoring in secluded bays, visiting different islands daily, and experiencing the ultimate Caribbean sailing adventure. The Tobago Cays serve as the crown jewel with protected anchorage surrounded by reefs.
Diving and snorkeling reveal pristine coral reefs, walls, and marine life. The Tobago Cays Marine Park protects sea turtles that swim freely among snorkelers. Wreck diving, wall diving, and reef diving provide varied underwater experiences. Fishing, both deep-sea and reef fishing, produces marlin, wahoo, tuna, and barracuda. Kitesurfing and windsurfing thrive on Union Island. Kayaking, paddleboarding, and beach hopping by water taxi offer additional water adventures across the scattered islands.
The Caribbean's Leading Green Destination award recognizes St. Vincent and the Grenadines' commitment to environmental protection and sustainable tourism. The Tobago Cays Marine Park implements strict regulations protecting coral reefs, sea turtles, and marine ecosystems. Limited development preserves natural landscapes. The government prioritizes conservation, marine protection, and sustainable practices over mass tourism development.
Rainforest preservation on St. Vincent protects endemic species including the St. Vincent parrot. Many resorts implement green practices including solar power, water conservation, and local sourcing. The nation's relatively undiscovered status helps maintain environmental integrity. Visitors experience authentic Caribbean nature largely unchanged by development - volcanic landscapes, pristine reefs, protected marine parks, and lush rainforests creating an eco-conscious Caribbean paradise.
Exclusive packages and offers for SVG vacations
7 nights ultra-luxury • Golf • Spa • Pristine beaches • Gourmet dining
7-day yacht charter • Tobago Cays • Bequia • Mustique • Island hopping
6 nights boutique • Snorkeling • Island tours • Princess Margaret Beach