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The Best Time to Visit St. Vincent & The Grenadines

When to visit St. Vincent & The Grenadines solely depends on what shapes your version of dreamy Caribbean vacations. The overwhelming majority of travellers, though, prefer to visit the islands between December and April, which is also the peak season that lures primarily European visitors with the great, warm weather and the dry temperatures. However, other seasons and months are equally pleasing for various other reasons.

THE DRIEST WEATHER

The period between February and April is the driest for St. Vincent and The Grenadines. Nevertheless, since the islands enjoy an excellent, tropical, and hot climate throughout the year, any time except for the hurricane season is a great time to travel here. As for the temperatures, they are fairly consistent across most of the months, averaging around 30oC (86oF) at the most, which is pleasant enough for practically every activity and experience.
The rainy season starts in June and lasts until November when the islands usually experience short-lived yet intense rain showers. This is the official hurricane season for St. Vincent and The Grenadines, although the nation’s southern location usually saves the islands from hurricane strikes. That being said, the climate between the Grenadines varies significantly, with the northern islands being more humid and cold than their southern counterparts, which are generally warmer and slightly drier.

BETTER PRICES

If you are after more affordable vacations, then the months of May, June, and November will satisfy your demand. These are considered shoulder months, which forces local businesses and accommodation facilities to drop their rates and even offer significant discounts compared to the high season. The crowds start to thin out between July and October, though. Although the hotel prices are probably the lowest you can get, the island is preparing for the hurricane season while still enjoying average highs of around 29oC (85oF).

HIKING & CYCLING

To try such activities, one needs the least possible humidity and the driest possible weather to indulge in their outdoor endeavours without being harassed by the elements. For that reason, travelling to St. Vincent and The Grenadines from January through May is the best period. From June onward until the end of the year, the nation enters its rainy and hurricane season, which is rather prohibitive for such ventures.

SUNBATHING & ENJOYING THE BEACHES

All 32 islands that make up St. Vincent and The Grenadines nation have a beach-perfect climate all year round, with such a tropical climate and warm temperatures. The best months to get the most out of your beach-related experiences are between January and May, the driest and least humid months of the year.

WINDSURFING

The most ideal period for windsurfing, kitesurfing, and other water sports that require some decent wind speed to increase the excitement factor is from December through July, when the average wind speed is around 13 knots (15MPH), with February being the windiest month of all with the best sustained high wind (around 16 knots or 18.4MPH).

EVENTS & FESTIVALS

St. Vincent and The Grenadines always find a reason to celebrate life, get together, and have fun feasting, dancing, drinking, and partying, one way or another. The period with the most popular events is between December and June.
Some of the vibrant festivities that put the islands into their most joyous and colourful clothes are:

Nine Mornings Festival – It takes place in December and awakens Vincentians in the early hours to partake in bicycle ridings, dances, sea baths, street concerts, and more, for nine mornings before Christmas.

Bequia Music Festival – A January celebration and one of Bequia’s most beloved live music festivals.

Mustique Blues Festival – This is happening between January 22^nd through February 5^th every year, where Blues music is the star.

Bequia Easter Regatta – Every Easter weekend (typically in April) a cosmopolitan mix of yacht and boat owners comes together to race with one another, while there is also a plethora of onshore activities to join.

Canouan Regatta – Between May and June, this annual festival excites participants with beauty pageants, calypso competitions, games, sports, and, of course, boat races, as well as a cultural extravaganza and more.

Vincy Mas Carnival – A huge deal in St. Vincent & The Grenadines region celebrated with a 12-day galore of activities.

TRAVEL EXPERIENCE BY SEASON

Below is a guide to help get an idea of what to expect from travelling to St. Vincent and The Grenadines by season:

Spring – The period between March and May in the region is warm, which is the outcome of high temperatures and humidity. The average highs range from around 30.6oC (87.1oF) and 28.8oC (83.8oF), with the later months being warmer. It is also the busiest season for tourism, with only a couple of rainy days per month (if at all). Overall, it is a great time to visit the nation if you want to have plenty of options and things to do.

Summer – The average high temperatures are still quite warm, and the weather is comfortable during the middle-year months of June, July, and August. Precipitation is moderate, with roughly 2-3 days of rain every month. This period is a fairly slow season in St. Vincent and The Grenadines for tourism, which means that accommodation and lodging have a lower price tag attached to them than in the previous months.

Fall – From September through November. The region welcomes visitors with an average amount of rain per month (usually between 2-5 days of rain each month) and pleasant temperatures ranging from 31.4oC (88.6oF) and 20oC (86oF) – these refer to the daily highs. The overall sensation is fairly pleasant, considering the wind and humidity, which are relatively high. At the same time, it is the slowest period tourism-wise due to the weather, which also translates to even more affordably priced goods, services, and accommodation.

Winter – Unlike most of the rest of the world, winter in St. Vincent and The Grenadines is very enjoyable and warm, which is why it is one of the two most preferred seasons to visit the islands. Again, the average highs from December through February are between 30.1oC (86.1oF) and 28.7oC (83.7oF), while it rains approximately 2-4 times per month. However, the rains are very quick and not the least close to the heavy downpours of the hurricane season.

Visa Requirement

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Holders of diplomatic and official passports are not required to get a visa to enter St. Vincent & The Grenadines as long as their stay in the country does not exceed 30 days in 12 months. The same applies to most holders of national passports.

Nationals of Afghanistan, Haiti, China, Nigeria, Lebanon, Iraq, Iran, Syria, and the Dominican Republic must apply for a visa to Saint Vincent & The Grenadines Ministry of National Security. You can visit the Ministry’s official website here: Home – Ministry of National Security, Air, and Sea Port Development.

The visa policy of St. Vincent & The Grenadines differs depending on the country a traveller belongs to. Most countries, though, are visa-exempt and are provided with validity for up to a few days so their nationals can stay in the country without having to issue a visa.

Only five countries have 100% freedom of movement inside St. Vincent & The Grenadines, always at the moment of this writing. These are Barbuda and Antigua, Nevis and Saint Kitts, Saint Lucia, Grenada, and Dominica. This means that people coming from these regions can enter, live within, and leave the country as they please and are not required, under any circumstances, to get a visa to enter St. Vincent & The Grenadines.

Citizens coming from a country in the European Union can enter and live in the country for up to 90 days without needing a visa. However, this regulation does NOT apply to Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Russia, Norway, Iceland, the United Arab Emirates, and Ireland.

Citizens of Taiwan are visa-exempt, provided that their stay in St. Vincent & The Grenadines is no more than six months or 180 days.
All the nationals that are visa-exempt for a specific period (or have a visa that allows them to stay in the country for a specific number of days) need to get a visa if they intend to remain in St. Vincent & The Grenadines after the completion of the given time frame.

VISA REQUIREMENT

To get a St. Vincent & The Grenadines visa, one must provide the following:

A Visa Application form (you can access it through this link: SAINT VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES (www.gov.vc )).
Two passport-size photographs.
A copy of their passport Bio page.
A Police Certificate of Character.
Proof of stay (could be your hotel booking if staying at a hotel or another accommodation option).
A Letter from Sponsor (if staying with a local family or resident).
Proof that you can cover your costs during your stay in the country (a Financial Statement from you, the applicant, and/or the Sponsor, if there is one).
A Letter of Charter Agreement (when applicable).

VISA APPLICATION & PROCESSING FEE

All visa applications and relevant documentation must be sent to the Ministry of National Security of St. Vincent & The Grenadines. Please remember to send the original Visa Application Form and the processing fee of EC$200. This could be sent via wire transfer. In this case, please expect the bank to charge an added fee for the transaction (which applies to most US and European banks). If you send your payment via Bank Draft, kindly ensure you make it out to the Accountant General (Treasure Department) in Kingstown (St. Vincent).

Below, you can find all the needed information to proceed with a bank transfer successfully:

Beneficiary Account Name Accountant General
Beneficiary Account No 300001
Bank ID or Swift Code NCBVVC22
Bank Address Halifax Street – Granby Street, Kingstown
Bank Name Bank of St. Vincent and the Grenadines

You can send all the needed documents, together with the selected form of payment by any courier of your choice, such as Express Mail, DHL, FEDEX, and others, to the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of National Security in Kingstown, Saint Vincent (the Office of the Prime Minister).
If you have any questions or require more information about your visa application and whether you need to apply for one, you can call the Ministry of National Security at (784) 457-1426 or (784) 456-1701 or email them at either svgnatsec@gmail.com or office.natsec@mail.gov.vc.

VISA EXTENSION & OBTAINING AN E-VISA

Whether you are a citizen of a country that requires you to have a visa to enter St. Vincent and The Grenadines or not, you can only stay up to the provided time duration, be it 30 days, 60 days, 180 days, or otherwise, based on the current laws and regulations. After the expiration of your visa-free duration, it is paramount to acquire a visa to prolong your stay in St. Vincent & The Grenadines.
This means that you will have to either apply for a visa if you come from a visa-exempt country (except for the five countries mentioned above that have freedom of movement) or apply for a visa extension if you already have a St. Vincent & The Grenadines visa.
Applying for an eVisa is a hassle-free way to obtain the needed visa. You can acquire it only while you are in Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, according to the country’s current Visa Policy. Another way is to get a visa issued before your arrival here. In this case, you will have to head to an Embassy or Consulate nearest to where you live and apply for a visa for the desired duration.
To apply for an eVisa online, you fill out an online form, provide all the needed information and documents, such as your contact details and your passport, and pay the applicable fee to have your eVisa issued in real time. Kindly ensure that you give a valid email ID, as this is where you will receive the important e-document that will allow you to continue living in Saint Vincent and The Grenadines for the duration mentioned on your eVisa.
Important note: Having a visa (this applies to nationals requiring a visa to enter the country) does NOT guarantee that you will be allowed to enter the country. This decision lies exclusively at the discretion of the Immigrant Officer, who will go through your information/details.

Before You Travel

Venturing to St. Vincent & The Grenadines is a fantastic way to give your vacations the spark you need. With not only one but 32 remote islands and cays to choose from (all boasting spectacular landscapes featuring picturesque harbours, emerald hills, sugary shores, crystal-clear waters, boutique hotels, and profound natural allure), this beautiful Caribbean destination, indeed, feels like a dream fulfillment. To help plan this wonderful escapade you have in mind, we give you some basic details and things to know about the country so you can plan more wisely (and efficiently) and get in St. Vincent & The Grenadines mood a moment sooner!

LANGUAGE

The official language of St. Vincent & The Grenadines is English. However, as with most Caribbean islands, the locals also speak their creole language. In St. Vincent & The Grenadine’s case, that would be Vincentian Creole, an English-based creole with influences from Portuguese, Spanish, and French languages, while also having elements from the West African and the Garifuna languages that were brought to the Caribbean region by the slave trade.

MONEY & TIPPING

The local currency is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD or EC$), whose notes are in denominations of EC$5, 10, 20, 50, and 100, while its coins are in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 25 cents and EC$2 and EC$1. That being said, the US dollar is also widely accepted on the island. However, take note when paying with USD because you will receive your change in EC$. So, pay attention to the exchange rate, which, in most cases, is not particularly favourable for the traveller. Therefore, you might want to head to an ATM nearby (all the major islands belonging to St. Vincent & The Grenadines complex, except for Mayreau, have 24-hour ATMs and a bank) and dispense EC dollars. Credit cards and travellers’ cheques are well accepted at the larger restaurants and most hotels in St. Vincent & The Grenadines.

Finally, tipping is not obligatory in St. Vincent & The Grenadines because a 10% service charge is automatically added to your restaurant or hotel bill. However, you are always free to leave a tip if you have received services that went above and beyond what you initially expected.

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERNET

St. Vincent & The Grenadines island complex has an excellent telecommunications infrastructure, which means that the overwhelming majority of the 30+ islands forming the country have reliable mobile coverage. As for Wi-Fi and internet coverage and speed, expect plenty of Wi-Fi hotspots around tourist areas and high-speed internet available almost across the country.

Finally, 784 is the telephone code for St. Vincent & The Grenadines.

CLOTHING ETIQUETTE

Being a tropical country in the Caribbean region, things are quite relaxed and chilled in St. Vincent & The Grenadines overall. So, casual cotton clothing is highly recommended. However, if you are planning on having dinner in a formal restaurant at any of St. Vincent & The Grenadines islands, you might want to pack a few more formal pieces, such as a jacket, tie, and shirt (for the men) and a dress or another smart attire (for women).

Kindly note that you cannot be seen wearing camouflage clothes in St. Vincent & The Grenadines. Just like many other Caribbean nations, camouflage clothing is forbidden unless you are an army soldier or official. This also includes children’s clothes and even applies to any item made from camouflage materials. If you are wearing or carrying such garments, these will be confiscated by the authorities and never be returned to you.

FOOD AND LOCAL CUISINE

Although St. Vincent & The Grenadines islands are quite small in size, almost in their entirety, they still provide a wealth of options when it comes to eating out. The unofficial symbol of St. Vincent is the breadfruit, a main ingredient in many recipes, including St. Vincent & The Grenadine’s national dish, roasted breadfruit, and fried jackfish. The nutrient-packed fruit is so popular in the region that it even has its festival – the Breadfruit Festival held every August.

Other Vincentian mainstays are seafood, vegetables, and fruit, which help create delicious dishes, such as queen conch (called lambi), kingfish, red snapper, callaloo soup, and a dish made from a traditional Amerindian crop called arrowroot, which is powdered and then used pretty much like flour to make puddings and bread.

Curried goat and chicken are also popular, usually accompanied by Hairoun, the local beer, which is also the name the early settlers of the island gave to St. Vincent. Of course, rum flows abundantly across the country and is often mixed into potent punches.

GETTING AROUND

Visitors have a few ways to get around St. Vincent & The Grenadines, including taxis, buses, cars, and ferries. The best way to navigate the inland of most of the 32 islands of St. Vincent & The Grenadines is by taxi. Taxi fares are reasonably priced, and they are plentiful in the majority of the bigger islands. Taking a taxi is also potentially the easiest way to transfer from St. Vincent’s Argyle International Airport (AIA) to your hotel room. However, renting a car is also a nice alternative to getting anywhere. However, it is not available across all islands, other than just St. Vincent, Mustique, and Bequia. Nevertheless, you might want to think twice before renting a car, as the roads are challenging to drive and the road infrastructure is not that great.

Buses are other popular means of getting around, but their service is limited to the islands of St. Vincent, Bequia, and Union Island. Also, expect them to be cramped and overcrowded most of the time.

Now, when it comes to island hopping ventures, you can head to the central harbour of St. Vincent in Kingstown and take any of the ferries that shuttle passengers to the Grenadines daily. Luckily, there are numerous ferry companies available to choose from.

The country has five major airports, the most popular being Argyle International Airport (AIA). Other smaller airstrips are found on Union Island (UNI), Mustique (MQS), Bequia (BQU), and Canouan (CIW).

Weather

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General Overview

The climate in St. Vincent & The Grenadines is tropical, a familiar fact across all Caribbean islands, and humid and hot from January through December. The weather is also distinguished by two primary seasons, a humid, hot, and, at the same time, rainy season spanning from the middle of the year through the end of it (from June to December) and a dry yet fairly cool, season from the start of the year until mid-April.

As is typical across most Caribbean regions, trade winds also affect each nation’s weather and climate. In St. Vincent & The Grenadines’ case, the intensity of the northeast trade winds is quite modest while they blow steadily and constantly during the rainy season but become more irregular and may even experience some short breaks during the dry season. This, in turn, makes the atmosphere feel a little muggy.

There is also an in-between period, from mid-April to late May, when the frequency of thunderstorms increases and the temperature rises, giving a taste of the upcoming rainy and hot season.

Temperature

Temperature-wise, there are a few noticeable differences and variations in St. Vincent and The Grenadines. As seen in the table below, the mean temperature ranges between 27.8oC (82oF) in January, February, and March and 29.9oC (85.9oF) in September. In any case, the temperatures are great for outdoor activities and water sports. However, kindly note that the evenings could feel colder in the winter months, but then again, nothing that can spoil your mood or vacations.

Average Temperatures (in degrees Celsius)

Month	High (°C)	Mean (°C)	Low (°C)
January	29.1	27.8	26.1
February	28.9	27.8	25.8
March	29.1	27.8	25.9
April	29.7	28.5	26.6
May	30.5	29.2	27.3
June	30.3	29.1	27.2
July	30.3	29	27.2
August	30.7	29.3	27.6
September	31.2	29.9	27.9
October	30.8	29.4	27.3
November	30.3	28.9	27
December	29.7	28.3	26.6

Average Temperatures (in degrees Fahrenheit)

Month	High (°F)	Mean (°F)	Low (°F)
January	84.3	82	78.9
February	84.1	82	78.5
March	84.3	82	78.7
April	85.5	83.3	79.9
May	86.9	84.5	81.1
June	86.6	84.3	80.9
July	86.6	84.2	81
August	87.2	84.8	81.7
September	88.1	85.9	82.3
October	87.4	85	81.2
November	86.5	84	80.6
December	85.4	82.9	79.8

Feels-Like Temperatures

The weather is experienced in various ways than just what the digital or mercury thermometer shows. It is also affected by humidity and winds. This is why we often feel much higher temperatures (than they are) when the humidity levels are higher. Likewise, lower temperatures make us feel much colder if there are high winds. These are the perceived temperatures.

Regarding humidity, the levels in St. Vincent and The Grenadines are above average throughout the year, with November being the most humid month (69% relative humidity) and February being the least humid month (60% relative humidity).

Average Relative Humidity by Month

Month	Average Relative Humidity
January	61.6%
February	60.1%
March	61.9%
April	67.7%
May	68.1%
June	67.3%
July	69.2%
August	68%
September	68.3%
October	68.5%
November	69.3%
December	64%

Rainfall

The months with the lowest chance of rain are March, April, and May, with the first being the least likely to experience any severe downpours of the three. Kindly note that this refers to significant precipitation, which means rains that bring at least 25.5 millimeters (1 inch) of water. The months with the most rain days are July, June, and October, with an average of around 15, 13, and 12 rainy days, respectively. Finally, the period with the least precipitation is between March and May, with less than ten days of rain each month.

Month	Daily Chance of Rain	Total Precipitation (cm)	Total Precipitation (in)	Average Rainy Days
January	9%	3	1.2	11.7
February	8%	2.3	0.9	10.1
March	7%	2.3	0.9	7.9
April	6%	2.8	1.1	9.2
May	6%	2.3	0.9	9.9
June	8%	3.6	1.4	12.9
July	10%	4.1	1.6	15.1
August	10%	4.8	1.9	11.7
September	8%	4.6	1.8	11.1
October	10%	4.8	1.9	12.2
November	17%	7.9	3.1	13
December	12%	4.8	1.9	12.4

Wind

The wind usually has a moderate intensity in St. Vincent and The Grenadines. The windiest months are January, February, and March, with the second being the windiest, with an average speed of nearly 13 knots (24.1 KPH or 14.9 MPH). In plainer terms, a wind with that speed is perceived as a moderate breeze. As for the period with the highest wind speed and highest sustained winds (meaning wind that blows for more than a few moments), that would be the months between late February through early March (16.8 knots). Again, it is felt as a moderate breeze.

Tip: Any wind speed below 10 knots is perceived as a gentle breeze, while over 11, it is felt more intensely (like a moderate breeze).

Average Wind Speeds

Month	Avg. Wind (knots)	Sustained High Wind
January	12.4	15.2
February	13	16
March	12.1	15
April	11.2	13.7
May	11	13.8
June	11.9	14.8
July	11.3	14.3
August	9.2	12.2
September	7.5	9.9
October	10.5	13.3
November	9.9	13.3
December	11.2	14.1

Sea Temperature

The sea is inviting and warm enough to enjoy water sports and swimming year-round. The sea temperature ranges from 27oC (81oF) to 29oC (84oF) between January and March and September and October, respectively.

Sea temperature (Kingstown)

Month	Celsius (°C)	Fahrenheit (°F)
January	27	81
February	27	80
March	27	80
April	27	81
May	28	82
June	28	82
July	28	83
August	29	84
September	29	84
October	29	84
November	28	83
December	28	82

Hurricane Season

The hurricane season is from June to November for the entire Caribbean region. Now, depending on where each island is situated, it might be more likely to be affected by a tropical storm than another. The location also plays a role in the damage caused by a hurricane, should one hit a Caribbean island. In Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, the most likely period for a cyclone to strike the islands is between August and October. Nevertheless, there are fewer chances of a hurricane affecting the region compared to the other Caribbean islands, as it is tucked in the southernmost part of the hurricane belt.

More Tips & Advice

St. Vincent and The Grenadines is a peaceful, less-traveled tropical paradise (compared to its more famous Caribbean siblings) with lots to please and pamper visitors. Although exploring it requires quite a lot of time, considering that there are no direct flights from major regions like the EU, it rewards with its impressive natural terrain and the many opportunities to claim the dreamy Caribbean vacations you always had in mind. To make this visit even more soul-gratifying, we give you some basic facts and details about the beautiful Caribbean nation that you might find quite compelling!

CULTURE AND CUSTOMS

The more you blend in with the local lifestyle, the more you will probably realise that it barely fits the Caribbean stereotypes. So, although the country does have a laid-back and utterly hospitable attitude overall, chances are you won’t find many Vincentians lounging along the beach with visitors. Instead, they are most commonly seen promoting tourism through fishing and agricultural trade or getting into fiery political debates!

That aside, Sundays are primarily spent in church, while the restaurants and shops are usually open for a few hours. Speaking of restaurants, although the island’s dress code is casual, you may want to check with the restaurant or another venue you want to visit as some of them require semi-formal attire, and you might appear underdressed if you walk in with shorts and flip-flops.

WATER

Although the water in St. Vincent is safe to drink, you may want to stick to bottled water when visiting The Grenadines. It should also be noted that the water in St. Vincent may have a chlorinated taste, making it uncomfortable to drink. This is probably because the water runs from the mountain reserves of the island and has to be purified and filtered before reaching the residential areas.

SAFETY

You will feel safe wandering around any of the islands of St. Vincent and The Grenadines. That being said, though, here are a few safety considerations to bear in mind:

— The Soufriere volcano last erupted in 2021 (April), almost 42 years after its last eruption in 1979.
— The overall crime rate in St. Vincent & The Grenadines is relatively low, though muggings are quite often, as is the case with most tourist destinations worldwide. Applying common sense and taking precautions will help avoid getting into such trouble.
— Sailing crime (robberies from yachts) could be an issue in St. Vincent & The Grenadines. Most incidents occur in Ratho Mill, Young Island, Mayreau, Salt Whistle Bay, Princess Margaret Beach, Union Island, Petit St. Vincent, Chateaubelair, and Wallilabou. Kindly take your valuables (i.e., cash, phone, computer) when leaving your vessel.
— Hiking is best experienced with a local guide or tour operator, especially if you are considering a trek in the more isolated northern areas of St. Vincent, where police presence is limited.
— Same-sex sexual activity is prohibited in St. Vincent and The Grenadines at the time of this writing and is punishable with up to 10 years imprisonment. So, kindly keep public displays of affection with your partner to a minimum.

MANCHINEEL TREES – BEWARE OF THEM

Despite their rather charming looks, Manchineel trees are not to be touched. This is because the seemingly innocuous and unsuspecting trees produce a poisonous sap. If you touch it, chances are you will get excruciating blisters. So, kindly try to resist the urge to grab one of their fruits (they look pretty much like apples), no matter how inviting or tasty they may appear. Some Manchineel trees are already labelled with a warning sign. However, don’t rely on signage to refrain from touching one.

ELECTRICITY

The standard voltage in St. Vincent & The Grenadines can be 230V or 110V – this duality is commonly seen across several Caribbean islands. The type of socket the country uses would be a Type G plug, mainly used in countries like the UK, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Malta, Cyprus, and the Arabian Peninsula, among others. Type G sockets have a fuse (a 13A fuse for large appliances or a 3A fuse for computers and smaller devices) and three pins in a triangular pattern. You might need to bring a travel adapter or a step-up transformer to fit the proper plug type and match the electrical voltage.

TAXIS

Taxis are available in most populated islands, such as Unions Island, Mustique, Bequia, and, of course, St. Vincent, along with a few smaller cays. That being said, ensure you negotiate the price before getting into a taxi because taxis are not met here. However, the typical fare for a drive from the main airport (Argyle International Airport) to downtown Kingstown is around US$30 or EC$90 at the moment of this writing.

DRIVING

Driving in St. Vincent & The Grenadines is challenging, given the many potholes, twisting roads, aggressive drivers, and steep turns. However, if you seek a roadside venture, remember that driving is on the left-hand side of the road and that you will need to show a valid driver’s licence to receive a temporary local licence, which costs around EC$100 (roughly US$40) right now. You can get it issued at either the Revenue Office in Port Elizabeth (Bequia) or the Kingstown Police Station.

BUSES

The buses are an affordable and easy way of getting around the major islands. However, be prepared for crowded buses and particularly slow speeds when commuting between various areas. In St. Vincent, the buses start from the Fish Market in New Kingston and drive along the waterfront with a small fare of a few cents and up to a dollar (between EC$1.50 and EC$3, so around US$0.35 and US$1).

POPULAR ACTIVITIES

While vacationing at St. Vincent and The Grenadines, you can experience a wealth of adventures, including, but not limited to, hiking, cycling, swimming, surfing, kitesurfing, snorkelling, scuba diving, deep sea diving, yachting, trekking, and many more.

General Overview

The Best Time to Visit St. Vincent & The Grenadines

Visa Requirement

Before You Travel

Weather

General Overview

Temperature

Feels-Like Temperatures

Rainfall

Wind

Sea Temperature

Hurricane Season

More Tips & Advice

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