Discover a piece of the true Caribbean. Carriacou is a small island with a safe & friendly family feel.
Covering an area of 34km2, Carriacou is one of the islands of an archipelago that stretches from St Vincent to Grenada.
The main cities are Hillsborough, l'Esterre, Grand Bay, Harvey Vale and Windward.
Winward, in the north of the island, is known for the construction of traditional boats.
The population is very welcoming and likes to chat with tourists to share the love of their island.
All the beaches are public and often deserted. Here there are no big hotel complexes or mass tourism. You will feel at home !
The climate is sunny and warm with temperatures ranging from 23°C in winter to 30°C in summer. The water never drops below 25°C.
Currency : the eastern Caribbean dollar (EC$) is the official currency. It is tied to the US dollar at approx. US$1.00 = EC$2.67
USD are widely accepted.
Seasons : The dry season usually runs from January to May. Prolonged rain is unusual. Hurricanes can occur in the Caribbean between June and October, but are rare in the Grenadines.
Electricity : 220 volts/50 Hz. AC transformers/adapters may be needed to fit the British type 13 amp, 3 pin sockets.
Clothing : Light casual clothes are the norm. It should be remembered that swimsuits or skimpy beach wear worn around town may offend local people.
Sunscreen : SPF 50 or above is recommended.
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International flights to Grenada
Maurice Bishop Airport in Grenada (GND) receives flights from major airlines from the US, CA & the UK all year, as well as flights from other Caribbean islands, and from Germany over the winter.
SVG Air from Grenada
SVG Air provides a shuttle service from Grenada to Lauriston Airport, 3 times a day. Flight time is around 20 minutes. Lauriston airport is around 10 minutes taxi ride from our dive centre in Tyrrel Bay. The small plane fills up fast, so we recommend booking your flight well in advance. To book, visit the SVG website, or phone (+1 473) 444-3549.
The Osprey ferry runs from Carriacou to Grenada mondays, wednesdays and fridays.
Sailing time is usually around 2 hours, but depends on sea conditions. There is no extra charge for large luggage !
The sailing schedule is :
Carriacou to Grenada at 6 am and 3:30 pm
Grenada to Carriacou at 9 am and 6 pm
Price $ 80 EC on way
Visit the Osprey Lines website, for more information.
The Tyrell Bay Express runs from Carriacou to Grenada tuesdays, thursdays, saturdays and sundays
Sailing time is usually around 2:30 hours, but depends on sea conditions. There is no extra charge for large luggage !
The sailing schedule is :
Carriacou to Grenada at 5 am
Grenada to Carriacou at 5 pm
Price $ 50 EC on way
Visit the Tyrell Bay Express website, for more information.
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High North National Park
Spectacular views and shady trails make High North a must for hikers. Great for bird watchers & nature lovers.
Sandy Island Oyster Bed MPA
Encompassing beaches, mangrove forests & unhabited islands, Carriacou's MPA is full of bird & marine life.
Paradise Beach, L'Esterre
This is where we come to relax ! Beautiful water, beach bars and soft sand make this a perfect place for lazy afternoons.
Chapeau Carré
Nice hike to reach the "summit" of Carriacou and have a great view ! Walking shoes and good physical condition are essential. It climbs !
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