The Windward Islands
Known as the Windward Island, due to their exposure to the wind, the south-eastern islands of the Caribbean include Martinique, St Lucia, St Vincent, the Grenadines, and Grenada.
Escape from the world at the top of St Lucia's mountain peaks gazing over the island's tropical rainforests and white and volcanic beaches. Discover the ubiquitous British influence on Barbados along with the singsong patter of the bustling markets. Bask in the golden sun along the shores of St Vincent en route to the tranquil Grenadines, a string of over 100 island idylls with pink-toned sands and riots of luscious tropical flowers. Finally, encounter the 'spice' island of Grenada, where scents of nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger caress the cobbled streets of St George's harbour at the very tip of the Caribbean.
Itinerary - Grenada to St Vincent
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Day 1
Grenada | Begin your charter in the Secret Harbour Marina, located on the picturesque Mount Harman Bay. Known as the 'Spice Island', the mountainous island of Grenada is covered with fragrant spice trees and scenic waterfalls, and ringed with miles of white sands. Swim around the gentle bay of Grand Anse Beach, before an evening in the horseshoe-shaped harbour of St George, surrounded by a pastel rainbow of dockside warehouses. |
Day 2
Grenada to Carriacou
(40 Nautical Miles) | An early morning cruise across to Carriacou. Breakfast on the aft deck while taking in the crystal clear waters of L'Esterre Bay and the brilliant beaches of Sandy Island. Enjoy local Caribbean cuisine at Callaloo by the Sea, overlooking the pristine reefs and colourful waters. |
Day 3
Carriacou to Union Island to Petit St Vincent
(12 Nautical Miles) | Cruise to nearby Union island to clear into the Grenadines. Backtrack a few miles for an excellent anchorage amid untouched nature, surrounded by warm, crystal clear, turquoise waters, contrasting against the lush green backdrop of Petit St Vincent and the circular island of Petit Martinique. Dine ashore at the secluded Petit St Vincent Resort. |
Day 4
Petit St Vincent to Tobago Cays
(6 Nautical Miles) | Breakfast in Saline Bay on the deserted island of Mayreau before a cruise around the north of the island to anchor in the Tobago Cays, between Petite Remeau and Petite Bateau. Surrounded by the magnificent Horseshoe Reef, snorkel in the kaleidoscope of gold, blue, turquoise and green waters. |
Day 5
Tobago Cays to Canouan
(5 Nautical Miles) | A short cruise to Charlestown Bay, Canouan, where the reefs are ideal for diving. Play a round of golf at the Frangipani Golf Course, followed by a leisurely cocktail at the Tamarind Bay Resort. Alternatively, relax at the Canouan Resort beachside restaurant and bay overlooking the picturesque reef-strewn Carenage Bay. |
Day 6
Canouan to Mustique
(10 Nautical Miles) | The unique island of Mustique is a private retreat of barefoot luxury, surrounded by beaches of pure white sand. Indulge in an evening of Caribbean carousing and flying fish in Basil's Bar, Britannia Bay. |
Day 7
Mustique to Bequia
(12 Nautical Miles) | Cruise to Bequia for a protected anchorage in Admiralty Bay. Explore the island's many scenic vistas. Including old forts and Bequia's summit, Mount Pleasant. Visit the Old Hegg Turtle sanctuary, and indulge in some local hand-painted and Batik fabrics. |
Day 8
Bequia to St Vincent
(10 Nautical Miles) | Cruise north to the theatrical island of St Vincent. Its fierce uncompromising form, dominated to the north by La Soufriere, a 3,000 ft volcano, is the perfect scenic complement to the gentle outline of the Grenadines. Spend the day anchored off Young Island to the very south of St Vincent, surrounded by scents of fragrant tropical flowers and the background music of steel drums. |
Day 9
St Vincent
(10 Nautical Miles) | Cruise up the Leeward coastline to Cumberland Bay. Spend the day relaxing in this secluded bay before disembarkation. |
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