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Grenadines Yacht Charter
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the Grenadines
The Grenadines by Yacht
The Grenadines are a chain of small islands between St Vincent and Grenada, in the southern Caribbean. Distances are short, the islands are low and reef-fringed, and the Tobago Cays sit inside a protected marine park behind Horseshoe Reef.
Guests charter here for the Tobago Cays marine park, Bequia's harbour and boatbuilding history, Mustique's anchorage and moorings and snorkelling on shallow reefs. A yacht keeps all of it within reach without daily transfers, and the crew shapes each day around the weather, the sea state and how much time you want at anchor rather than under way.
Lund Group arranges private charters in the Grenadines on motor yachts, sailing yachts, catamarans and full superyachts. We present only what genuinely suits your dates, guest numbers and pace, confirm every detail with the central agent before it is proposed, and never describe a yacht, berth or shore arrangement as available until it is held in writing.
The season runs from roughly December to April, with steady trade winds. The southern Caribbean sits lower in the hurricane belt statistically, which is one reason yachts move here late in the year, though seasonal weather is always monitored.
The fleet
Yachts for Charter in the Grenadines
Explore yachts whose verified cruising areas include the Caribbean and that may be suitable for a Grenadines itinerary. Cruising area is not live availability; exact positioning, permissions and availability are confirmed privately for your dates.
Private options for the Grenadines
Our public charter listings are being updated. Share your dates and group size and we will present suitable yachts.
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Cruising the Grenadines
A Grenadines week involves short hops between islands, moorings inside the marine park and plenty of snorkelling. Access to some islands and moorings is regulated, and private islands set their own rules.
Charters usually run between St Vincent or Grenada, and longer itineraries continue north towards St Lucia, Martinique and Antigua.
Southern Caribbean · St Vincent & the Grenadines
The Grenadines by Yacht
The Grenadines are a chain of islands and cays stretching south from St Vincent towards Grenada. Most belong to St Vincent and the Grenadines; the southernmost, including Carriacou and Petite Martinique, belong to Grenada.
Short passages between islands make the Grenadines one of the Caribbean's most rewarding cruising grounds: quiet anchorages, reefs, clear water and small islands each with its own character. This page focuses on professionally crewed yachts, catamarans and superyachts.
Where to cruise
Where to Cruise in the Grenadines
Each island offers something different. The route is planned around the yacht, the wind and your interests.
- Bequia — Admiralty Bay, a relaxed harbour town and a long sailing tradition
- Mustique — a private island known for its privacy and villas
- Canouan — resort facilities and a marina suited to larger yachts
- Mayreau — a small island with sheltered bays such as Salt Whistle Bay
- Tobago Cays — uninhabited cays and reef within a protected marine park
- Union Island — a southern hub and a common point for customs formalities
- Carriacou and Petite Martinique — Grenada's islands, for routes continuing south
Protected waters
Cruising the Tobago Cays Marine Park
The Tobago Cays are a protected marine park of small uninhabited islands sheltered by a horseshoe reef. Swimming and snorkelling there are often a highlight of a Grenadines charter.
Park rules, fees, anchoring and mooring arrangements are set by the park authority and can change. Your captain confirms current requirements locally, and some areas may not suit larger yachts, which may anchor further out and use tenders.
Privacy
Mustique by Yacht
Mustique is a privately managed island known for discretion. Arriving by yacht allows guests to enjoy its beaches and shoreside life while keeping the yacht as a private base. Mooring and shore arrangements are confirmed in advance.
Character
Bequia by Yacht
Bequia, just south of St Vincent, centres on Admiralty Bay and its harbour town. It is a natural first or last stop, with beaches, restaurants and a strong boatbuilding heritage.
Resort island
Canouan by Yacht
Canouan combines resort facilities with access to the southern Grenadines. Its marina can accommodate larger yachts, making it a practical embarkation option; berth availability is confirmed per yacht and date.
Suggested routes
Grenadines Yacht Charter Itineraries
These are illustrations only. The final route depends on the yacht, its starting point, the weather and your preferred pace.
- Five days: Bequia, Mustique and the Tobago Cays
- Seven days: Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, Mayreau, the Tobago Cays and Union Island
- Ten days or more: the full chain, continuing to Carriacou and Grenada, or north to St Lucia
Planning your route
Starting from St Vincent or Grenada
St Vincent and the Grenadines and Grenada are separate countries. A charter starting in St Vincent typically heads south through the Grenadines; one starting in Grenada heads north. Crossing between the two requires customs and immigration clearance, which your captain handles.
The better starting point depends on flights, the yacht's location and whether you want a one-way or round-trip route.
Choosing a yacht
Choosing a Yacht for the Grenadines
Steady trade winds make the Grenadines a classic sailing ground, while motor yachts and superyachts offer space, comfort and range. Draft matters near reefs, so yacht choice can shape which anchorages are practical.
- Sailing yachts — the traditional way to cruise the islands
- Motor yachts and superyachts — comfort, tenders and water toys
- Crewed catamarans — stability and shallow draft
Stable and spacious
Luxury Catamaran Charter in the Grenadines
Crewed luxury catamarans suit the Grenadines well: shallow draft for reef anchorages, a stable platform at anchor and generous deck space for families and groups.
When to charter
When to Charter a Yacht in the Grenadines
The main season runs from roughly December to April, with trade winds and generally settled weather. Christmas and New Year book well ahead.
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June to November. The southern Caribbean is sometimes considered lower risk, but no guarantee applies; charters at that time need flexible planning and weather monitoring.
Planning your budget
How Much Does a Grenadines Yacht Charter Cost?
The cost depends on the yacht's size and type, crew, season, charter length and any positioning to the start point. We quote each yacht individually and do not publish estimated ranges.
Charters normally add an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) — a deposit held by the captain for running costs such as fuel, food, drinks, park fees and berthing. It is accounted for during the charter and unused funds are returned. Taxes and gratuities are confirmed in the contract.
Aboard and ashore
Experiences on a Grenadines Yacht Charter
- Snorkelling and swimming in reef-sheltered water
- Beach days on small, quiet islands
- Sailing between islands on the trade winds
- Dining ashore in Bequia, Mustique and Canouan
- Water toys and tender exploration
Arriving
How to Reach Your Yacht in the Grenadines
St Vincent is served by Argyle International Airport (SVD) and Grenada by Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND). Smaller airstrips on several Grenadine islands may suit light aircraft; suitability and access are confirmed per trip.
Lund Group can arrange private jet travel and onward connections. One Lund Group journey brings the yacht, flights, transfers and concierge together under a single point of contact.
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Charter a Yacht in the Grenadines
Tell us where you want to go, when you want to travel and how you want to experience it. Our yacht team will curate the right options for you, with a clear breakdown of costs and a draft itinerary.
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