Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is a stunning Caribbean archipelago comprising the main island of Saint Vincent and a chain of 32 smaller islands and cays. Known for its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, world-class diving, and the famous Tobago Cays Marine Park, this paradise offers an authentic Caribbean experience away from mass tourism. From the lush rainforests and active volcano of Saint Vincent to the exclusive islands of Mustique and Bequia, visitors can explore diverse landscapes, vibrant culture, and exceptional sailing opportunities.
Top day trips
Handpicked excursions within easy reach.
Bequia Island
Highlights: Princess Margaret Beach · Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary · Port Elizabeth waterfront · Traditional boat-building workshops · Lower Bay Beach bars
Tobago Cays Marine Park
Highlights: Snorkelling with green sea turtles · Pristine coral reefs at Horseshoe Reef · Five uninhabited white-sand cays · Crystal-clear turquoise lagoon
La Soufriere Volcano Hike
Highlights: Summit crater at 1,234 m with views to Saint Lucia and Barbados · Post-2021 eruption volcanic landscape · Lush rainforest trail · Fumaroles and coloured mineral deposits
Dark View Falls and Leeward Highway Drive
Highlights: Twin-tiered 60-foot waterfall with natural swimming pools · Scenic Leeward Highway coastal drive · Wallilabou Bay Pirates of Caribbean filming location · Richmond Beach black-sand shoreline
Falls of Baleine Boat Tour
Highlights: 60-foot waterfall into a freshwater pool · Remote pristine rainforest accessible only by sea · Snorkelling stops at sea cliffs · Dramatic coastal scenery past black sand beaches
Mesopotamia Valley and Botanical Gardens Loop
Highlights: Mesopotamia Valley lush farming landscape · Kingstown Botanical Gardens (est. 1765) · Captain Bligh breadfruit trees · St. Vincent Amazon parrot sightings · Vermont Nature Trail bird watching
Trips by distance
How far you can go in a day.
Getting there
Transport options for day trips.
- Tours
- Organized sailing day trips from $80-160 per person; hiking tours from $80-120; leeward coast road tours from $70-100
- Private
- Private car hire with driver from $80-150/day including waiting at sites; private boat charter from $400-600/day
- Public
- Local minibuses serve most Saint Vincent destinations for EC$2-6; Bequia Express ferry EC$40-50 ($15-20) return to Bequia
- Rental
- Car rental from $50-80/day for exploring Saint Vincent; 4WD recommended for mountain and leeward coast roads; no car rental on Grenadine islands
Day trip tips
Make the most of your excursions.
Start early for La Soufrière summit hike - depart Kingstown by 6 AM and begin hiking by 7 AM to summit before afternoon clouds
Book Tobago Cays day trips at least 24 hours in advance with Fantasea Tours SVG or similar operators
Combine Dark View Falls, Wallilabou Bay, and Richmond Beach into a single leeward coast driving day
The Bequia Express ferry runs multiple times daily - check the current schedule at Kingstown Port or call ahead
Bring cash for ferry tickets, park fees, and any vendors at day trip destinations