Grenada Catamaran Charter
Renowned for magnificent beaches, rainforests, high mountains, and spectacular waterfalls.
Arrive on the tantalisingly pretty island of Grenada and your senses are instantly bombarded by the warming scent of nutmeg in the air, a spice that covers almost 10% of the islands' harvest area, and the sights of stunning green hills coloured by various fruit orchards undulating towards an exquisite collection of beaches.
An excellent jumping-off point for sailing the curved spine of the Windward Islands and the West Indies, Grenada is a beguiling destination for a catamaran charter. Here, sublime white and black beaches fringe idyllic islands, providing more than enough coast, indented with bays, caves and rural coves, to sail for years to come.
But seafarers should also head inland for hikes of lush rainforest paths, breathtaking waterfalls, and charming towns like St George, filled with a trove of historic architecture and a cultural flare so addictive that your yacht may well stay moored in the tranquil Port Lous Marina.
Catamarans to Charter in Grenada
Where to Sail in Grenada
A catamaran charter in Grenada sailing around the Spice Island opens up various sailing paths across the eastern Caribbean but none are better than the 32 almost entirely uninhabited islands that make up Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. An astounding 65 miles of coral reef are animated by parrotfish and groupers, eagle rays and sea turtles and provide months of exploration for even the most dedicated of divers.
Sail north of Grenada to the enchanting Tobago Cays to weave in and out of cerulean blue waters embraced by lush bays, and explore dreamy beaches like Salt Whistle Bay on Mayreau, or Chatham Bay on Union Island, where an attractive slice of sand separates the Atlantic from the Caribbean Sea. Windsurfers should sail onwards to St Vincent to challenge the winds at Ashton Lagoon. But sailors looking for an anchorage with a starlit backdrop, should sail to Young Island, one of the Grenadines' smallest islands, laced with white sands and beautiful views of St. Vincent. Sail to St Lucia to see the otherworldly volcanic spires at Gros Pitons, two chunks of conical jade mountain sprouting from the islands' shore, and consider a swim stop in their iconic shadows.
Another option is the mesmerising underwater ecosystems at Dragon Bay. Sail here to dive into Jason deCaires Taylor's fascinating underwater sculpture park, where atmospheric sculptures, made from low carbon pH neutral materials designed to be colonised, are slowly transforming, accumulating coral and acting as a mysterious habitat for marine life. From Dragon Bay, indulge in a lunchtime anchorage at the Ile de Ronde private island, and swim through those exquisite Caribbean waters.
For more seclusion, sail your catamaran charter to Petite Martinique or the heavenly Tyrell Bay on Carriacou to see the Sandy Island marine reserve and take refuge from the sun beneath the hypnotic sway of a coconut tree.
When to Sail in Grenada
The sailing season in Grenada, and most of the Windward Island group, is long and largely rather predictable.
The season begins in December and remains an easy sail until at least April, with constant, near-perfect weather characterised by sunny days and the dependable blow of the trade winds.
Temperatures are mild, generally hovering around the mid-20s for much of the high season and only rising to the humid early-30s once the rainy season hits.
Luxury Catamaran Charter Grenada
Choose a superbly well-appointed Lagoon 620 catamaran for exquisitely realised comfort with exceptionally well-designed interiors centred around an open plan living area that is complete with a large kitchen, luxurious en suite cabins and two separate forepeak cabins for your crew (ideal for those hoping to indulge in a fully crewed catamaran charter).
Large windows allow for immersive views as you sail, while numerous outdoor spaces provide more than enough space and comfort for even larger parties of 10.
Grenada's stunning coastline is indented by immeasurable beautiful coves and caves with shallow turquoise waters fringing pebbly beaches, making the low vertical draft of a catamaran superbly well suited to coastal exploration.
To make it easier still, take along a knowledgeable local skipper who can sail and navigate the elysian waters of the Caribbean Sea with ease, assisting with itineraries (secret coves and locals-only beaches, anyone?) and making all the necessary arrangements for marinas and overnight anchorages.
Make use of the additional crew space by hiring a chef to elevate those romantic evenings under the moonlight with delicious menus assembled from local ingredients and fine-tuned to your desires.
To sail the open waters of the vast and beautiful Caribbean Sea yourself, opt for a bareboat catamaran charter. With a bareboat, you'll be supplied with everything you need to sail except for the crew, leaving you to plan detailed journeys across the coast of Grenada, long moorings in busy St George or winsome weeks cruising to a remote Windward island. With a bareboat catamaran charter, the choices are endless and entirely bespoke.
Next Steps
If any of the boats above are along the right lines, you can enquire straight away from the boat page, or get a little help from an expert Grenada yacht charter broker. And the best bit is you don’t even need any sailing experience, you can opt for a skippered charter and just kick back while they take care of the sailing, and maybe learn a rope or two.