SHADOWFAX
Sipping champagne, savoring the romance and magnificence of the evening and the sunset.
Your day of sailing will begin off the coast of St. George’s. This will give you the amazing experience of the historic buildings. As well as, the bell-shaped harbour called Carenage.
Special for this cruise: 2 glasses of Champagne
Pick up is on Grand Anse Beach and the trip is from 4:30-6:30pm. $45US per person including drinks.
Circumnavigation of Grenada
Duration: 8 hours – 12 person’s minimum – lunch included
The circumnavigation of Grenada on Shadowfax, will offer you an unforgettable cruise experience. This cruise will allow you to discover at the northernmost point of Grenada “Sandy Island”.
known for its immaculate white sand beach and turquoise waters, and offering a perfect stop for swimming, and snorkelling.
This cruise is done clockwise starting from the lagoon in St George’s.
Included in all our cruises:
- Complimentary pick-up service available from most areas
- Full open bar with rum punch, mixed drinks, beer, sodas, juices and mineral water
Snacks - Quality snorkel gear – Instructions and a guided snorkel tour
Also, Shadowfax can be chartered privately. A 6 hour charter including all drinks and lunch on Hog Island is $2400US for 6 hours all inclusive.
Contact Info: Tel: +1 (473) 437 3737
Email: shadowfax@spiceisle.com
Website: http://bananaboattoursgrenada.com
DINGY WATER TOURS
Spend some time on the water on this self-drive boat adventure from St George’s. Be the captain of your very own dinghy as you cruise along the beautiful Caribbean coastline.
Snorkel in the pristine Caribbean waters of a secluded bay and vibrant marine life. Then, enjoy free time to relax on one of the island’s many white-sand beaches!
Departure Point:
Tour departs from hotels located in the Grand Anse area at 11 Am and 1:30 PM. The tours lasts for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. After the tour you will taken back to your original departure point.
- Must be six years and older to ride the boat
- Required age to drive the boat is 18 years old
- Self-drive dinghy boat tour
- Non-alcoholic beverages
- Use of snorkel equipment
DIVING WITH DIVE GRENADA
Dive Grenada is proud to be a PADI five star facility. It is a small, friendly dive centre that caters to visitors who are looking to avoid the big boats and crowded diving. They have a limit of 8 divers per trip on their custom built dive boat.
Scuba Diving in Grenada is easy and quite amazing. From their centrally located Dive Centre on Grenada’s Grand Anse Beach.
They are 10 minutes boat ride from the majority of our 30+ superb Grenada dive sites so no long boat trips.
Furthermore, they offer a superb range of reef, wreck, drift and photographic sites.
The company runs a 2 dive trip each morning. The first one departures at 8:15 AM and return 12:30 PM) and single afternoon dive departs at 1:00 PM.
Contact Info: 1-473-444-1092 or 1-473-414-6229
E-mail: Info@divegrenada.com
SNORKELING TRIPS WITH DIVE GRENADA
Join one of their snorkelling trips to the sheltered bays of Grenada’s Marine Protected Area. Here is the Grenada’s unique Underwater Sculpture Park, Dragon Bay and Flamingo Bay.
Enjoy snorkelling in clear safe and shallow waters and a thrilling interaction with a myriad of colourful fish and corals.
- 1 site snorkel trip – US $45
- 2 site snorkel trip – US $70
Contact Info: 1-473-444-1092 or 1-473-414-6229
E-mail: Info@divegrenada.com
RIVER TUBING
A 45 minute drive out of the town of St. George’s through the scenic hilly interior of the Grand Etang Rainforest Reserve. You can also take the road along the breathtaking Atlantic east coastline, which takes you on to the Balthazar Estate.
First stop, the launch site for the introduction and safety briefing. After the briefing you will be given a your life vest and a modified river tube before getting into the river.
Wet, wild and wonderful from the word go.
with everyone in the water, the guides will go with you on the journey. Spinning and swirling in the currents of the river, as you take in the exotic scenery of tropical vegetation and wildlife, at the same time.
Approx: 1 to 1 ½ hrs briefing, river and refreshment time. (Will vary with group size.)
Age Limit: 8 years & Over
Maximum Weight: 250 lbs. (115 kg.)
Cost: US $45 per person
Departure Times: 9:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Reservations required – T: 473-444-5337
E-mail: adventure@spiceisle.com
Please note:
- This tour is unsuitable for the physically challenged & persons with neck, back and heart conditions.
- The condition of the river will determine operation of the tour
- All guests are required to sign a liability waiver
- Please bring towels, wear a swimsuit, sunblock and water shoes
- Refreshment: 1 complimentary drink of either fruit juice or rum punch per person on tour
ADVENTURE JEEP TOURS
The tour takes you on a drive through the island’s center, the tropical rainforest and Grand Etang National Park Reserve.
Next is a photo, swimming and a comfort stop at Annadale Waterfall then onto Grand Etang Crater Lake.
As the tour continues, you will experience the amazing rain forest. From here, you will be treated to an authentic Grenadian Culinary experience. This takes places at a secluded restaurant nestled deep in the island’s interior.
Lastly, is a trek to the Sulphur Pond to swim (not an intense hike – 10-minute trek to the pond). Finally, feeling revitalized, you will continue on the tour on a drive down the island’s scenic west coast then back home.
Price:
Adults US $95.00 per person
Children US $70.00 (Ages 6-12) per person
ISLAND TOURS
Private Tours
Do you have a special interest Photography, Nature, Botany, Industrial archaeology?
Or you want to see the standard sights, but a different mix from the standard tours. You might want to move at your own pace, to avoid the crowd, or to bring your own crowd. Or you might not be sure how long you want to be out for, and want the option of cutting the day short and going back home. Useful if you have children. Then hire a vehicle with a driver.
Set your own agenda, or make it up as you go along.
You pay by the hour, not per person, for the vehicle;
** You are liable for any admission fees & meals en route.**
Min. time: 4 hours;
Available any day, given notice, but bear in mind that many sites are closed to public on weekends.
River Antoine Rum Distillery
Make a stop in St. Patrick at this privately owned distillery. Whose processes has changed little since the 1800’s.
It is the oldest functioning water-propelled distillery in Grenada and in the Caribbean.
Most guests leave with the feeling that they have experienced a slice of ‘real’ Grenada. Furthermore, they are often almost overwhelmed by the hospitality of the locals. It is enjoyed by about everyone.
CONSERVATION KAYAK
They are located on Grenada’s south west coast, only a 10 minute drive from 473 Grenada Boutique Resort.
Based at Whisper Cove Marina in Woburn Bay, close to the picturesque, uninhabited Hog Island. This makes it the perfect setting for a kayak tour.
They have a range of trips, all of which include: kayaking tuition, free use of waterproof cameras and free taxi transfers.
Their longer trips also include:
- Delicious organic lunch or snack
- Ice cold drinks (beer and non-alcoholic option)
- Time to relax on secluded beaches.
Every trip is its’ own adventure and each one is different.
You can paddle out to a deserted island, see a diverse array of the beautiful flora and fauna found in Grenada. If you’re feeling up for it, swim in the warm, blue sea.
As you glide amongst the coral reefs and mangroves you will soon forget what time it is and you’ll begin to feel at one with nature.
Back on the beach, lunch, consisting of freshly prepared local specialities, has been set out for you.
Sitting back with a refreshing drink you will soon realize that this is how to relax and have fun in Grenada.
SUP GRENADA – STAND UP PADDLEBOARD ADVENTURES
Whether you are a seasoned veteran paddler, or this is your first time you are in for some fun. They have the expertise and equipment to make your adventure fun.
They have hourly rentals and offer lessons from the calm sheltered waters of BBC Beach – Morne Rouge Bay. Also, they offer tours of the beautiful bays on your paddleboard.
WATERFALLS
- Seven Sisters Fall/i>A rain forest trek takes you to the first of the Seven Sisters. A chance to invigorate yourself in the cool fresh mountain pool that flows into the Great River.Explore deeper into the rain forest in search of the other Six Sisters. It is an adventure to behold. Getting there is the joy of it as you traverse beyond the first falls along rugged trails and enchanting surroundings to reach the last sister.
- Concord Falls
A challenge for the unprepared, but exhilarating for those accustomed to rushing falls from on high. Walk the walk if you wish, or simply admire from a standstill. Be prepared to walk and walk some more to enjoy the wonders of Concord.
- Annandale FallsA short drive from the resort, Annandale Falls are enclosed in a garden of green and a wall of rocks covered in soft ferns and other vegetation.A dip is most invigorating. Or simply revel in the beauty and sounds of the falls. Spend time in the surrounding gardens where tropical flowers and trees flourish. This is the easiest waterfall to get to and the most “touristy”.
- Victoria Falls
- Reaching these towering falls is a challenge well worth the effort for the more adventurous. Located inland south east of Victoria, it is best to have a guide to find these breathtaking falls along the St. Mark’s River.
DUNE BUGGY ADVENTURE TOURS
Experience Grenada by riding along SunHunters’ Utility Recreational Vehicle to see our scenic historic and natural sites.
There are several tours to choose from starting at $130US per person for a 3-hour tour. Drivers much have a valid driver’s license and be 25 years or older. Passengers have to be able to sit with their backs against the seats and feet firmly planted on the floor boards. Therefore, this would not be suitable for young children.
BELMONT ESTATE
Plantation Tour
Explore the fascinating story of the cocoa bean from traditional to present day methods of processing. It is a story based on the miracles of nature – the transformation of raw cocoa into chocolate and other products; and of the people who nurture, maintain, harvest and process the cocoa delicately into world class beans. At the end of the tour sample our Grenadian chocolate and cocoa tea.
TURTLE WATCHING AT LEVERA BEACH
You would journey to Levera National Park in the very north of the island to sit in the moonlight watching Leatherback turtles bury their eggs in the sand. In Grenada, turtles start nesting in March and the last turtle hatchings make their way into the sea in late June to early July. Grenada is host to four of the world’s seven varieties of turtles – the largest being the 5ft-7ft Leatherback turtle with its bony shell. Endangered is the small Hawksbill turtle, which as a very beautiful shell. The trip now plays an essential role in Grenada’s effort to conserve the second largest population of nesting leatherbacks in the Caribbean.
This is a late night excursion. You leave Grand Anse at 6PM and typically are not back until midnight. It is quite an extensive drive at 1 hour 45 minutes each way as Levera Beach is right at the north of the island. Typically turtles do not lay their eggs during the day.
Caribbean Horizons & Tours partner with community tour guides and the marine biologists at Levera to take guests turtle watching. Contact Joanne at 444-1555 or 407-5468 to get pricing and make a booking.
PRIVATE BOAT CHARTERS
Happy Hour Yacht
is a Sea Ray 270SLX Sports boat with a 380hp engine. The yacht is available for up to 8 guests to charter for the day. The only way to experience the real beauty of the island is from the sea. The itinerary is up to you! We offer half or full day excursions as well as sunset cruises. Skipper and all drinks and lunch are included in the charter fee. Please inquire for more details.
Grenadines Adventure
The Scaramouche is one of the traditional wooden schooners used in the filming of Pirates of the Caribbean. You will fly in a small 6 seater plane to Union Island where the captain will meet you. The trip starts in the bay outside Union Island and stops at Mayreau for snorkeling and swimming, the on to the National Marine Park of Tobago Cays to swim with the turtles and other marine life found in abundance, after a hearty lunch on board, a gentle sail takes the group to Palm Island and then back home.
COST: $345US per person
Transport to the airport, return flight to Union Island, light breakfast, lunch and drinks are all included.
