Grenada*
Like things nice and spicy? Welcome to the Caribbean’s spice central – the gorgeously exotic and sweet-scented island of Grenada.
With its lushly forested mountains, beautiful beaches and crystal clear waters, the ‘Spice Island’ of Grenada is truly idyllic. Explore St George’s, with its narrow cobbled streets and candy-coloured buildings, and maybe pause to sample local delicacies like crab and callaloo or to snap up a snazzy batik shirt. Ready to head for the hills? Then it’s into the island’s interior where the exotic plants and birds all vie for your attention – or just kick back on one of the talcum powder beaches or under the shade of the nearest palm tree.
Don’t Miss
Spice Estates – Nutmeg, cloves, bay leaves, cinnamon... You name it, they grow it here! Visit the working estates where these spices are cultivated.
Beaches – Swim, toast or try your hand at watersports on sensational Grand Anse or one of the other fab beaches.
Grand Etang National Park – Trek through tropical rainforests past giant mahogany trees and wild orchids to Grand Etang Lake, sat in the crater of an extinct volcano
Fort George – Explore the secret underground passageways of the ancient fort that stands guard over the harbour.– Get out of the sun and explore the underground passageways of this historic old fort, built by the French in 1705.
* Passengers may need to be taken ashore by tender boats depending on local conditions.
Grenada Action Ashore
- Get off-road and into the rainforest by open-air jeep.
- Get ready to party on the famously rum-fuelled Rhum Runner boat.
- Walk through the rainforest to the stunning Seven Sisters waterfall.
- Take the tube – the river tube – down the Balthazar River.
- Watch out for whale and dolphins – or go fishing for something smaller.
- Spice up your life with a visit to the spice plantations.
- Go scuba diving amongst dazzling corals and fish.
- Follow the nature trail through the Grand Etang Forest.
- Gaze at the multi-coloured marine life on a snorkelling trip.
For detailed Action Ashore for Grenada, click here
