Making the most of Mayreau
Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.
Arriving at the port
As cruise ships are not able to dock here you will be tendered ashore.
Printable map to take along.
Mayreau: Situated 7 miles south of Canouan, Mayreau has a population of only around 200 in the one village on the highest hill of the island. From the church on top of "Station Hill" you have the most spectacular view of the Grenadines.
Nearby places
Love beaches? This is the place to be: in the north of Mayreau is Salt Whistle Bay, a perfect half moon beach, separating the Atlantic from the Caribbean side with a sand spit only 50 yards wide, fringed by palm trees. The windward side of Mayreau is one huge deserted beach, you could spend days picnicking, sunbathing and snorkeling in the underwater world of Mayreau Garden. The southwestern, leeward beach is Saline Bay, nearly a mile of white sand with calm, clear water.
Money
The currency of St. Vincent and the Grenadines is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (EC$).
Staying connected
English spoken.
Opening Hours and
While hours of business vary from store to store, they generally open from 8 am until noon, and 1 pm to 4 pm on weekdays and half day on Saturdays.