Grenada, the Spice Isle of the Caribbean, is a rolling, mountainous island, covered with fragrant spice trees and rare tropical flowers. Bordered by stunning beaches and dotted with picturesque towns, this verdant island has long been a major source of nutmeg, cloves, ginger, cinnamon, and cocoa.
The capital, St. George', is widely held to be the loveliest city in the Caribbean. Its horseshoe-shaped harbour is surrounded by pastel rainbow coloured dockside warehouses and the red-tiled roofs of traditional shops and homes. Set sail for Venezuela and its islands for an unforgetable cruise.
Marina & starting bases
Mr. Hartman Bay marina is easily accessed through flights originating from the U.S. Only a 15-minute taxi ride from Port Salines International Airport, the Moorings 50-slip marina at our Secret Harbour Resort is one of the best in the Caribbean.
Weather and sailing conditions
Grenada and Venezuela's northern coast and the surrounding islands have a tropical climate and experiences only two seasons, a dry season from December to May, and the rainy season from June to November (however, on the islands, rains are very rare).
The offshore islands, from Bonaire to Los Testigos in a regular trade winds belt northeast-southeast blowing between 15 and 30 knots. Along the coast the wind varies in direction, generally often blowing hard during the days and dies at night.
A westerly setting current flows throughout the area.
The whole area is considered to be south of the hurricane belt, which is why many people visit during the summer.
Please remember that in Venezuelan waters you have to embark aboard a crewed boat licensed by the authorities and with a Venezuelan 'marinero'. As a consequence, if you expect to visit the country on board a bareboat or a un-venezuelan flag crewed boat, you should embark in another country. See the fleet we propose from Grenada above this page.
Sample cruises
Grenada - Testigos - Margarita - Tortuga - Los Roques - Grenada
