Grenada Travel Information – Adventures & Things to Do
Grenada is a tri-island nation and the most southern of the Caribbean’s Windward Islands – About 165 miles (265km) south-west of Barbados and a little more than 100 miles (165km) north of Trinidad & Tobago and the South American coast. The mountainous main island of Grenada is oval-shaped, approximately 20 miles (33km) long and 12 miles (18km) wide. The nation of Grenada encompasses the smaller islands of Carriacou and Petite Martinique, as well as dozens of very small islets! Regular ferry service connects the main three islands, and there are also island hopper flights between the main island and Carriacou, which are approximately 18 miles (30 km) apart.
Known as the “Spice Island” for its abundance of nutmeg, cinnamon, clove, ginger and vanilla, Grenada may be one of the Caribbean’s ‘best-kept secrets’ offering unspoiled natural beauty and a wide variety of attractions and activities sure to please vacationers of all types. The tropical paradise has dozens of uncrowded beaches and several accessible waterfalls and sulfur/hot springs. Grenada is home to Grand Etang National Park, a wilderness attraction complete with a crater lake. While equally a ‘hiker’s paradise’ and a ‘diver’s wonderland’, a Grenada vacation has plenty to offer travelers seeking action on both land and sea. There’s also plenty of snorkeling, water-sports, biking, and more.
Check out the activities below – follow their highlighted links for more specifics, including Tour Operators who can help you get the most out of your day:
Active and adventurous ‘things to do’ in Grenada:
(click on the highlighted links below for more information on each activity)
- You’ll enjoy Grenada Snorkeling and Grenada Diving around the islands of Grenada and Carriacou
- Featuring a unique underwater park, healthy coral reefs and more wrecks than any other Caribbean island
- Grenada Hiking is a great way to appreciate the island’s rugged natural beauty
- Enjoy rainforest hikes to tropical waterfalls, the Caribbean’s 20th highest peak, and incredible views of the Grenadines
- There’s plenty of Grenada Water Sports to enjoy
- You’ll discover diverse activities like kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, as well as river rafting…
- Enjoy Grenada Sailing and Grenada Boating along the coastlines of the islands
- Feel the excitement of the Caribbean sea with a variety of boating options…
- Experience Grenada Fishing excursions, without getting too far from shore
- There are deep-sea fishing opportunities to ‘grand slam’ or simply enjoy a day at sea
- Grenada Cycling & Mountain Biking is a great way to explore the Island (coming soon)
- Enjoy Grenada Golf on the island’s flexible 9-hole golf course
For our “Best of” overview of adventurous things to do in Grenada, click on Top 7 Grenada Adventures
Other activities and ‘things to do’ in Grenada
There are a variety of attractions, including chocolate estates/factories, spice stations, as well as historical sites, plantations & gardens (some even with monkeys) to visit in Grenada… There’s also plenty of sea-faring options as well! Check out our “Things to do in Grenada” page for more info, including local tour operators who can show you around.
In the mood for a party?
The island hosts a number of Festivals throughout the year… Check out the Grenada Festivals and Events (coming soon) calendar for dates, locations and more information.
Make your stay more enjoyable
Check out our local Grenada Travel Info (language, power, currency, weather etc…) that will help you plan your trip. (coming soon)
Looking to enjoy good rum in Grenada?
No visit to the Caribbean is complete without sampling the local rum, and there are quite a few to choose from in Grenada! Click here to find more information on the Rums of Grenada.
Grenada cares about the environment
Like you, we’re interested in supporting sustainable eco-tourism, and it’s good to know that the Spice Island has initiated a number of initiatives and offer a number of “green” hotels and tour operators. Check out our Grenada Sustainability page for more info.
With direct flights from the USA, Canada, and Germany, Grenada is easily within reach, so pack your water shoes, snorkel mask and hiking shoes – Be active in the Caribbean!
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