Grenada
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An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Grenada.
| Grenada
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 Grenada | |
 Flag | |
| Capital | St George's |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Currency | East Caribbean Dollar (XCD) |
| Time zone | (UTC−4) |
| Calling code | +1-473 |
Grenada is a group of three larger islands (Grenada, Carriacou, and Petit Martinique) and several tiny islands in the Caribbean, or West Indies. It lies just northeast of Trinidad and Tobago, and southwest of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. It is famous for spices and is known as the Spice Isle, being a major source of nutmeg, cloves, ginger, cinnamon, and cocoa.
Grenada is a popular turning point for cruisers to either return back up the Caribbean chain or to turn westward towards Panama.
Charts
- Imray
- B32 - Carriacou to Grenada
- British Admiralty Nautical Charts
- 797 - Grenada
Weather
The Grenadan climate is tropical, tempered by northeast trade winds. The land is volcanic in origin with mountains in the interior. The lowest point is at sea level, and the highest is 840 m (2,756 ft) on Mount Saint Catherine.
The abundance of water is primarily caused by the tropical, wet climate. Yearly precipitation, largely generated by the warm and moisture-laden northeasterly trade winds, varies from more than 3,500 millimeters (137.8 in) on the windward mountainsides to less than 1,500 millimeters (59.1 in) in the lowlands. The greatest monthly totals are recorded throughout Grenada from June through November, the months when tropical storms and hurricanes are most likely to occur. Rainfall is less pronounced from December through May, when the equatorial low-pressure system moves south. Similarly, the highest humidities, usually close to 80 percent, are recorded during the rainy months, and values from 68 to 78 percent are registered during the drier period. Temperatures averaging 29 °C (84.2 °F) are constant throughout the year, however, with slightly higher readings in the lowlands. Nevertheless, diurnal ranges within a 24-hour period are appreciable: between 26 and 32 °C (78.8 and 89.6 °F) during the day and between 19 and 24 °C (66.2 and 75.2 °F) at night.
Sources for Weather forecasts:
Passages
List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Islands
- Grenada
- Carriacou
- Petite Martinique
Communication
The Grenada Cruiser's VHF net is hosted from Monday through Saturday at 7:30 in the morning.
It uses a powerful repeater and can be heard from Trinidad to Carriacou. It uses channel 66 international. Cruisers can also use it to hail other cruisers over long distances.
This is an active net and is linked to the Grenada Cruisers Facbook page
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
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Entrance
The Q flag should be flown on arrival and the following documents must be prepared for clearing in:
- Ship's registration papers
- Clearance document from your last port.
- Passports
- Health declaration
- 4 crew lists
- A list of ship's stores
When clearing in, obtain a cruising permit from Customs if you intend sailing around Grenada. The cruising permit is valid for one year and becomes invalid if you leave Grenada. Upon return, you must obtain a new cruising permit. Clearance must be obtained for both sailing around the coast and departure from Grenada.
Customs and Immigration
Customs
- Firearms and ammunitions MUST be declared on arrival. These will either be sealed on board in a suitable locker or held in custody until your departure.
- All prescription medication must be declared on arrival.
- "Yacht in Transit" applies to the import of parts, etc., (form C14 from Customs).
- PETS: The Chief Veterinarian Officer must be notified in advance of your arrival. A Health Certificate issued by a Veterinarian within two weeks of travel must be produced, together with and Import Permit before animals can be landed. Cats to be vaccinated against rabies, feline-rhinotracheitis, feline infectious-peritonitis and calicivirus. Dogs must be vaccinated against rabies within 6 weeks prior to arrival, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza. Online forms. For further information call the Veterinary and Lifestock Office - Ph: (473) 440-3195 or Fax (473) 440 4191.
Immigration
Visas are not required by citizens of the EU, Commonwealth (except for Pakistan, who require a visa), United States, Japan, Bulgaria, Chile, Iceland, Israel, South Korea, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, Taiwan and Venezuela. All others require visas, although a visa-free stay may be granted on arrival if continuing on to another destination within 14 days.
Fees and Charges
- Boat tax
- Up to 40' = EC$50
- Up to 60' = EC$75
- Clearance fees
- Environmental levy (per person) = EC$12.50
- Navigation Aid levy = EC$45
- Overtime charge (clearing outside office hours) = EC$40
Restrictions
- Anchoring is not allowed at Grand Anse Beach
- Lobstering and spearfishing is prohibited
Health and Security
Health
Grenada has good general public and private heath care. The Grenada Cruises Facebook page has details of local doctors and medical services and is updated regularly.
Chikungunya is becoming widespread and is a disease spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. It typically causes fever combined with arthritis-like pain in the joints. There is no vaccine or medication to protect against chikungunya. Protect yourself from mosquito bites, particularly during peak mosquito biting times around sunrise and sunset.
Security
Details?
Berthing
– island || 
– port of entry || 
– harbour || 
– marina || 
– anchorage || 
– needs data ||| Grenada | Carriacou | Petit Martinique |
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Grenada Yacht Club Marina |
– marina | Whisper Cove Marina |
– marina | |
Amenities
Also see each port above.
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | Water is widely available |
| Electricity | Many marina's have 240V 50Hz and 120V 60Hz |
| Toilets | ? |
| Showers | ? |
| Laundry | ? |
| Garbage | ? |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | Fuel is widely available |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers |
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| Services | |
| Repairs | ? |
| Internet | As with most countries WIFi has become ubiquitous. There are many marinas, restaurants and public access points. Port Louis Marina has wired broadband capable of streaming video. The bays are served by the subscription service "Cruisers WiFi" which is often fast and reliable. |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Wine & More Grenada Ltd [[Grenada#Wine & More Grenada Ltd|Wine & More Grenada Ltd]] fine South African Wines and local Delicacies. Orders received by phone or email - Delivery can be arranged. Website, +1 (473) 457 8102, [email protected], VHF: channel 66 and 68.
Wine & More Grenada Ltd [[Grenada#Wine & More Grenada Ltd|Wine & More Grenada Ltd]] Sugar Apple Hill Calliste, St. George's, Grenada. Website, +1 (473) 457 8102, [email protected], VHF: channel 66 and 68.
Eating out
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Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the island.)
Places to Visit
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
- Grenada Cruisers Facebook
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
Submit useful website links for the region
- Grenada at the Wikipedia
- Grenada at the Wikivoyage
- Go To Almanac, Grenada
References
- Chris Doyle, Windward Islands, Chris Doyle Publishing, ISBN 9780-944428-94-8
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