Canouan Yacht Charter

A Canouan yacht charter in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in the Caribbean is set to become the international benchmark for Caribbean yacht charters. Not in the least boosted by the presence of spectacular venues like the Glossy Bay Marina. This beautiful island is approximately 40 kilometres (25 miles) south of mainland Saint Vincent, south of Mustique and north of Mayreau, in the middle of the Grenadine archipelago.

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Marina Facilities at Glossy Bay – Canouan Island

The marina has a Capitanerie, with laundry facilities and guest bathrooms. As well as a fuelling system for boats with dockside fuelling hydrants, a fuel station, a beach club called Shenanigans. There is also remotely metered electricity and water and high speed broadband Internet connections. The marina design carefully considered the existing environment; even the light posts are designed so as not to interfere with the neighbouring airport.

Luxury Yacht Charter for Canouan Island

The island is surrounded by coral reefs making it a wonderful luxury yacht charter destination for anyone keen on water sports such as diving or snorkeling.  From Point De Jour in the northeast down to Barbruce Bay in the southeast is Grand Cois, an extensive barrier reef worth discovering.Other than the berths at Glossy Bay Marina, Charlestown Bay is the main anchorage; we advise charter guests with sailing yachts to exercise caution when there are strong NE winds with a northerly swell. Rameau Bay in the north also offers sheltered anchorages for sailboats and motor yachts.

Canouan is blessed with incredible sandy beaches, turquoise water with coral reefs and luxurious island resorts

Yacht charter in the Grenadines

The weather in Canouan follows a tropical climate. Average daytime temperatures range from 24°Celsius (75F) to 30°Celsius (87F). The driest season is from December to May with the coolest months falling between November and February. The rainy season coincides with hurricane season which runs from June to November, with strong peaks in August to mid-September.

Canouan Airport

Canouan Airport (CIW) is adjacent to Glossy Bay Marina which had the runway lengthened and now offers a new option for flights to/from other islands. The runway extension means the island’s airport is the closest airport to the Tobago Cays able to accommodate mid-size jets which in the past had to come into Barbados or St Lucia. For visitors who don’t arrive in Canouan by private yacht charter and want to get to Canouan Island, flights (scheduled and/or charter) operate regularly between Canouan and Barbados, St Lucia and St Vincent.

Canouan Island Activities

If you are on a private yacht charter, there are plenty of things to see and do. Especially water-based sports in some incredible bays with turquoise water, coral reefs and sandy beaches. Visit Mahault Bay Beach, Windward Bay and Friendship Bay for swimming and snorkeling.

Keen hikers can walk up to Mount Royal for uninterrupted views over the Grenadines. Or perhaps tee off at the Canouan Golf Course, an 18-hole Jim Fazio-design with sloping hills and breathtaking sea views. Holes 12, 13, 14 and 15 are particularly scenic holes. Located on top of a ridge with fantastic views of the neighbouring islands.

During the last week of July, the annual Canouan Carnival festival features music and local traditions.

Canouan boat charters are perfect for clients looking to explore the beauty of the southern Grenadines with family. Or relax on a honeymoon yacht charter or step ashore to the exclusive Canouan hotels and resorts.

Canouan Golf Course is an 18-hole course with a spectacular setting looking out to neighbouring islands

Pink Sands Club

Reincarnated from the Canouan Resort at Carenage Bay, The Pink Sands Club opened in the last quarter of 2016. With 26 suites and 6 four-bedroom Lagoon villas. All ocean-facing with chic interiors of cool marble, dark wood and the resort’s signature pink accents.

Pink Sands Club has chic interiors with sea views from all of the Suites & Villas

 

Resort amenities include golf carts and bicycles to explore the island. There are also infinity swimming pools with a 3-tier tanning deck, restaurants, bars, Kids Club and tennis courts.

The oceanfront Villas with lagoon views are magnificent for a getaway ashore after your luxury yacht charter

 

Those looking for health and wellness can make use of an open-air yoga platform. Or indulge in a special spa experience in one of 9 hillside treatment rooms. There are also 2 over water palapas more reminiscent of the South Pacific.

Pinks Sands Club has exceptional facilities including an infinity swimming pool and overwater spa palapas, unique for the Caribbean

Canouan Estate

Canouan Estate Villas & Residences are stand alone Villas and Residences on a 1200-acre estate. And they benefit from access to hotel services offered by the Pink Sands Club.  The collection currently includes 14 Canouan Estate Residences with 2 to 8 bedrooms each. They all have lagoon views as well as 3 Canouan Estate Villas. Which are larger and feature unique designs.

The Estate has access to sandy beaches, tennis courts, Kids Club and a fine selection of restaurants and bars. Bellinis Bar is named after the famous champagne cocktail that was invented in Harry’s Bar in Venice in Italy. Shell Beach Bar and Grill serving beachside lunches of grilled seafood and salads. There are also a pool bar and a Lagoon Café which is a stylish beach-house restaurant.

The Juliet Bar is a refined place for a classy cocktail ashore

Tamarind Beach Hotel

Nestled amidst lush tropical gardens, Tamarind Beach Hotel offers 4-star accommodation. With 40 authentic oceanside hideaways, including 8 beachfront suites. All rooms and suites feature crisp white linens, with rattan furniture and Brazilian walnut wooden paneling. It also has earthy tones with a patio or balcony overlooking the sea.

Hotel facilities include a beach bar, Pirate Cove restaurant for casual meals. As well as Buon Appetito (a deli-style dining option) and Palapa restaurant for international cuisine set in tropical gardens.

Relaxation takes on a new meaning at sunset drinks on Canouan Island

Canouan Will Be The Next Big Yachting Hub for the Grenadines

The Glossy Bay Marina provides a boost for Canouan’s economy. And it cements Canouan Island as a major gateway for luxury yacht charters in and around the Grenadine Islands and greater Caribbean.

Canouan will be the one to watch for Caribbean yacht charters. Although it is a small island it has the natural beauty that epitomizes the essence of luxury in the relatively untouched Grenadines archipelago.

Canouan is a yacht charter gateway to other Grenadine locations including the beautiful Tobago Cays Marine Park with reefs and turtles

The Perfect Canouan Yacht Charter with 212 Yachts

Here at 212 Yachts, we can help you navigate through the finer details of booking a Caribbean yacht charter. We ensure that when you step back on land, you’ve had the luxury yachting experience you’ve dreamed of.

We can tailor you a Canouan yacht charter itinerary that includes all highlights. You will cruise past the Pitons of St Lucia and anchor in picturesque bays such as Salt Whistle Bay at Mayreau. Then you’ll also go kite-surfing at Union Island and photograph the unusual Moon Hole in Bequia. Or dip into the big blue at the Tobago Cays, an archipelago comprising five uninhabited islands. Home to the Tobago Cays Marine Park. A popular spot for scuba diving amongst coral reefs, tropical fish and green turtles.

So contact us today to discuss your yacht charter in Canouan, the Grenadines or greater Caribbean region.

Written by

Jenny Caird, originally from Ireland, is the founder and CEO of 212 Yachts (and charter expert), applying her passion for customer service, with incredible client satisfaction, to create an ambitious, highly reputable and respected business. Whatever your query is, Jenny offers solutions with a smile. With her motivation and dedication to ensuring the yacht owners and clients 212 Yachts work with are 'wowed', Jenny and her team add the extra degree in yachting.


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