Travel - Internal
Sea
Water-taxis are available from St George’s across the Carenage to the Esplanade or Grand Anse Beach. A large number of yachts and boats are available to charter. Arrangements can be made via the Grenada Board of Tourism (see Contact Addresses section).
Road
There is a network of approximately 1046km (650 miles) of paved roads. Most main roads are in good condition but they are narrow and winding. Traffic drives on the left. Bus: These are cheap but slow. The main bus terminal is located at the west end of Granby Street. Minibuses run between Hillsborough, Windward and Tyrell Bay. Taxi: Taxis are the most efficient means of transport. They are available from the airport, the Carenage and most hotels. Car hire: A large range of vehicles are available in St George’s or St Andrew’s. Credit cards are not always accepted by car hire companies. To hire a vehicle drivers must be over the age of 21. Some rental firms have a minimum rental period of three days during peak periods. Documentation: A temporary licence to drive is available from local authorities on presentation of a valid driving licence. The cost is approximately EC$30. An International Driving Permit is recommended, although it is not legally required.
Travel times
The following chart gives approximate travel times (in hours and minutes) from St George’s to other towns/islands in Grenada.
| | Air | Road | Sea | | Grenville | - | 0.35 | - | | Carriacou | 0.20 | - | 1.30 |
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