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How to Get Around in Grenada: 7 Best Methods of Transport

ByJill Bockenstette

Once we arrived for the hurricane season and got settled in, we figured out how to get around in Grenada. 

It didn’t take us long to learn that there are a variety of options for getting around in Grenada, and it can actually be pretty easy. We spent more than 6 months here, and have used multiple modes of transportation during this time, including walking, buses, taxis, car rentals, shuttles and more.

Don’t worry about where you are in Grenada, or the steep hills and sometimes lack of sidewalks. There are many ways from boats to buses to easily get around this beautiful island.

So put on your walking shoes, and buckle up to learn in this guide how you can easily get around Grenada while you are here.

Scott in the drivers seat on the right side of the car used to get around in Grenada

1. Grenada Buses

To really experience the Grenada culture, you need to jump on a bus! It is the most fun way to get around the island, and very reasonably priced as well.

But first off, the “buses” are actually independently operated vans that can seat up to 16 people, including the driver and conductor. They are very easy to identify as they have a large sticker with their route number on the top of their windshield.

There are 9 bus routes across the island, and they cost $2.50 XCD ($0.92 USD) to $6.50 ($2.40 USD) depending on how far you are going.

We used the #1 bus often when staying in St. Georges to go downtown, or to the Grand Anse area to go grocery shopping at IGA and/or Ram’s Supermarket. There is a bus stop just outside the gates of the Grenada Yacht Club, and more along Lagoon Road near Port Louis Marina.

If you are in Woburn Bay, you can jump on the #2 bus from Nimrod’s bar.

The buses run Monday through Saturday from approximately 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, sometimes later in the Grand Anse Beach area.

A white #1 bus in Grenada is driving down Lagoon Road full of passengers
A #1 bus driving past the Grenada Yacht Club on Lagoon Rd.

2. Walking Around in Grenada

Grenada is a very safe place, and several cruisers are seen walking around the island near St. George’s and Prickly Bay area. 

When we stayed at the Grenada Yacht Club during hurricane season, we could easily walk to Island Water World for marine supplies, Foodland’s for groceries, and the Immigration office to extend our VISA. 

From the Grenada Yacht Club, we would also take the #1 bus to downtown St. George’s and walk around the fresh market and stores downtown.

While in Prickly Bay, we walked about one mile to Ram’s supermarket, as well as another one mile walk out to the Lance Aux Epines lighthouse to take in some beautiful views of the coastline.

Also from Prickly, you can walk to my favorite restaurant on the island, Spice Affair! They have the most delicious Indian food on the island!

Just like getting around in St. Maarten / St. Martin, we often found sidewalks to walk on… but not always. Unlike St. Maarten / St. Martin, they drive on the left side of the road, so keep that in mind when walking along the side of the road.

Scott and I are posing for a picture with a sign on stone that says 12 degrees N. We are both wearing hats and on a walk to the Lance Aux Epines lighthouse in Grenada.
Scott and me on a walk to the Lance Aux Epines lighthouse

3. Car Rental in Grenada

We spent six months in Grenada during hurricane season, and wanted to check out the entire island. 

We rented a car for a while and were able to explore the beautiful waterfalls in Grenada, and found different things to do as well at the River Antoine Rum Distillery and the chocolate factory at Belmont Estates.

We also drove to the north end of the island to Bathway Beach and Leaper’s Hill and to Grenville on the east coast of the island.

Driving in Grenada is not for the faint of heart! As I mentioned earlier, they drive on the left side of the road (opposite side for us Americans) and there are many very steep inclines and hairpin urns when driving through the mountains in the interior of the island. 

One car we rented, we would actually turn off the AC when going up the really steep hills to give the engine all the power it could get!

Also, several of the roads are very narrow (think narrower than a typical driveway) and cars have to pull off to the side (where there is one) to let the other car pass through.

Driving down a road in Grenada, there is a small truck coming the opposite direction and it doesn't look like there is room on the road for both of us to pass! There are no shoulders or sidewalks on this paved road.
Is there room to pass?!?

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4. Grenada Taxis and Ride Shares

If driving on the island is more of an adventure that you care to try (I left the driving to Scott most of the time!), then there are plenty of taxis and ride shares available on the island.  

Grenada Taxi Service

Taxis are often found at the Maurice Bishop International airport in Grenada, and hanging out at the IGA and Ram’s Supermarket. This is very convenient if you walk to the grocery store, as you can get a ride back with all of your groceries, or need a ride back to your boat after a flight back to your home country.

While Scott was home visiting his family, I took a taxi with our dog, Mangaux, to the St. George’s University Small Animal Clinic from the Grenada Yacht Club for his routine vaccinations and rabies shots. It is very important to keep up with his shots when bringing a dog to Grenada and  sailing with a dog throughout the Caribbean! 

This trip cost me $50 XCD ($18.51 USD) round trip, negotiated down from $80 XCD ($29.58). Be sure to work out the price ahead of time to get the best Grenada taxi rate.

Grenada Ride Shares

While there is not Lyft or Uber in Grenada, they do have a very similar app called Haylup. Haylup works just like Lyft or Uber and is a great method of transportation, and one you can use with your credit card.

Haylup Icon - Grenada's rideshare equivalent to Uber. It is a blue outline of an H with the word "HAYLUP" under it and all outlined in a blue line.

5. Grenada Island Tours

Are you interested in exploring Grenada without the stress of driving a car, or waiting on a crowded bus? If so, then book a tour to explore some of the best spots on the island.

The tours are often put together to capture 2-3 different spots in a day. They often highlight the beautiful waterfalls, chocolate factories and rum distilleries on the island. We have been to many of them and they are definitely worth checking out!

Don’t forget to book early from November through May. The tours are very popular amongst the cruise ship passengers during the peak tourist season.

Waterfalls, Chocolate & More
Explore Grenada on this Full-Day Tour
Explore Grenada on this Full-Day Tour

Make the most of your visit on a full day tour of highlights such as Concord Waterfalls, Diamond Chocolate Factory, and Grand Etang Lake, saving time with included round-trip transfer from your hotel or port. Gain intimate insight into Grenada’s history and culture as you explore working manufacturers, former plantations, and iconic natural landmarks with your guide.

  • Avoid hidden costs with entrance fees included in the price
  • Travel across the island with ease via air-conditioned van
  • Forget the guidebook with insights provided by your professional guide
  • Maximize your time spent exploring with included hotel pickup and drop-off
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Float Down the Refreshing Balthazar River
Half-Day River Tubing & Annandale Falls Experience
Half-Day River Tubing & Annandale Falls Experience

Discover Annandale Falls and go river tubing on this half-day experience from St. George's.

  • First, stop at Annandale Falls where you can take a refreshing swim, relax, and watch the cliff divers jump off the falls.
  • Then, head through Grand Etang Forest Reserve to Balthazar River where you’ll be able to float along with the river current.
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6. Get Around Grenada with Cruiser Shuttles

A popular way for getting around Grenada is jumping on the Cruiser Shopping Shuttle. The cruiser shuttle picks up cruisers from the popular anchorages of Prickly Bay, Woburn Bay and Mt. Hartman Bay, and will take us to the IGA supermarket, Ace Hardware, CKs SuperValu, Budget Marine, the bank and more. Check out the shuttle’s schedule and list of stops, and other helpful information, in the Sailing to Grenada article.

Another shuttle offered to cruisers is a ride to the weekly Hash run. Each Saturday afternoon, the Grenada Hash House Harriers set up a route (typically two routes – one for walkers and one for runners) in a different part of the island. 

Hashes are a great way to see places of the island you wouldn’t normally go to. It’s also a great mixture of cruisers and local Grenadians having a great time together.

You can find more information about how to get a ride on the Hash shuttle by tuning into the morning Cruisers Net on VHF Channel 66 (International Band) at 7:30 AM Mondays through Saturdays.

7. Sailing, Water Taxis, Ferries & Boat Tours

I think this one goes without saying, but another way for us cruisers to get around is to sail to different anchorages to be closer to the places we are trying to go. Below is a list of popular anchorages and the popular spots that are accessible from there:

Popular Sailing Anchorages and Places to Go

Grand Anse Mooring Field / Grenada Yacht Club / Port Louis Marina

  • Island Water World
  • Foodlands
  • Downtown St. George’s (via #1 bus)
  • IGA and Rams (via #1 bus)
  • Laundry drop off at Port Louis Marina
  • Grand Anse Beach

Prickly Bay

  • Budget Marine
  • Laundry drop off at Prickly Bay Marina or Laundry at Spice Island Marine
  • Prickly Bay mini mart
  • Le Boucher Butcher shop
  • Caul’s Food Store
  • Ram’s Supermarket (about a one mile walk from Budget Marine or take the #1 bus from Maurice Bishop Highway)
  • Cruiser’s Shuttle

Woburn Bay

  • Clarkes Court Boatyard and Marina
  • Treasure Trove Discount Marine Store
  • Cruiser’s Shuttle
  • La Phare Bleu
    • Meat & Meet Fresh Market
  • Hog’s Island

Grenada Water Taxis, Ferries and Boat Tours

Water Taxis

If being on the water is your preferred option, and you don’t want to move your boat (or maybe your boat is still on the hard), then there are plenty of water taxis to catch. 

The local water taxis typically run between Grand Anse and St. Georges. Just like the taxis on land, be prepared to settle up on the price before you go.

Grenada Ferries

The Osprey Line LTD is a ferry service that runs between the three Grenadian islands of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. They have a route that goes between Grenada and Carriacou and another route that goes between Carriacou and Petite Martinique. You can check out their rates and schedule on the Osprey Line website.

This is a fun way to explore the various islands of Grenada!

Grenada Boat Tours

If you want to explore Grenada by water, then hop on one of the many boat tours. 

Grenada now has 2 underwater sculpture parks – Grenada Underwater Sculpture Park in Grand Mal Bay, and new in 2024 the Carriacou Underwater Sculpture Park near Jack-A-Dan Island.

We had the opportunity to see the Carriacou underwater sculptures before they submerged them, and we are looking forward to seeing them underwater in the future.

Check out the Underwater Sculpture Park with these great tours here:

Sail and Snorkel Flamingo Bay
Grenada Snorkel and Cruise to Underwater Sculpture Park
Grenada Snorkel and Cruise to Underwater Sculpture Park

Swim and snorkel in this protected marine reserve with the colorful tropical fish on this fully guided snorkel tour.

  • Half day cruise
  • Lunch, drinks and open bar included
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A blue-hauled tour boat sits right off the beach at Grand Anse on a sunny day waiting for their next tour.
A boat sitting at Grand Anse waiting for its next tour.

FAQs about Getting Around in Grenada

Is there Uber in Grenada?

While there is no Uber in Grenada, there is a very similar app called Haylup that works the same.

Can you get around Grenada without a car?

Yes, you can easily get around Grenada without a car by taking a bus, shuttle, taxi, Haylup or even walking.

Is it safe to walk around in Grenada?

Yes! It is very safe in Grenada and we have walked to various places often in Grenada.

Do taxis in Grenada take credit cards?

No, taxis in Grenada often do not take credit cards, so be sure to have cash on hand. Using Eastern Caribbean dollars will be easier and get you a better rate than using US dollars.

How much does a taxi cost in Grenada?

The cost of taxis in Grenada can vary depending on how far and where you are going. Negotiate the price of your taxi fare before accepting the ride.

Get Around in Grenada and Explore the Island of Spices

There are many options for how to get around in Grenada. Cars, shuttles, taxis, tours and walking are among easy ways to get around.

Having spent 6 months in Grenada on our sailboat, we can see the usefulness in all of these options. A car was great for large provisioning trips, finding boat parts, and taking our visitors around. The shuttle is great for going to hashes and grocery shopping. Finding a taxi to take our dog to the vet worked out great too.
We have learned the ins and outs of getting around in Grenada, and are now looking forward to visiting and learning the other Caribbean islands. Our next stops will be visiting Bequia, St. Lucia and Martinique as we make our way up the windward islands. Check out these linked articles for things to do and helpful information about these islands.

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Jill Bockenstette has been sailing for over 11 years and has lived aboard her 1998 Hunter 450 Passage, Pelagia, full-time for more than 4 years. She has logged over 7,000 nautical miles across Mobile Bay, the Gulf of Mexico, the east coast of the United States, the Bahamas, Bermuda, and the Caribbean, where she is currently exploring the vibrant waters. Jill enjoys sharing her passion for sailing and the lessons learned from her salty, adventurous lifestyle on the water.