St Davids - Facts

HURRICANE BERYL:  The island nations of St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Grenada were the worst affected by Hurricane Beryl at the start of July 2024. The Grenadines, Carriacou, Petit Martinique and Union Island were particularly hard hit.  While the islands are recovering and all major marine services are back up and running (apart from on Union Island), cruisers should be aware that the islands are still in recovery mode and some services may still be limited or not available.

Where is St. David's?

St. David’s Harbour on the south east of the island has natural barrier reefs and a peninsula on either side, which makes it extremely safe. The low rolling hills surrounding the bay are covered with indigenous trees and plants including almond and palm trees. The bay enjoys clean water and a white sandy beach.

There is no main town here, however, the Grenada Marine Boatyard has a general store, beach bar, on-site Island Water World chandlery and craft shops.

This boatyard has an extra-wide travel lift and offers hurricane storage. See Boatyards for more details.

The nearest main town is St. George's, approximately 45 minutes from St. Davids by road. There is a frequent public bus service (every 3 to 7 minutes) or the boatyard can organise a taxi/car rental.

Entrance Notes or Cautions for St. David's:

St David's Point has a distinctive rock at the peninsula forming the eastern side of the harbour entrance. The channel is marked by buoys and the harbour may be used only by yachts.

International port and traffic signals apply as you travel through the two green and two red flashing channel markers. You are asked to monitor VHF Channel 16 for navigational information prior to leaving and whilst underway within the harbour.

Position:

12° 01'12"N, 61° 40'45"W (bay)