The Horizon Group
The Horizon Group
Your unforgettable sailing adventure starts with a smooth journey to our base and we’re here to guide you through every step. Our team is happy to assist with recommendations, bookings, and travel tips so you can relax and focus on the excitement of your Caribbean escape.
Our islands are ready to welcome you — but before you set off, it’s important to make sure you have the correct travel documents in place. Entry requirements can vary depending on your nationality, travel route, and recent travel history.
As these regulations are subject to change, we recommend checking the official government website or contacting your nearest embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information on passports, visas, and customs. This will ensure a smooth arrival, so you can start enjoying your Caribbean adventure without delay.
Customs and Immigration offices are located on St Vincent at the Argyle International Airport, and Blue Lagoon Marina. At Port Elizabeth, Bequia, Sandy Lane Yacht Club, Canouan and Clifton Harbor, Union Island.
If you are doing a one–way charter to Grenada, Customs and Immigration are located at Tyrell Bay, Carriacou and Port Louis Marina, St George, Grenada. You would need to clear out of the Grenadines at Union Island and into Grenada at Tyrell Bay, Carriacou
Please visit the SVG Tourism Website, the UK Border Agency, or the SVG Government website.
Whether you’re arriving by air or planning where to rest before or after your charter, we’ve gathered everything you need in one place. From international and regional flight options to private charter services, comfortable local accommodations, and our convenient sleepaboard service, you’ll find flexible choices to fit your travel plans.
Your peace of mind matters to us. We strongly recommend all charter guests take out comprehensive sailing travel insurance to protect against unexpected events — from trip cancellations to medical emergencies while on the water.
Sailing holiday insurance from World Nomads is available to people from 140 countries. It’s designed for adventurous travelers with cover for overseas medical, evacuation, baggage, and a range of adventure sports and activities. Note that you can buy simple and flexible insurance from World Nomads at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world. Their insurance covers any kind of travel, worldwide, (not just sailing vacations!).
* Please note that we receive a fee when you get a quote from World Nomads using this link.
Yonder Travel Insurance is a travel insurance comparison website that provides recommended travel insurance policies based on unique travel styles, including yacht charters. Users can compare, sort, filter, and purchase travel insurance from all the major providers. With every policy sold, Yonder donates meals to people in need in Nepal and SE Asia.
Yonder's charter division has dedicated representatives to help you discern the best policy for your charter, so you can book with peace of mind. In the event of a claim, the Yonder team will walk you through the process, proactively following up and pushing through claims on your behalf.
* Please note that we receive a fee when you get a quote from Yonder using this link.
Winter/ Spring. Dec – April. Cooler, drier (some showers), wind predominantly NE 15 – 25 knots. Sailing conditions and anchorages can be affected by northerly swell.
Summer/ Autumn. May – Nov. Slightly warmer, more humid. Wind E – SE 10 – 20 knots but varies with weather fronts. Calm seas generally. Low risk of hurricanes during season.
Many nationalities do not need a visa to travel to St Vincent and the Grenadines. Entry requirements for your nationality can typically be checked through your official government website.
Eastern Caribbean dollar – EC$ although US$ is accepted in most places too – remember to bring cash!
The taxi transfer between the airport and our base is 20-25 minutes and costs EC$80.00/US$30.00 for up to 4 persons with each additional person over that number paying EC$13.00/US$5.00. It's not normal practice to tip the taxi driver, but please do if you feel he’s done a good job!
WiFi is available at Horizon Yacht Charter’s base at Blue Lagoon. In the cruising area, WiFiis also available ashore at most of the more populated anchorages. For those of you requiring WiFi onboard, it is possible to buy a data package with one of the two cell network providers, and near 4G coverage is then possible in almost every location. This needs to be organized on arrival and will entail a visit to the local shop (there is one at arrivals at the airport) to set your phone/tablet etc. up. The two local providers are Flow and Digicel.
Almost all mobile devices will work in St Vincent and the Grenadines. Note that roaming and data fees can be very significant. It is possible to purchase a local SIM and insert it into your phone (if it is unlocked) or use an eSIM from a provider such as Airalo. When heading off-shore there is reasonable coverage up to around 10 miles offshore, depending on location. There are limited areas in the Grenadines where coverage is very poor. Chatham Bay, Union Islan,d is a great place to hide, for example.
If you are using your own phone on roaming this is likely to be significant and you should check rates with your provider. Using the local mobile Horizon Yacht Charters provide, current charges are around US$0.62 per minute to the USA, £0.46 to the UK, CAD 0.84 to Canada and € 0.62 per minute to the rest of the world (rates correct as of August 2025).
Airport departure tax is now included in the price of all airline tickets.
If your bag is delayed, you will have to report this to Customer Services desk at the airport after arrival. They will fill out a form and give you a copy with a reference number and a local telephone number. Please tell them that you are sailing with Horizon Yacht Charters and give them our office number (1 784 456 9395). Typically, your bag will arrive the next day. The airline will deliver your bag to wherever you are – so this will not hold up your sailing time.
REMEMBER: It is good to be prepared for this eventuality – pack some shorts, T-shirts, flip-flops, toothbrush, toothpaste and any medical supplies that you may need. This should not ruin the start of your holiday – so come prepared!
Technically, the law states that you may not bring in meat and vegetable produce, and you do risk a fine, but in the past, we have had clients bring meat in without any problem.
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