Updated March 4th 2021
ARRIVING to join a yacht in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
When charter guests book holidays we know how important it is that everything runs smoothly. Entry, clearance, planes, provisioning and crew transitions must run to schedule.
SVG Yacht Services is well placed and updated as a reliable Yacht Agent in the Grenadines with support in Canouan, Saint Vincent, Mustique and SVG
See the Official Protocols : http://health.gov.vc/health/index.php/covid-19-protocols-documents
When arriving by air to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines you are required to Quarantine ashore before boarding a Yacht unless you are arriving by a Private Plane directly from your origin destination or your yacht is empty of other crew and passengers.
Scheduled Flights :
The amount of quarantine time required is updated regularly on the link above in the first document. Testing is on arrival at the airport and then at your approved hotel. Results take 24 to 72 hours to be returned. If travelling to other Grenadine Islands from Saint Vincent or other islands, we can arrange for a private air or sea transfers.
Private Flights :
Anyone arriving Privately will be tested on arrival in Saint Vincent and can board a yacht and wait for results. Special arrangements can be made to request to receive your test results quickly. During the wait, depending on the island that you land on there are places you can relax and enjoy a welcome drink or lunch / dinner depending on the timings. If you want to board the yacht immediately on arrival. it is essential to apply for this service in advance. Ask us for more information.
Boarding the Yacht :
If you are boarding a yacht, whatever the size and type, your captain will need to make a request for Quarantine/Monitoring Time to be on board the Vessel and have some checks completed about the vessel to be approved. These checks include ensuring you have a thermometer and wifi on board and sufficient space to isolate. Monitoring does mean you can move around the islands however you should keep your contacts to a minimum. Quarantine means you can swim/snorkel and go to private beaches but must remain within your boat bubble.
SVG Arrivals by Yacht :
The only place to arrive into Saint Vincent is Young Island Cut or Kingstown at this time. Any updates will be detailed on the Link above. If you have any concerns about quarantine or testing our Agents in Saint Vincent are fully up to date with the necessary information.
Whatever route you take to the Grenadines, the Ministry of Health have the final decision arrival as to your Quarantine and Testing Requirements and Boarding times. The Protocols to join a yacht in Canouan, Saint Vincent, Bequia or Mustique are regularly updated.
