Canouan Island

Port Canouan on Canouan Island, part of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, stands apart in the cruise world for its intimate, design-forward approach to hospitality. Unlike busy mega-ports, this official port delivers a boutique-first experience where ship visitors step into a sheltered, sun-kissed harbor and are welcomed by a discreet, professional team ready to tailor each call to the vessel’s schedule and guests’ preferences. The signature experiences revolve around pristine beaches, turquoise lagoons, and a curated menu of island discoveries: private beach picnics on secluded coves; snorkeling amid abundant reefs just offshore; a scenic drive through lush interior hills to panoramic lookouts; and exclusive cultural encounters with local artisans and Kittitian flavors. For destination variety, Canouan provides easy access to nearby Grenadines gems via short transfers, inviting guests to island-hop to Mayreau and Union Island by private catamaran or small ferry, with itineraries designed to maximize time on shore while preserving the island’s delicate ecosystem. When it comes to fleet features, the port’s modern berthing options and efficient shore-side facilities accommodate a range of luxury and regional vessels, with sheltered approaches that minimize sway and ease every step of disembarkation, even in modest seas; cargo and provisioning channels are streamlined to keep voyages on schedule. Onboard services ashore extend the hospitality beyond the gangway: multilingual port staff, private excursion desks, Wi-Fi lounges, refreshing beverages, and secure, well-managed tendering processes; all backed by Saint Vincent and the Grenadines’ commitment to sustainable tourism. In short, Port Canouan combines exclusivity with accessibility, making every call feel like a bespoke Caribbean escape rather than a routine port stop.