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Volcano, sailboats and the Caribbean's secret islands
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is a string of volcanic islands in the heart of the Lesser Antilles, still spared from mass tourism. The main island, Saint Vincent, is crowned by the La Soufrière volcano and blanketed in rainforest; the Grenadines (Bequia, Mustique, Tobago Cays, Union Island) are a paradise for sailing, snorkelling and empty beaches. For a Cameroonian traveller used to heat and lush greenery, the real change of scenery comes from the turquoise sea and the Caribbean creole culture, laced with British influences. It is an intimate, slow destination for those who want authenticity over resorts.
In pictures
The visa, step by step
How to apply
Cameroonian passport holders need a visa in advance. Apply to the Ministry of National Security in Kingstown, usually forwarded by a local host or agency, with the file sent electronically/by fax. There is no representation in Cameroon.
Required documents
- Passport valid at least 6 months
- Visa application form and passport photos
- Confirmed round-trip ticket and accommodation booking
- Proof of sufficient funds
- International vaccination certificate (yellow fever required if arriving from a risk area such as Cameroon)
Good to know
- •Visa mandatory and arranged remotely via the Ministry of National Security in Kingstown.
- •Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers coming from Cameroon.
- •No embassy or consulate in Cameroon: leave a comfortable time buffer.
A one-week budget
Round-trip flight from Douala / Yaoundé
1 020 000 FCFA–1 620 000 FCFANo direct flight. Long route with 2 to 3 stops: Europe or USA, then a Caribbean hub (Barbados, St Martin or Trinidad) before Argyle International (SVD). Expect 28 to 40 h.
Indicative round-trip price: it varies widely by season, layover and how early you book.
Where the money goes (backpacker estimate)
Budget simulator
What to do there
Climbing La Soufrière
Hike Saint Vincent's active volcano (1,234 m) through rainforest up to the smoking crater — a demanding but spectacular trek.
Tobago Cays
Sail to this protected marine park: turquoise lagoons, sea turtles and snorkelling among corals, the postcard image of the Grenadines.
Bequia
Discover this small island with authentic charm: Port Elizabeth, Princess Margaret Beach and the tradition of wooden boat building.
Kingstown Botanic Gardens
Visit the oldest botanical gardens in the Western Hemisphere (1765), home to a descendant of the Bounty's famous breadfruit tree.
Diving and snorkelling
Explore the reefs and wrecks off Saint Vincent, prized for their biodiversity and underwater macro-photography.
Dark View Falls
Swim at the foot of these twin waterfalls nestled in the forest, reached by a bamboo bridge on the west coast.
One week, day by day
- D1
Day 1: Arrive at Argyle Airport (SVD), settle in Kingstown, market and botanic gardens.
- D2
Day 2: Climb La Soufrière through the rainforest.
- D3
Day 3: West coast, Dark View Falls and a swim in the coves.
- D4
Day 4: Ferry to Bequia, Port Elizabeth and Princess Margaret Beach.
- D5
Day 5: Sailing trip to the Tobago Cays, snorkelling and turtles.
- D6
Day 6: Union Island or Mayreau, relaxation and empty beaches.
- D7
Day 7: Return to Saint Vincent and depart from Argyle.
Travel checklist
A printable list (or save as PDF) so you forget nothing.
Travel checklist — Saint-Vincent-et-les Grenadines
Before you leave
What to pack
Indicative data (June 2026), reliability moyenne. Visa rules, prices and timelines change: always confirm with official sources before booking.
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