Practical information for Bequia, the northernmost of the main Grenadine islands in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Bequia
General
Country
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Main town
Port Elizabeth.
Population
About 4,500 residents.
Area
About 18 sq km.
Language
English; Vincentian Creole is widely spoken.
Currency
East Caribbean dollar (XCD / EC$), fixed at EC$2.70 to US$1. US dollars are also widely accepted in visitor businesses.
Telephone
+1 784.
Time
UTC-4 throughout the year.
Travel and Transport
Ferries
Bequia Express and Bequia Fast Ferry operate regular services between Kingstown, Saint Vincent and Port Elizabeth, Bequia.
Crossing time
Typically around 1 hour, depending on vessel and sea conditions.
Airport
J.F. Mitchell Airport (BQU) handles small regional aircraft and charters.
Getting around
Taxis, rental vehicles, local vans and water taxis are available. Port Elizabeth and nearby beaches can partly be explored on foot.
Driving
Traffic drives on the left.
Visitor Character
Best known for
Sailing, Admiralty Bay, small beaches, relaxed island life and maritime heritage.
Main beaches
Princess Margaret Beach, Lower Bay, Friendship Bay and several smaller coves.
Yachting
Admiralty Bay is one of the Grenadines' classic yacht anchorages.
Regatta
Bequia's Easter Regatta combines local boat racing, yacht racing and shoreside events.
Ferry schedules: departures and fares change. Check Bequia Express or Bequia Fast Ferry shortly before travel, especially on Sundays, public holidays and around major events.
