Beaches & Anchorages Port Elizabeth Bequia’s harbour town of Port Elizabeth is the most popular Port of Entry for yachts visiting St. Vincent & the Grenadines and a favoured anchorage of yachtsmen from all over the globe. Admiralty Bay is considered one of the best harbours in the Caribbean because of its deep protected ‘U’ shape, its calm, clear waters and ample depth, which allows large boats to come very close to shore for repair and general maintenance. When anchoring in the bay, be sure to stay clear of the ferry route to the main jetty in Port Elizabeth. Princess Margaret Beach The Princess Margaret Trail connects the Belmont Walkway to the popular Princess Margaret Beach (also known as Tony Gibbons). A popular anchorage with yachties – generally calm with a glorious stretch of beach and sparkling azure water. (Note, yachts are required to anchor at least 200 yards off shore for the safety of swimmers). The dinghy dock makes it an effortless dropoff point for water taxis. Jack’s Beach Bar offers drinks and an extensive à la carte menu. At the far end of the bay there is a natural rock archway leading into a small, sheltered cove – a good area for snorkeling lies just beyond. Lower Bay One of Bequia’s best beaches. A long stretch of pure white sand with crystal clear water, excellent for swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing with beach chairs available for rent. A stretch of on-shore reef provides an area of shallow pools along the shore making it especially suitable for children. Situated in the middle of the bay is Keegan’s Beachside Bar & Restaurant and De Reef Beach Bar & Restaurant, both are long-time favourites with locals and visitors alike. Just across the road is La Plage, a rustic beachside restaurant serving French cuisine with a Caribbean twist – it’s a wonderful spot to take in the sunset and then linger on for dinner.
Princess Margaret
De Reef Beach Bar & Restaurant at Lower Bay
Friendship Bay On the south side, Friendship Bay is a sheltered, crescent shaped bay with lots of shade. The stylish Bequia Beach Hotel is located here – enquire about their day passes (see page 79) and take advantage of the hotel’s first class facilities. Windward Beaches Along the eastern side of the island – a stretch of often deserted coastline, shaded by wooded hills and countless coconut palms – you’ll find the unspoilt, reef-protected windward beaches at Spring, Industry, (also known as Crescent Beach) and Park, all excellent for picnics, snorkeling, kitesurfing and windsurfing. Crescent Beach is the best for swimming, with the delightful waterside Sugar Reef Café offering cold drinks and delicious meals.
Crescent Beach All Photos: Wilfred Dederer
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