About
Carriacou — Grenada's laid-back sister island, part of the tri-island nation of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique, known for traditional wooden boat-building, quiet beaches, and deep-rooted African heritage.
Must-See Attractions
Hillsborough
Carriacou's small, easygoing capital, with a waterfront jetty, local museum, and colorful wooden buildings.
Paradise Beach & Sandy Island
A powder-white beach facing tiny, palm-fringed Sandy Island — a short boat ride away and one of the Caribbean's most idyllic snorkeling spots.
Traditional Boat-Building at Windward
Watch local craftsmen hand-build wooden sloops using centuries-old Scottish shipwright techniques passed down through generations.
Big Drum Heritage
Carriacou's Big Drum ceremony, an African-rooted call-and-response music and dance tradition recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage.