Mayreau

Mayreau is a small inhabited island in the Grenadines, part of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, known for its compact settlement pattern and sheltered bays. It is among the smallest inhabited islands in the Grenadines and is valued for its beaches and boating access.

The island’s principal coastal attractions are its beaches and anchorage spots, including a well-known horseshoe bay with shallow water and a smaller sheltered harbour used by local boats. The island has simple visitor facilities concentrated near the bays and the single main village.

Mayreau developed as a small fishing and boat-landing community and retains a low-density, informal settlement pattern with local housing, a church and small businesses serving residents and visitors. The island’s economy is largely maritime and tourism-focused on a small scale.

Geographically the island lies in the southern Grenadines chain, within easy boat distance of nearby islands such as Union Island and the Tobago Cays; access is by private or local boat services rather than by air.

• Single village and limited services: Most of the island's population lives in a single hilltop village with limited services, so bring supplies or arrange transport in advance.

What to See #

• Saltwhistle Bay: A sheltered horseshoe bay with a white sand beach and shallow water used for swimming and anchorage; the bay is Mayreau's best-known beach and the island's main visitor landing area.
• Saline Bay: A small natural harbour and village access point on the island's leeward side used for boats and the island's primary settlement access; provides access to the hilltop village and local shops.