White Island

Just a half a mile of the southern coast of Carriacou is the small White Island. At just 10 acres, the island is uninhabited, but makes for a great day trip locale for those who want to spend some time snorkeling and relaxing on a quiet stretch of sand.

Located on the southern edge of the island of Carriacou, You should consider stopping by whether or not you're staying particularly close by. If you plan to sunbathe or take a nap on a fairly secluded beach, you should check out White Island, a pretty, but less popular part of the coast.

How to Access The Beach

White Island can be accessed by boat from Belmont on Carriacaou. The trip costs between $25 and $30(USD) round trip.

Amenities and Ambiance

Nearly the entire coast is snaked with white sand and crystal clear water that ranges in color from topaz to navy blue. Coral reefs exist off shore for snorkeling, while inland guests will have views of hilly areas.

Unfortunately, public restrooms aren't available, which is something to consider if you plan to spend a full day in the sun. You'll find the waters off-shore to be fit for snorkeling, so grab your gear if you are looking to do some underwater exploration.

If you go for beaches which bring guests a relaxing experience, then think about trying out White Island; it is tucked away in a more natural sector of Carriacou.

What's Nearby

Attractions

You'll find this beach on the South West coast of Carriacou. It's located near Canute Calliste Art Gallery, which is only a short distance away, so tourists could take a cab or probably walk to this attraction, and it is among the favorite destinations in the area.

Beaches and museums may seem an unlikely combination to some, but plenty of visitors find that museums like The Carriacou Museum (situated three and a half miles to the north-northeast) offer an entertaining diversion and a whole new perspective of Grenada.

With the choice of exciting activities nearby, you'll never run out of things to do. The following table contains a list of nearby attractions.

Activities and Attractions Near White Island

Attraction	Type	Distance	Direction	Island
Canute Calliste Art Gallery	Art Gallery	2.2	N	Carriacou
The Carriacou Museum	Museum	3.6	NNE	Carriacou
Old Sugar Mills Hillsborough	Historical Site	4.2	NE	Carriacou
Dover Ruins	Historical Site	5.8	NE	Carriacou
Ningo Well	Historical Site	5.9	NNE	Carriacou

Cities and Towns

White Island is in the Hillsborough area, so a trip into the city is a definite option. Cities near White Island include Hillsborough, which is certainly not a bustling region, but it can be an interesting destination for guests wishing to get a better feel for the area.

Hotels

The number of other people sharing spots in the sand can vary widely, depending on everything from the time the sun sets to how many people have booked nearby hotels. There aren't many large hotels nearby, but you may encounter guests from the few small lodgings in the area.

Guests will find a decent range of accommodations to choose from in the vicinity of the beach. The most convenient of which are shown in the table below.

Accommodations near White Island

Hotel	Distance	Direction	Type
Grand View Hotel	--	--	Hotel
Silver Beach Cottages	--	--	Cottages
Hotel Laurena	--	--	Hotel
Green Roof Inn	3.6 mi.	NE	Hotel
Ade's Dream	3.7 mi.	NNE	Hotel
Bogles Round House	5.0 mi.	NNE	Cottages
Bayaleau Point Cottages	6.0 mi.	NE	Cottages

Food

Because restaurants near the beach catch the freshest seafood and the balmiest breezes, don't miss your chance to dine at a nearby restaurant, where you'll be able to sample regional favorites, without straying too far from your current location. Lazy Turtle is one of the closest eateries. The restaurant features Caribbean cuisine. They also specialize in pizza. You'll have the option of walking or taking a cab as it's just a short distance away.

A list of nearby restaurants is included in the following table.

Restaurants near White Island

Restaurant Name	Phone	Cuisine	Style	Distance	Direction
Lazy Turtle	(473) 443-8322	Caribbean	Very Casual	1.2 mi.	N
Lambie Queen Restaurant and Bar	(473) 443-8162	Caribbean	Very Casual	1.2 mi.	N
Oyster Beds	--	--	--	2.1 mi.	N
Off the Hook	(473) 443-7841	Caribbean	Very Casual	2.4 mi.	N
Laurena’s Restaurant and Bar	(473) 443-8333	Caribbean	Very Casual	--	--
Patty's Deli	(473) 443-6258	American	--	3.5 mi.	NNE
Slipway Restaurant	(473) 443-6500	Caribbean, International	Informal	--	--
Green Roof Inn Restaurant	(473) 443-6399	International	Informal	3.6 mi.	NE
La Playa Beach Bar and Bistro	(473) 410-4216	American	Very Casual	3.6 mi.	NE
SeaWave Sports Bar	(473) 443-7317	Caribbean	Very Casual	3.7 mi.	NNE

Other Beaches

There are plenty of beautiful beach locations to choose from on Carriacou, and White Island is just one option.

You may also enjoy Tyrrel Bay, which is located within a couple of miles. Visitors to Tyrrel Bay will find it teeming with local commerce around the harbour. There's plenty to do and see along the water's edge, including fine dining and drinks. Travelers might also want to pick up something to remember their trip by at one of the local shops.

There's plenty to see and do on Grenada, and White Island is just one of many incredible attractions you can choose from.