Mustique Turtle Sanctuary

The Mustique Turtle Sanctuary is a premier conservation facility on the private island of Mustique, dedicated to the protection and study of endangered sea turtles. The sanctuary focuses on monitoring and safeguarding the nesting sites of Green and Hawksbill turtles that frequent the island's pristine beaches. A dedicated team of rangers works year-round to protect nests from predators and ensures that hatchlings have a safe passage to the ocean. One of the project's highlights is the strict light management policy, which prevents artificial lighting from disorienting young turtles as they head to the sea. The sanctuary also operates a rehabilitation program for injured turtles, providing them with medical care before releasing them back into the wild. By collaborating with international marine scientists, the project contributes significant data to global sea turtle migration research. It serves as a prime example of how high-end tourism and environmental stewardship can successfully coexist on a private estate. Visitors to the island can participate in educational tours and occasionally witness the release of hatchlings, fostering a deep connection with marine life.

Nearby cities

Kingstown

Kingstown is the capital and chief port of Saint Vincent.

Calliaqua

Calliaqua is located on the southern coast of Saint Vincent.

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Byera Hill

Byera Hill is a settlement on the eastern coast of Saint Vincent.

Biabou

Biabou is a settlement on the eastern coast of Saint Vincent.

Barrouallie Fisheries Complex

A significant coastal hub for the national fishing industry.

Barrouallie

Barrouallie is a coastal town on the western side of Saint Vincent.

Port Elizabeth

Port Elizabeth is the main settlement on the island of Bequia.

Derrick

Derrick is a small settlement in the south of Bequia island.

Chateaubelair

Chateaubelair is the northernmost town on the leeward coast of Saint Vincent.

Dovers

Dovers is a small settlement on the exclusive island of Mustique.

Layou

Layou is situated north of Kingstown on the western coast.

History & landmarks

Indian Bay Beach

A popular sandy beach on the southern coast protected by a coral reef.

The Carnegie Building

Opened in 1909, this building in Kingstown formerly housed the public library.

House of Assembly

This historic building is where the parliament of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines meets.

Kingstown Central Market

The largest trading hub for local farmers and vendors.

Victoria Park

This historic sports ground was named in 1887 in honor of Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee.

Nature

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Petit Canouan Wildlife Reserve

An uninhabited island designated as a strict wildlife reserve for nesting seabirds.

Mount St. Andrew

A peak rising 735 meters above Kingstown, offering panoramic views of the Grenadines.

More places

Fort Duvernette

Fort Duvernette is a defensive fortification built around 1800 on a massive volcanic rock.

Diamond Industrial Estate

An industrial area on the south-east coast focusing on light manufacturing.

Argyle Petroglyphs

The Argyle Petroglyphs were relocated to a protected site near the airport to preserve them.

Argyle International Airport

The country's largest infrastructure project facilitates direct international flights.

King's Hill Forest Reserve

One of the oldest forest reserves in the world, established by law in 1791.

Kingstown Cenotaph

This memorial was erected in 1925 to commemorate the soldiers from St.

Mesopotamia Valley

Often called the breadbasket of the island, this lush valley is known for its fertile volcanic soil.

Kingstown Methodist Church

The Kingstown Methodist Church is a historic structure completed in 1841 on the site of a former Roman Catholic church.