Grenada🇬🇩 | best national parksExplore the 3 Best national parks in Grenada

How many to visit: I recommend two or three protected areas, one from each kind: rainforest, coast and marine. Grenada is so small that a fourth adds bus time without adding variety, and you save money and energy for beaches and food.Prioritizing by style: Hikers should put the interior forest first, because it gives the most for a short half day and costs little. Wildlife and quiet seekers get more from the northeast coast, but the long bus ride eats half a day and a few dollars. Snorkelers and divers should pick the marine parks, where gear hire (US$10 to 20) beats a boat tour (US$40 to 80) on value, though boats reach better reef.What it costs: Entry fees are usually EC$5 to 20 (US$2 to 7) per site. A hiking guide runs US$25 to 60 and is worth it only on muddy or overgrown trails. Buses … read more 👉

How many to visit: I recommend two or three protected areas, one from each kind: rainforest, coast and marine. Grenada is so small that a fourth adds bus time without adding variety, and you save money and energy for beaches and food.Prioritizing by style: Hikers should put the interior forest first, because it gives the most for a short half day and costs little. Wildlife and quiet seekers get more from the northeast coast, but the long bus ride eats half a day and a few dollars. Snorkelers and divers should pick the marine parks, where gear hire (US$10 to 20) beats a boat tour (US$40 to 80) on value, though boats reach better reef.What it costs: Entry fees are usually EC$5 to 20 (US$2 to 7) per site. A hiking guide runs US$25 to 60 and is worth it only on muddy or overgrown trails. Buses cost US$1 to 4 per leg, and a taxi to remote spots is US$30 to 60 round trip. A backpacker doing one park a day should budget US$55 to 90 a day including a hostel or guesthouse bed, local food and transport.Safety and etiquette: Trails are slippery, so wear shoes with grip and carry 1.5 liters of water. Leave by mid-afternoon, as flash rain swells streams. Snorkelers should avoid touching coral and use reef-safe sunscreen. Residents dress modestly away from the beach, so cover up when walking through villages. Say good morning to people you pass, which is customary. Monkeys in the forest can be grabby, so keep food packed away. Petty theft from cars and unattended beach bags happens, so travel light and keep valuables with you.