Grenada Island: Private Hourly Tour & Custom Stops

Summary

Private Grenada tour with flexible hours and custom stops

You’ll shape your own day in Grenada—swimming under Annandale Falls, wandering Grand Etang’s rainforest, tasting rum at Clarke’s Court, or shopping at Grand Anse Market. With flexible pickup and a local guide who moves at your pace, you’ll feel less like a tourist—and more like you’re just living here for an afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Grenada's nature and culture

• Drive to Annandale Falls
• Swim and enjoy garden surroundings
• Visit Grand Etang Forest Reserve
• Hike and observe wildlife
• Tour Clarke’s Court Rum Distillery
• Sample rums at hospitality center
• Shop at Grand Anse Craft & Spice Market
• Swim at Grand Anse Beach

Top questions

How long does the private Grenada island tour last?

You decide! There’s a 4-hour minimum but most people book around 6 hours. Pay by the hour after your deposit.

Can I choose where to go on this hourly tour?

Yes—the tour is fully customized based on your interests and activity level. Your guide will help plan or play it by ear.

Is hotel pickup included in the private Grenada tour?

Yes, pickup from your hotel lobby is included at whatever time works best for you.

What are some stops on this Grenada island tour?

You can visit Annandale Falls, Grand Etang Lake & rainforest hikes, Clarke’s Court Rum Distillery, or Grand Anse Craft & Spice Market.

Are meals or entry fees included?

No meals or entry fees are included—you pay only for transportation by the hour and can choose where to stop.

Is this private Grenada tour suitable for families?

Yes—it’s suitable for all fitness levels and kids can ride in strollers or prams if needed.

How do I pay for extra hours on the day?

You pay your guide directly in cash or credit card at the end of your tour for any extra time used beyond your deposit.

What’s included

Your private day out includes flexible hotel pickup anywhere in Grenada, air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide dedicated only to your group, plus all transportation between stops—you simply pay by the hour after an initial deposit and enjoy total freedom over what you see or skip along the way.

What’s the experience like?

First thing: I had no idea how much you could actually fit into one day on Grenada until we tried this private island tour by the hour. Our driver, Devon, showed up right at our hotel lobby—early, actually, but he didn’t seem fussed that we needed a few extra minutes (I was still hunting for my sunglasses). He just grinned and said, “No rush here, it’s your day.” That set the tone. There’s something about having the whole schedule open—like you can just breathe a bit deeper.

The air got cooler as we wound up toward Grand Etang Lake. You could smell wet earth and something sweet—maybe nutmeg? Devon pointed out trees I’d never even heard of (gommier? sounded like gum). We stopped for a short walk; the forest was thick and green and suddenly alive with these little birds darting everywhere. At one point he tried to get us to spot a Mona monkey but all I saw was a flash of tail. Still not sure if it was real or just Devon messing with me.

I didn’t expect to like Clarke’s Court Rum Distillery as much as I did. The place smells like molasses and old wood—kind of comforting in a weird way. The guide there told stories about steam engines from the 1800s (I touched one and it was cold, rough metal) and poured us tiny rum samples that burned going down but left this warm buzz behind. We laughed when I tried to pronounce “fettercane”—I butchered it so badly she had to write it down for me.

We finished at Grand Anse Craft & Spice Market where everything smelled like cinnamon and sea salt mixed together. Bought some bracelets from a woman who braided hair faster than I could blink—and then just walked barefoot on the sand for a while. Honestly, there was no pressure anywhere along the way; if we wanted to linger or skip something, Devon just shrugged and said “Up to you.” That freedom sticks with me more than any single stop.