Travel Vaccines and Advice for Grenada

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Grenada. The PHAC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Grenada: COVID-19, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

Dengue is a mosquito-borne disease found in Grenada. Make sure you bring repellents and netting to protect yourself against infection.

See our vaccinations page to learn more about these infections and vaccines. Ready to protect yourself? Book your travel health appointment today by calling or schedule online now.

All Canadians are required to present valid photo identification proving citizenship in order to enter the country. A visa is not required for business or tourism purposes. Passengers must be in possession of a return or onward ticket.

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Sources: Embassy of Grenada and Canadian Travel and Tourism

If you wish to bring your pet with you to Grenada, an import permit is required. Your pet will also need a rabies vaccination certificate and a certificate of health. There is no quarantine period in Grenada.

Visit the Canadian Travel and Tourism website for more information on entry and exit requirements.

Grenada has a wet tropical climate. It is at times tempered by moderate trade winds from the northeast. The country has an average annual temperature in the high-20’s Celsius and two main seasons.

The humid and hot rainy season is from June to December while the dry season is from January to May. The dry season is the most popular time for tourists as rainfall can be quite abundant later.

June to November is also the hurricane season. Grenada is not considered particularly risky for hurricanes. But, it is at the southernmost end of a hurricane belt.

With the island’s mountains the nights can be cooler.

While Grenada has a diverse history, the country is relatively safe to visit.

Tourists can be victim of theft in Grenada. Thieves steal items like credit cards, jewelry and passports. Carefully consider what valuables you wish to bring before travelling. Be watchful after dark, especially in or near high traffic areas.

Walking after dark, using the local bus system, and using taxis hired on the road are causes for extra caution. Only use taxis registered with the GTA (Grenada Taxi Association). Members must pass extra driving tests and receive training from the Grenada Tourism Board.

In Grenada you can be prosecuted for using foul language in the presence of an officer of the law.

The Grenadian society is generally intolerant of homosexuality. The law does criminalize consensual same-sex sexual activities. There have been no reports of violence in Grenada connected with real or perceived orientation.

Grenada is called the “The Spice Isle” for its renowned selection and variety of spices. The island has many interesting spice-related activities to check out. There are tours which take you to several of the spice plantations.

• Belmont Estate – This estate is the most famous plantation estate in the country. It’s 300 years old and its main crop is cocoa. On a tour you can see the full process of how the estate’s beans are fermented, dried and turned into chocolate.
• Gouyave Nutmeg Processing Station – For a shorter tour option, you can go to the processing station. This is a 15 minute experience to learn a bit about the nutmeg industry on the island. You will see nutmeg being dried, sorted, and shined by locals.
• St. George’s Market – If you want to go straight to the spice-shopping, you’ll be thrilled by the variety of products. You can get many selections of bagged spices or unique items such as nutmeg jam and vanilla essence.

Think ahead on what to pack by looking through these suggestions:

• Clothing – Grenada can often be hot and humid due to its tropical climate and wet season. Be sure to pack accordingly for the time of year and the activities you wish to do. Consider bringing sunscreen, water-protective gear, bathing suits, and something for the cooler nights.
• Health Items – It is always useful to have important first aid kit items while travelling. the PHAC also recommends a travellers’ diarrhea kit to help deal with the effects of the illness.
• Bug Repellent – With the mosquito-borne illnesses of Grenada it is especially key to bring bug repellent.

Canada currently does not have a residential government office in Grenada. Consular assistance may be received from the High Commission in Barbados.

Canadian Embassy Bridgetown
Bishop’s Court Hill, St. Michael,
P.O. Box 404,
Bridgetown, Barbados BB11113
Phone: (246) 629-3550

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