By Taxi

The government sets the rates for fares, but taxis are not metered and you should always check the fare before setting off. Fares are raised for journeys late at night or early in the morning. The average fare from Indian Bay into Kingstown is approximately EC$25 and EC$15-20 will get you to the E.T. Joshua Airport from your Indian Bay or Villa hotel. Tipping is suggested at 10% of the fare. You can also hire taxis to take you to the island’s major attraction. Expect to spend EC$40 toEC$50 per hour for a car holding two to four passengers.

By Car

Driving in Saint Vincent is on the left. While initially driving on the narrow, twisting roads is a bit of an adventure, you will quickly begin to enjoy the challenge and start driving like a “Vincy”. There are limited road signs, abut locals are usually quite happy to point you in the right direction. Remember to sound your horn as you make the sharp curves and turns. A temporary driving license, costing EC$50, must be purchased at the police station in Bay Street, or the Licensing Authority on Halifax Street, with the presentation of a valid overseas driver’s license. If you have an International Driving Permit you must get it stamped at the central police. Legal Age for Driving is 17 years old.

By Bus

Flamboyantly painted buses travel the principal roads of Saint Vincent, linking the major towns and villages. The central departure point is the bus terminal at the New Kingstown Fish Market. Fares range from EC$1 to EC$6 (US.40c to US$2.20). Minibuses, which stop on demand rather that at bus stops, run frequently between Kingstown and the popular hotel areas of Indian Bay and Villa. The number of vans starting in Kingstown and running to Owia or Fancy in the north is limited. The best way is to take the early bus to Georgetown and try to catch one of the two vans running between Georgetown and Fancy (EC$10). To get to Richmond in the northwest take a bus to Barrouaille and seek onward transport from there. A day trip to Mespotamia (Mespo) by bus (EC$2.50) is definitely a worthwhile experience.