St. Vincent Carnival 2027
- Tour code
VCTCAR01
- Start
Diamond
- End
Diamond
- Min. age
18 years old
- Group size
Max 6-16 travellers
- Trip style
Classic
- Trip pace
Moderate
- Language
English
Vincy Mas, St. Vincent's carnival, is a celebration of music, dance and artistic expression that builds over about two months and peaks in late June and early July. Its calendar takes in the Miss SVG competition, the Calypso Monarch, the King and Queen of Carnival, the Parade of the Bands and a long run of private fetes.
Until 1977 Vincy Mas was a pre-Lenten carnival, rooted in the Catholic custom of a last indulgence before Lent; the word carnival is often traced to the Latin 'carne vale'. Early celebrations were mostly private parties and balls held by European settlers, and over time the festival absorbed African traditions brought by freed people, which shaped the street carnival Vincentians celebrate today.
This trip covers Carnival's final week. You'll sail out to the Tobago Cays Marine Park, fete at Pumpin, Crush and Happy Mess, brunch at Flair, spend a day at the Wett Republic beach party, jump in J'ouvert and Tee Shirt Mas, and finish in full costume on Carnival Tuesday in Kingstown.
Fete tickets, costume coordination and pickup, individual costume photography, group transport and airport transfers are arranged for you, and daily breakfast is included.
Why This Journey
Vincy Mas is smaller and more personal than the region's biggest carnivals, and that's much of its appeal: the fetes feel like a community gathering, and the road in Kingstown belongs to Vincentians and the visitors they welcome. Adding a day in the Grenadines gives you some of the Caribbean's clearest water between parties.
Travelling with Soca Islands means fete tickets, costume collection and late-night transport are handled, and you have a small group to share it with from day one. It suits carnival regulars looking for a new island, first-timers who want a friendly introduction, and anyone who wants sea, sun and soca in one week.
Where You'll Stay
St. Vincent: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Diamond, on the Windward Highway at Diamond, a short drive from Argyle International Airport, with breakfast included. Proposed accommodation (or similar), subject to confirmation. Hotel options can vary by departure and package; the hotel for your booking is shown in your trip details. Prices are based on two people sharing a double room with two beds.
Getting There
International Flights Not Included. International airfare to and from the destination is not included in the package price. Travellers are responsible for arranging their own flights and ensuring their arrival and departure align with the trip itinerary. Fly into and out of Argyle International Airport (SVD); arrival and departure airport transfers are included. Events scheduled before 6 pm on your arrival day are not included, allowing for flight delays. Please share your confirmed flight details with Soca Islands so we can coordinate applicable arrival and departure arrangements.
What you will see and do
J'ouvert Monday – Tee Shirt Mas
Carnival Tuesday in full costume
Land and sea tour of St. Vincent
What's included
All activities mentioned on the itinerary
Fete (party) tickets
Accommodations in double rooms
Experienced Soca Islands Host with you throughout the trip
One farewell group activity when possible
Costume coordination and costume pickup
Max 16 travellers per group
Arrival and departure airport transfers
Individual costume photography
Group transportation
What's excluded
- International flights (travellers arrange their own)
- Carnival costume and associated costs are not included. All costume payments, including the initial deposit, are made directly through miragecarnival.com, allowing you to secure your preferred costume and receive confirmation directly from Mirage Mas. As an official Mirage Mas affiliate, Soca Islands will assist with registration coordination, and costume selection guidance. Roundtrip transportation for costume collection is available.
- Events scheduled before 6 pm on your arrival day are NOT included in your package, allowing flexibility for any unexpected flight delays or travel disruptions.
- Meals not mentioned above.
- Travel insurance (proof of purchase required)
- Single room supplement (single rooms are subject to availability)
Group itinerary
Arrive at Argyle International Airport (SVD) and transfer to your hotel. Once you've settled in, meet your Soca Islands Host and the group of travellers you'll be celebrating with over the next week.
Spend the day on the water, sailing through the Grenadines with stops to explore and for lunch in the Tobago Cays Marine Park, a protected area of small islands, reefs and turquoise lagoons.
Back on St. Vincent, the first fete of the trip is Pumpin, a drinks-inclusive party that sets the tone for the days ahead.
The morning is free to relax or explore. In the afternoon the group heads to Crush, hosted by soca artists Skinny Fabulous and Problem Child. Then it's on to Happy Mess, a colour fete of powder, paint and non-stop music.
Today there's just one event: Flair, an all-inclusive brunch with Caribbean food, drinks and music. Come hungry and dress to impress.
A full day at Wett Republic, a beach party on the St. Vincent coast. Bring your best resort wear and beach outfits; this is a day for sun, sand and music.
An early start for J'ouvert: paint, powder and music through the streets as the sun comes up.
In the afternoon, the group joins the Tee Shirt Mas crew for day one of the Carnival street parade in Kingstown.
The grand finale. Dressed in full costume, you'll parade through Kingstown, St. Vincent's capital, dancing to soca with locals and visitors alike. It marks the end of the two-day street parade and of Carnival itself.
Depending on your departure time, there may be a few hours for souvenirs or a last swim. Then say goodbye to the group and transfer to Argyle International Airport for your flight home.
Accommodations
Here's a glimpse of the hotels we selected for this adventure.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Diamond
A modern hotel on the Windward Highway at Diamond, on St. Vincent's southeast coast, a short drive from Argyle International Airport (SVD). Kingstown, where the main Vincy Mas events take place, is reached by road along the coast.
Breakfast is included with the room, and there is an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and free parking. There is no on-site restaurant for lunch or dinner.
Hotel websiteRooms
You'll stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel.
- Included
Shared double
Shared with the person you book with, or a fellow traveller of the same sex.
- +$1,410 per person
Single room
A room to yourself, subject to availability.
Room prices are per person for the Jun 30, 2027 departure and can differ on other dates. You choose your room when you book.
Tour FAQS
Fly into and out of Argyle International Airport, St Vincent (SVD).
Proposed accommodation is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Diamond (or a similar hotel), subject to confirmation. Hotel options can vary by departure and package; the hotel for your booking is shown in your trip details.
International Flights Not Included. International airfare to and from the destination is not included in the package price. Travellers are responsible for arranging their own flights and ensuring their arrival and departure align with the trip itinerary. Please share your confirmed flight details with Soca Islands so we can coordinate applicable arrival and departure arrangements.
Yes. Arrival and departure airport transfers are included when you fly into and out of Argyle International Airport (SVD). Please share your confirmed flight details with Soca Islands so we can coordinate applicable arrival and departure arrangements.
Daily breakfast is included, plus finger foods at select events. The Flair brunch on Day 4 is all-inclusive. Other meals are at your own cost.
Extra nights can be requested, subject to hotel availability; contact our Customer Experience team for a quote.
There are no scheduled activities on the final day, so feel free to book your departure at your own convenience.
We recommend arriving before 3 pm on Day 1 to make it in time for the welcome event. But don’t worry no matter when you land, we’ll have an airport transfer ready for you.
Please Refer to your government’s travel advice or consult your local consulate. Remember, passport and visa requirements can change, so make sure to stay updated.
Excluding alcohol, we suggest budgeting around USD $40.00 per day for extras.
While we’re not medical professionals, we want to help you prepare for a safe and healthy adventure. Here are some tips:
- Consult with a healthcare professional: Schedule an appointment with your travel nurse or doctor at least eight weeks before your adventure to get any necessary vaccines or medications.
- Up-to-date medical advice:
- US residents: Check the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.
- UK residents: Visit the NHS Fit For Travel website.
- Australian residents: Refer to the Smart Traveler Health website.
3. Government travel advice:
- US residents: Consult the US Department of State Travel Advice.
- UK residents: Check the FCDO Travel Advice.
- Australian residents: Visit the Smart Traveler website.
4. Medication tips: If you take prescription medication, bring enough to last the entire trip, plus a few extra days in case of delays. Carry a copy of your prescription in case you need to visit a clinic abroad.
We hope this helps you prepare for a safe and enjoyable adventure.
Please keep in mind that our itinerary, activities, and hotels might change. These adjustments could happen with little notice due to factors like availability, weather conditions, seasonal shifts, or other circumstances beyond our control. Rest assured, we always aim to minimise any impact on your experience. Occasionally, we may tweak the itinerary to try out fresh ideas and keep the adventure exciting.
We believe solo travelers shouldn’t have to pay extra to explore the world. That’s why our group trips are designed around shared accommodation and do not include a single supplement. Solo travelers joining our group trips are paired in twin or multi-share rooms with another traveler of the same sex for the duration of the trip.
Some of our Independent trips are structured differently. For these itineraries, solo travelers will need to book at the single occupancy rate.
Tips are not included in the cost of this tour. Remember, tipping is entirely at your discretion and based on what you feel comfortable with.
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