Our Grand Adventure

11th September 2025

Grenada is a beautiful country. It’s split into two main islands, Grenada and Carriacou, with a couple of little teeny bits of land around in between them.

The main island of Grenada has a large volcanic ridge line through the center; and right in the middle is a lake in the center of the volcanos crater. The lake and surrounds are part of the Grand Etang National Park, known for its beautiful walks and waterfalls.

We took a day off boat work to go see some of the natural beauty of the island on a guided hike. Our driver picked us up around 9am and we headed into the center of the island, passing through different valleys and townships along the way. Although less busy than St George, there are still loads of houses through all the valleys and hillsides and the winding roads turn a corner and constantly surprise you with a new beautiful view or overlook of a valley of trees and houses.

Greenery is everywhere and as the road winds up and up the coastal trees and shrubs give way to more rainforest til suddenly you realise you are driving through thick rainforest enormously tall trees covered in vines and thick undergrowth blocking out all sight of anything other than what’s right in front of you.

Eventually we reached the start of our hiking trail where we met our guide for the hike. He was super cheerful and knowledgeable about the many plants and trees; he showed us all the edible plants and freshly picked quite a few along the way for us to try.

The hike itself was very muddy and slippery, but with decent boots and a nifty stick it was an enjoyable hour descent. Hiking in rainforests is always such a fulfilling experience. When the air is still around you, and you can pause and breathe in the fresh, moist, earthy smell.

I love spotting enormous mushrooms, ancient fallen tree trunks swollen with moss and life and wondering just how big that fern over there is. I love pausing to enjoy just how intensely green plants can be and feeling a sense of wonder that this quiet, peaceful place exists in the same reality as the hustle bustle of the office life. That in each day of chaos this oasis of calm remains here waiting to be enjoyed like an alternate universe.

Once we reached the bottom of the valley, it was like the forest had turned on all its colour and the greens explode with light as the tree canopy breaks and the sun comes bursting through.

After the muggy heat and walk, hearing the water over the rocks and the steady roaring of the waterfall ahead made us eager to reach our goal – one of the many waterfalls forming part of the “Seven Sisters” series of falls along this river.

The fall itself is not overly grand, a modest five or so meters, but set with a shady, tranquil pool at its base; and ferns and moss greenery covering the steep sides. I couldn’t wait to get in!

The water is ultra fresh; its cold, but in a way that rewards not shocks. We enjoyed swimming and relaxing on the rocks; having a snack and refreshing ourselves. Ryan was brave enough to swim right under the fall itself where it is very deep.

We eventually had to drag ourselves away from this gorgeous spot and start the hike back up – many, many steps. The upwards hike left less time for enjoying the scenery and a little more time focusing on the breathing.

Although we reached the top feeling sweaty all over again; it was totally worth it and I would definitely do it again! I can’t wait to see more of Grenada’s waterfalls and scenic hikes.