10 Top Tours in Barbados
Sure, Barbados has beautiful turquoise waters and white sandy shores, but there is so much more to this stunning, historic Caribbean island than its many beaches. To get the most out of your vacation to Barbados we encourage you to book a guided tour. Here are 10 of our favourite tours in Barbados.
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Cool Runnings Catamaran Tours
Sun, sea, food, drinks and party in one! Also known as “The Rolls Royce of Catamarans” Cool Runnings is our choice for a fun day at sea. Snorkel with turtles and swim with fish over shipwrecks while soaking up the warm Caribbean sun. We recommend the lunch cruise, so you can enjoy one of the finest Bajan buffets while you relax on board. There is also the option for a more romantic sunset cruise. Craggy Nook Guests get 10% off their Cool Runnings Booking.
Rates: Lunch Cruise: Adults $95 USD, Children 4 – 12 $47.50 USD
- Island Safari Tours Barbados
Hop on an open back 4×4 jeep and get ready for a day of adventure off-roading around the beautiful island of Barbados. As you make your way around the island you will make stops at the most spectacular spots across the island like Bathsheba, Cherry Tree Hill and the St. Johns Parish Church. Be sure to have your camera ready as you keep an eye out for Barbados’s famous green monkeys. Island Safari Barbados includes snacks and refreshments on the road followed by a Bajan Buffet lunch with dessert.
Rates: 5.5 hour Tour: Adults $98 USD, Children $65 USD
- Harrisons Cave Tours
Venture beneath the earth to explore the breathtaking Harrisons Cave. Hike through the crystal-like stalagmites and stalactites on an eco-adventure tour or sit back and relax on the tram tour! Learn how our tiny limestone island was formed while surrounded by stunning waterfalls and natural streams. Harrisons cave is an adventure for the whole family!
Rates: 1 hour Tram Tour: Adults $30 USD, Children $15 USD
- Mount Gay Rum Tours
Learn about the history and origins of the world’s oldest rum brand (over 300 years old!) and one of the most popular rums in the world! Step back in time as you learn the process of making rum, ageing it and how the perfect blend is created. Sample a number of blends as you learn to appreciate rum in a whole new way. Mount Gay Rum has a number of tours including a Food and Rum Pairing and a Cocktail Workshop.
Rates: Signature Rum Tasting Tour: $20 USD
- Hunte’s Gardens
Stroll through the lush, magical Hunte’s Gardens found inside a sink-hole-like gully in the middle of Barbados. From the tall palm that are hundreds of years old to the delicate tropical flowers and hummingbirds whizzing around, Hunte’s Gardens will transport you to a place of pure relaxation. Sit back and relax with a cocktail or coffee in hand while surrounded by magic on earth. Look out for the Buddha statue and snap a photo with him for good luck! Be sure to have a fully charged camera, you will have a full album of shots before you leave.
Rates: $15 USD
- Nicholas Abbey Tours
One of the oldest sugar plantation houses in the Caribbean (built in 1658), St. Nicholas Abbey is surrounded by lush gardens overlooking the east coast of the island. Take a tour of the St. Nicholas Abbey rum distillery or simply stroll through the antique furnished plantation house and its stunning gardens. St. Nicholas Abbey is building a railroad track that will take you from the plantation house to Cherry Tree Hill, known for the best view in Barbados. The train tours should begin in 2019 – something exciting to look forward to!
Rates: Adults $23 USD, Children $10 USD
- Harbour Lights Beach Extravaganza and Dinner Show
Enjoy a spectacular dinner show on under the stars on the beach at Harbour Lights. Experience the magic and history of Barbados’ Mother Sally, green monkeys, fire eaters, steel pan, limbo dancers and stilt walkers. After the show, spend the night dancing away to some sweet soca, making it a night to remember! Harbour Lights Beach Extravaganza and Dinner Show tour is one that shouldn’t be missed and is fun for the whole family
Rates: Adults 18+ $92.50 USD, Teens 13-17 $67.50 USD,Children $42.50 USD
- Lickrish Food Tours
Sometimes you need to taste a culture to fully understand it. Wander through the streets of Bridgetown on this guided food tour. Visit popular local markets before making your way to some of the best local food stalls on the island. The signature Lickrish Food Tour has 8 stops where you will learn about the Bajan culture and its history while enjoying local delicacies like fish cakes, barbeque pigtails and corn beef fritters. Fun Fact: Lickrish means greedy with food in Bajan, for example, “Your plate is so full, you lickrish child!”
Rates: Adults $59 USD, Children $49 USD
- Atlantis Submarine Tours
Submerge into the Caribbean Sea for an unforgettable “award-winning” experience. Dive to 150 feet below the surface and explore shipwrecks, and the tropical sea life without getting wet! See how many different types of sea life you can spot and use the charts provided to identify them. Atlantis Submarine is great for kids, seniors or anyone who would like to explore the underwater world without needing to be a strong swimmer.
Rates: Adults $109 USD, Children $57 USD
- Animal Flower Cave
Plan a self-guided island tour and stop at the Animal Flower Cave on the rugged north coast of Barbados. Take a dip in the underground cave pools before enjoying a delicious Bajan lunch with picturesque views overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Be sure to walk with your camera for some stunning silhouette shots in the cave. Afterwards, stop by the local stores for some local treasures or visit the local farm. Animal flower cave is a must-see on the island! If you are lucky, you may spot a whale or two!
Rates: Adults $10.00 USD, Children $5.00 USD
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