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Discover the vibrant underwater world of Barbados with a thrilling day of snorkeling, scuba diving, and more. Glide through crystal-clear waters, explore colorful coral reefs, and uncover historic shipwrecks teeming with marine life. Enjoy the excitement of sea scooters, paddle boards and clear kayaks, all while basking in the sun on a fully equipped pontoon boat. With an expert crew dedicated to your safety and enjoyment, this experience promises unforgettable moments on the Caribbean Sea.

Get the most from rural Barbados on a private tour that gives you optimum choice with the bonus of a driver-guide’s recommendations. Plan your sightseeing with your guide’s help and settle into a comfortable private vehicle to experience the island’s country and coastal attractions. Alternatively, follow the recommended itinerary to ensure you cover Barbados’ natural highlights such as Bathsheba and Hunte’s Gardens, and also stop for shopping and lunch (own expense). Hotel or cruise port pickup and drop-off are included.

Some sailing excursions in Barbados can be crowded experiences; avoid that uncomfortable feeling on this catamaran cruise, which sails with just a small number of passengers. After jumping into the water to swim and snorkel, enjoy the open bar, snacks, and Bajan buffet lunch as you cruise the coastline.

Barbados is known for its rum. While you could explore the island's many rum shops independently, this guided tour ensures you have the best experience by taking you to a rum distillery, to find out about the production process, and to the Mount Gay Visitor Centre to taste the varied flavors.

Immerse yourself in the legacy of Barbados rum at the historic West Indies Rum Distillery, which was founded in 1893 by George Stade. Visit the world's oldest surviving pot still and walk the grounds of the Distiller’s Vault, which contains decades-old recipes, blueprints, and more. Of course, enjoy a tasting straight from the barrel and sample four rums on a scenic beach look-out deck.

Exploring Barbados’s best snorkeling spots on your own can be hit-or-miss and difficult to reach from shore. This catamaran cruise along the island’s west coast takes you directly to the top snorkeling sites aboard a spacious 60-foot (18-meter) catamaran, with two or three swim stops—that may even include a shipwreck. Snorkel among tropical fish and coral reefs—you may even spot sea turtles—with all the sailing handled for you.

Group tours lack the flexibility to adapt the itinerary to each participant's interests. Choose to visit just the parts of Barbados that interest you on this private tour. Travel at your own pace along a route specially created for you. Get the chance to ask questions, stop to take photos, or linger at the places that most appeal to you.

Your journey begins with a visit to the Cricket Legends of Barbados Museum, where exhibits, memorabilia, and storytelling bring the island’s legendary players and West Indies cricket history to life. Guests then continue to the iconic Kensington Oval for a guided experience at one of the Caribbean’s most historic cricket grounds, learning how Barbados helped shape the legacy of cricket across the region and beyond. From there, the experience transitions into a lively walking food and culture tour through Bridgetown. Beginning near Pelican Village, guests explore the bustling atmosphere of Cheapside Market while discovering local traditions, everyday Barbadian life. Along the route guests enjoy curated local food tastings, cultural commentary, and opportunities to interact with the sights, sounds, and flavors that make Bridgetown unique. The experience continues through Bridgetown’s commercial district with free time for duty-free shopping before concluding at Agapey Chocolate Factory

Go around the entire island in just a few hours with this small-group guided sightseeing tour. Stop at must-see sights like the Speightstown Mural and the colonial architecture of UNESCO-listed capital of Bridgetown. Includes a local lunch at beautiful Bathsheba Beach and pickup from your hotel or vacation rental.

See what Barbados was like back in the 17th century as you explore St. Nicholas Abbey on a self-guided tour. Make your own way to the abbey and walk through the Great House to see several artifacts from the Amerindian settlement through colonial times. Then, visit the artisan distillery where you can see how rum is made from can to bottle.

Capture stunning moments with the Bamboo Raft Drone Photoshoot in beautiful Barbados. This unique experience offers individuals a 30-minute session where a skilled drone photographer will snap breathtaking aerial shots while you relax on a bamboo raft in crystal-clear waters. Enjoy creative guidance during your shoot, ensuring you look your best. Afterward, receive five edited, high-resolution photos perfect for sharing on social media. Ideal for singles, couples, or groups, this photoshoot is a memorable way to document your vacation in paradise. Please note this is NOT a bamboo tour or excursion. You will only be taking photos on the bamboo

You can experience Barbados exactly how you want to when you embark on this private and personalized adventure across Barbados, complete with your own team of guides. Whether you dream of exploring River Bay, St Lucy, or uncovering the secrets of East Point, St Philip, your drivers are there to guide you every step of the way. Enjoy total flexibility and convenience as you explore the island's hidden gems.

Watch a local craftsman insert a flower into a solid piece of glass using a torch; a complimentary keepsake is given after each demonstration. Limited to 40 guests per week.

Uncover the magnificent contrasts of the island's geography on the ultimate cave and canopy excursion. Ride an electric tram through the deep underground tunnels of Harrison's Cave before walking the peaceful, exotic pathways of Hunte's Gardens. - Glide effortlessly through subterranean chambers past crystal-clear pools and towering stalactites on a guided tram. - Stroll through an ornately manicured tropical paradise built inside a dramatic, collapsed limestone sinkhole. - Gain rich insights into local geological history from a dedicated, knowledgeable cave specialist. - Travel stress-free with air-conditioned shared shuttle pickups from your hotel or Airbnb accommodation

This private tour teaches you all about Barbados’s famous rum, and you’ll have samples, too. Your guide will take care of the logistics, so you and your group just need to enjoy the places you visit and the beverages you try. Check out St. Nicholas Abbey and Cherry Tree Hill, visit Mount Gay Visitor Center to learn all about the famous Mount Gay Rum, and much more.

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The railway is an authentic steam experience with historic locomotives and traditional open air carriages allowing comfortable travel across the plantation.

This unique tour has options for train journey only or combining it with the Great House and Distillery tour giving visitors a shorter train ride while still experiencing the enjoyment of the plantation and guided tours of the house and distillery.

Spend the day enjoying the sun, sand, and sea in Carlisle Bay—and benefit from hassle-free logistics—on this half-day Barbados shore excursion. This beach outing includes a boat and snorkeling cruise, where you can observe tropical fish, sea horses, turtles, octopus, and much more. Then, head to a beach club where a lounger, umbrella, and a welcome drink are waiting. Round-trip shuttle transportation from the cruise port is provided.

Explore the southern town of Oistins and learn about its fishing industry on this guided small-group tour. Visit the jetty, famous fish market, and various craft vendors. Along the way, sample fresh Bajan fish-based dishes at three different stops. At the end, stop at Miami Beach to enjoy views of the town’s coastline.

Barbados is the quintessential Caribbean paradise, but many visitors don’t even leave their resort. This full-day sightseeing tour crams all the best bits into one circular tour of the island. Explore the capital of Bridgetown; visit seafront towns such as Oistins, Speightstown, and Holetown; enjoy lunch overlooking North Point; and see the beaches of Bathsheba, Miami, and Foul Bay. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Your heritage lunch and tour is your chance to immerse yourself in an authentically Barbadian experience that pays tribute to the complex history of the island while allowing you to enjoy a positive, adaptive reuse of an historical space. Every guest will be able to appreciate the blend of the culture, gastronomy and beauty of the island in this unique space.

Simplify seeing Barbados's highlights and skip the planning overwhelm with this private sightseeing tour. Avoid the hassle of researching and instead tell your guide what types of sites you want to visit, or get suggestions based on your interests. Customize your own sightseeing itinerary to include destinations such as Harrison's Cave, Hunte's Gardens, St. Nicholas Abbey, or Barbados Wildlife Reserve.

Pre-booking for Barbados’ St. Nicholas Abbey Heritage Railway means you’ll save time during your vacation and secure your train journey for your preferred time slot. During the narrated ride around the abbey grounds, admire the 17th-century Great House, plantation fields, woodlands and spectacular Atlantic views from Cherry Tree Hill. Get more from your experience by upgrading to a Great House and Rail combo that includes a tour of the house, museum and rum distillery all capped by a rum tasting.