Top Bridgetown Water Tours

Increase your chances of discovering marine life beneath the waters of Carlisle Bay on this group boat trip from Bridgetown. Enjoy an activity package that includes hotel pickup and drop-off, snorkeling equipment, and an on-board crew. Whether you want to get in the water to swim among tropical fish, stingrays, seahorses, turtles, and shipwrecks, or view it from a glass-bottom viewing area, enjoy relaxing out on the sea.

Admire the white-sand beaches and tropical scenery of Barbados from the water on a catamaran tour that takes you to some epic snorkel spots. With numbers limited to 12 people, there’s plenty of room to relax on deck and enjoy a Bajan buffet lunch and an open bar featuring soft and alcoholic drinks. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Looking for a more personal alternative to crowded boat tours? Join us aboard Princess Aurora for a shared charter experience that combines adventure, relaxation, and exceptional service. With limited guest numbers, you'll enjoy a comfortable and intimate atmosphere while exploring Barbados' beautiful coastline. Your experience includes scenic cruising and guided snorkeling at stunning locations such as Carlisle Bay, Holetown Marine Park, and other picturesque coastal spots. Swim alongside sea turtles, tropical fish, tarpon, and other fascinating marine life in crystal-clear waters. Whether you're an experienced swimmer or trying snorkeling for the first time, our friendly crew is on hand to provide guidance and support, ensuring everyone feels safe and comfortable. Enjoy refreshing drinks, light snacks, great music, and breathtaking views as you create unforgettable memories with fellow travelers.

Experience life under the Caribbean Sea on the Atlantic Submarine! On your 40-minute journey, you’ll be submerged to depths of over 100 feet (30 meters), passing vibrant corals, tropical fish, and a sunken shipwreck. Your expert co-pilot will explain facts about the marine life and reef while you descend into the ocean. This is a unique opportunity to see the deep sea, usually only accessible to scuba divers, within a safe, dry vessel.

“Don’t want to be part of the large groups or be on a 5-hour-long boat ride?” Step aboard Princess Aurora for a private charter experience designed for your group of up to 7 guests. Cruise the stunning coastal waters of Barbados while enjoying refreshing drinks, light snacks, and unforgettable ocean views. Each charter includes scenic cruising and guided snorkeling at beautiful locations including Carlisle Bay, Holetown Marine Park, and other hidden coastal gems. Guests often encounter sea turtles, tarpon, colorful tropical fish, and other marine life. Our guides also strive to assist non-swimmers and less confident swimmers so everyone can enjoy the experience comfortably. This is more than a boat tour — it’s a personalized experience curated around your group’s vibe. From the Bluetooth playlist to the cruise itinerary, you’re in control. Whether you want relaxation, adventure, or celebration, our goal is simple: create unforgettable memories you’ll want to relive again and again.

Some cruises can feel crowded and anything but relaxing—but this small-group catamaran adventure is capped at a limited number of guests, creating an intimate, laidback atmosphere from start to finish. Departing from Bridgetown, sail along Barbados’ beautiful coastline with time to snorkel, swim, or simply stretch out and soak up the sun. With breakfast, lunch, and drinks included, there’s nothing to plan or pack—just step aboard and enjoy a day on the water.

There is no better place to spend a beach day than Barbados! Enjoy the silky white sands and turquoise waters of beautiful Carlisle Bay. Your package includes a reserved beach chair and shared umbrella until 5:00 pm, plus complimentary shuttle transfers to and from your accommodation. Carlisle Bay Marine Park is home to six shipwrecks and colorful marine life, including sea turtles, starfish, sand dollars and stingrays, making it a fantastic spot to swim and explore. Savvy On The Bay offers a beach bar, gardens, food truck park, washrooms, outdoor showers and pickleball courts (reservation and payment required). Stay late for a spectacular sunset, generally between 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm, with live entertainment. Dine beachfront at Eden or enjoy the Food Truck Park. Meals are not included. Return shuttles: 11:10 am, 1:10 pm, 3:20 pm, 5:20 pm, 7:00 pm, 8:30 pm, 10:00 pm. Hotels over 12 km away are serviced Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays only.

Explore the shipwrecks in Barbados' Carlisle Bay, and improve your chances of seeing native marine life on this group glass-bottom boat tour. Enjoy the opportunity to go snorkeling in select, shallow spots, and relax on deck with a shared beach chair and umbrella. Well-suited for travelers looking to take a break from land and unwind out on the water.

Get a comprehensive overview of Barbados on this full-day tour that takes travelers from coast to coast. Listen to commentary from a guide on the history and culture of Barbados while traveling all over the island. Since all transportation is provided, this tour eliminates the hassle of renting a car and puzzling over directions. Highlights include Speightstown, Holetown, North Point, Bathsheba, and lunch at Sand Dunes.

Combine some of Barbados' top attractions on a single half-day tour. Take a tram tour through Harrison's Cave, then enjoy some beach time at Carlisle Bay. Hop on a boat ride in Carlisle Bay, where you can swim in the local sea turtles' habitat.

Bolador Tours is a family owned Barbadian business offering personalised cruises. The 57 ft catamaran is unique as it was designed and built by a Barbadian as a performance catamaran. Its layout is spacious with lots of seating along with two large netted areas for relaxation and sun bathing. We limit the number of guests aboard which allows the Captain and crew to interact with everyone allowing them to share interesting facts about the island. The tour includes: Swimming with the turtles Snorkelling over the shipwrecks Bajan-styled buffet lunch Open Bar The tour balances adventure with relaxation, offering time to simply sail, relax on board, and enjoy island life. Crew members are available to assist with gear, provide safety guidance along with information about the area and marine life. The aim is to make the guests' day with us the most memorable day of their holiday! Come join us!

Prebook for a catamaran cruise off Barbados to secure your place and save time on vacation. Then, on the day, absorb the views and breezes as you sail along the coast. Stop to snorkel at a shipwreck, swim in waters known for sea turtles, and drop anchor to relax on deck, on the sands, or in turquoise waters. A buffet lunch, open bar, and pickup and drop-off at select hotels included.

The vibrant coral reefs and exotic marine life of Barbados are even more spectacular by night. On this tour, hop aboard the Atlantis Submarine and discover the wonders of the ocean on a thrilling nocturnal tour. Reaching depths of up to 150 feet (46 meters), you’ll have chance to spot rare nocturnal marine life, admire the illuminated corals, and see what happens underwater after-dark. Finally, celebrate your return to land with a cocktail reception.

Swap the crowds on land for the calm late-afternoon waters off Bridgetown on this sunset sail. Snack on canapes, sip drinks from a premium bar, and make two snorkel stops—where you are likely to see turtles and tropical fish—then enjoy the golden spectacle of the sun setting into the Caribbean Sea. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included between Speightstown and Oistins. Children under four are not permitted.

Maximize your time in Barbados with a full-day itinerary that includes historic landmarks, UNESCO-listed monuments, and tropical beaches. Stroll along Bathsheba Beach, visit the Morgan Lewis Windmill, St. John's Church, and the Garrison Historic Area, and even drive past Rihanna’s old house. During the second part of the day, cruise on Carlisle Bay to swim with wild sea turtles and snorkel at a shipwreck. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Add glamour to your Barbados vacation and experience crowd-free island views you can’t replicate unless you're on an expensive private charter with this deluxe, shared-group cataraman cruise. Settle aboard a skippered catamaran and drink in the views over the palm-fringed coast on route. Sip a glass of prosecco, swim and snorkel around sea turtles and a fish-filled shipwreck; and savor a gourmet lunch before sailing back.