Top Caribbean Unique Experiences

Exploring a new food and drink scene can be overwhelming—especially when you don’t know where to go or what’s authentic. This guided rum and food walking tour removes the guesswork by taking you straight to trusted local spots in downtown Nassau. Sample traditional flavors and learn the stories behind them, craft your own cocktail, and learn how Caribbean rum is made at a historic distillery.

Discover the historic legacy of Puerto Rico’s rum industry and Bacardi, its most famous brand, during this exploration of Bacardi Rum Factory (Casa Bacardi). Learn the origins of this rum-making powerhouse and its transformation from fledgling distillery into a globally renowned rum brand. Also enjoy a welcome rum cocktail, a trolley ride at the center, and have time to shop for souvenirs at the on-site Bacardi Shop after.

Maximize your time on Grand Turk without the stress of navigating—this guided open-air tram tour takes you to all of the highlights. Cover the island’s top locations in just a couple of hours while a guide brings local history to life. Visit key landmarks, including museums, historic churches, the old prison, and the island’s famous salt ponds. The tour finishes in Cockburn Town with time for shopping and a stop at the Grand Turk Lighthouse.

Explore Aruba’s underwater world aboard the US Coast Guard–certified Atlantis Submarine. Suitable for all ages, this unique attraction dives to depths of 130 feet (40 meters) in the Caribbean Sea for a close look at shipwrecks and marine life in the Barcadera Reef. The trip on Aruba’s Atlantis Submarine provides spacious, air-conditioned comfort while keeping you dry while underwater.

Enjoy a taste of the Caribbean during a cocktail-making master-class at Casa Bacardí, the Puerto Rican home of Bacardí rum. Discover the secrets of this world-famous rum as you peek behind the scenes on a distillery tour, sip a complimentary welcome cocktail, then learn to make iconic cocktails from the Bacardí history with a demonstration from an expert mixologist.

Among the many fun activities you can enjoy in the Bahamas, swimming with pigs must be one of the most unusual options. This half-day tour on Grand Bahama Island includes the opportunity to splash in the Caribbean Sea with the resident wild pigs, as well as time to enjoy the gorgeous scenery of Crystal Beach, and have lunch (own expense). Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Explore Willemstad in a Tuk Tuk in the company of your own chauffeur guide. Enjoy the flexibility to customize your itinerary with stops at landmarks that interest you. Visit cultural sites like the governor's palace, focus on seeking out examples of colonial architecture, hit up the chic shopping streets, or head to the beach for a dip in the azure waters.

Get a taste for the flavor and culture of Puerto Rico and eat like a true local on this small-group Old San Juan food tour featuring several eateries. Join your guide for a culinary exploration of island staples like plantains and sofrito, all with the cobblestone streets and colorful facades of the city’s oldest neighborhood as your backdrop. Your tour includes an alcoholic beverage or non-alcoholic substitute if you prefer.

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.

Experience the 'Real Caribbean Life' on our VIP Gastronomic Tour. Starting with a convenient port pickup, we head to the rural countryside to explore authentic villages. Visit a traditional mountain kitchen to witness 'Creole cuisine' and enjoy organic coffee, chocolate, and tea tastings. Explore lush plantations of bananas and seasonal fruits like mango and watermelon. Experience a unique tasting of fresh sugar cane juice (guarapo), coconut water, and the legendary Mamajuana. In the city, stroll through the iconic Umbrella and Pink Streets to admire Victorian architecture. We include a special stop at 'Casa de la Empanada' for a local treat. Your guide then leads a curated food crawl through hand-picked restaurants to enjoy authentic Dominican dishes (at your own expense). This flexibility allows you to explore at your own pace and budget. We conclude the day relaxing at a stunning local beach. A perfect blend of nature, history, and flavors!

Raise a glass of Puerto Rico’s finest rum during this tasting session at San Juan’s world-famous Casa BACARDI. Taste the diverse styles of rums in the BACARDI family as you sample a range of vintages, including reserve bottles not sold anywhere else, to learn about aroma, flavor, and finish. It also includes one welcome cocktail, Pavilion views, and time to visit the on-site gift shop.

Explore the vibrant landscapes of Punta Cana on an exciting 4- to 5-hour guided adventure combining buggies and ATV. Start at the Buggies Ranch in Bavaria, where you will receive safety instructions before enjoying an adrenaline-filled tour of rural roads and tropical landscapes. Cool off with a dip in the crystal clear waters of Cenote Taino Cave, and then immerse yourself in Dominican culture by visiting a typical house, where you will learn about coffee, cocoa and tobacco production, with tastings included. End your day at picturesque Macau Beach, perfect for relaxing and taking unforgettable photos. 4–5 hour guided buggy and ATV adventure in Punta Cana Swimming in the crystal clear waters of Cenote Taino Cave Cultural experience in a typical Dominican house with tastings Relax on the golden sand of Playa Macau after your adrenaline-filled tour

Explore the underwater world off the coast of Bermuda while wearing a Hartley diving helmet. During this 3.5-hour eco-tour, don the specialized helmet and climb down the ladder of the fully-equipped glass bottom boat, then simply walk around on the ocean floor. Delight in this unusual underwater activity, which is easier than snorkeling or scuba diving and more interactive. Spend 30-40 minutes traipsing around the sea's sandy bottom, getting a close look at the vividly colored coral reefs. Use of all equipment, including wet suits, is included. Hotel pickup and drop-off not included.

Take the whole family on a tour of Santo Domingo city that’s unlike any other because it's sole focus is chocolate. On this brief tour, learn about the chocolate-making process, appreciate the ingredients that go into making delectable treats, and even some taste cacao beans, too. A small group ensures an intimate atmosphere and personalized attention from your guide.

Seeing Aruba’s wild side on your own is difficult without the right vehicle or local knowledge. This full-day off-road safari solves that by taking you across the island in a rugged 4WD Land Cruiser to places most tours can’t reach, including Arikok National Park, the Natural Pool, and Baby Beach in one trip. Stop at key landmarks, swim and snorkel with gear provided, and enjoy a homemade BBQ lunch—all without worrying about routes, equipment, or logistics.

Visit St. Lucia Distillers for a behind-the-scenes tour and tasting on this excursion from Castries. Learn about how sugarcane is turned into rum from your local tour guide, then enjoy tasting some of the over 25 rums that the distillery produces, including treats like white rum and flavored rum creams. On the round-trip drive (offered from select hotels,) enjoy views of Marigot Bay and the area's verdant banana plantations.

This tour is pure fun, contact with nature and an authentic way to get to know the real side of Punta Cana. It’s not just driving a buggy, it’s getting a little dirty, laughing a lot and enjoying landscapes that don’t appear in tourist brochures. It is a relaxed, joyful and perfect experience to share with family, friends or partner.

Race walk your way through Philipsburg with a team of fellow travelers during this unique 3-hour activity. Complete challenges, solve clues and learn about the history of the island along the way. Visit historic sites, taste the local cuisine and even go for a short swim in the ocean, following the specialized map made just for your adventure. The tour includes approximately 2.5 miles (4km) of walking throughout town; participants of all fitness levels are welcome.

Learn to surf on the beaches of Punta Cana during a small-group lesson capped at two or three students. Whether you're a novice or experienced surfer, your instructor can customize the lesson to best suit your needs and target specific areas to help improve your technique. Your lesson includes gear and hotel pickup and drop-off. Plus, choose from morning or afternoon times to easily fit it into your schedule.

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.

Discover the art, science, and history of cigars on a 1.5-hour tour of Graycliff Cigar Company in Nassau. Learn to sort, clean, store, and roll a cigar like Graycliff’s torcedors, or professional cigar rollers, get tips on how to smoke like a connoisseur, then sample a flight of handpicked rums from around the world.

Travel to the scenic southern coast of Jamaica on this all-day rum tasting tour from Ocho Rios. Visit the Appleton Estate, one of the oldest distilleries on the island, to see the copper pot stills, which give the rum a distinct flavor. Sample different varieties of rum as you enjoy a tour of the distillery. Plus, bring some home as a souvenir.

Immerse yourself in the art and science of the chocolate-making process during this tour of Nassau's Graycliff Chocolatier. Follow a guide through the chocolate factory to see where the confections are processed, from bean to bar. Continue in the classroom, where you will learn how to make your own chocolate bar to take home. All tastings included.