We know Barbados island intimately and its ready to let you in on all the secrets that paradise has to offer with our own hand-picked adventures. From deep-sea fishing and dolphin encounters…
We know Barbados island intimately and its ready to let you in on all the secrets that paradise has to offer with our own hand-picked adventures. From deep-sea fishing and dolphin encounters, to catamaran sails, canopy tours, mountain biking, and dune buggy off-roading excursions, we can’t wait to show you the real Caribbean, far off the beaten path, endlessly exhilarating and always spectacular
Diving
More than two-dozen dive sites lie along the west coast between Maycocks Bay and Bridgetown and off the south coast as far as the St. Lawrence Gap. Certified divers can explore flat coral reefs and see dramatic sea fans, huge barrel sponges, and more than 50 varieties of fish. Divers regularly explore nine sunken wrecks, and at least 10 more are accessible to experts. Underwater visibility is generally 80 to 90 feet. The calm waters along the west coast are also ideal for snorkeling. The marine reserve, a stretch of protected reef between Sandy Lane and the Colony Club, contains beautiful coral formations accessible from the beach.
Surfing
The best surfing is at the east coast’s Bathsheba Soup Bowl, where the Barbados Independence Pro competition is held each November, but note that the island’s windward (Atlantic) side is safe only for the most experienced surfers. Surfers also congregate at Surfer’s Point, at the southern tip of Barbados near Inch Marlow, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea.
Kitesurfing and Windsufring
Part of windsurfing’s World Cup circuit, Barbados is a prime windsurfing spot. Winds are strongest November through April at Silver Sands–Silver Rock Beach, on the southern tip, where the Barbados Windsurfing Championships are held in mid-January. Windsurfing boards and equipment, as well as instruction, are often available at larger hotels and sometimes can be rented by nonguests. Kiteboarding is more difficult, requiring several hours of instruction to reach proficiency; Silver Sands is about the only location in Barbados with kiteboarding equipment and instruction.
Fishing
Fishing is a year-round activity in Barbados, but prime time is January through April, when game fish are in season. Whether you’re a serious deep-sea fisher looking for marlin, sailfish, tuna, and other billfish or you prefer angling in calm coastal waters where wahoo, barracuda, and other small fish reside, you can choose from a variety of half- or full-day charters departing from the Careenage in Bridgetown
Horseriding
Since the colonial days of 1845, the fabled Garrison Savannah has been the home to the sport of kings in Barbados. From January to April, May to August and October to December take part the Barbados Turf Club races.Garrison offers several options for watchiing the races: from the Grandstand, Field Stand, Sir John Chandler Stand or with a little luck from one of the luxurious Corporate Boxes.The Barbados Gold Cup is a prestigious horse race in the Caribbean since 1982. Every March, some of the best horses from the Caribbean, United States and Canada have come to stake their claim to the cup on the historic 6 furlongs track in St. Michael Parish.
Golf
The promise of perfect weather, gentle trade winds and some of the finest golf courses in the world make Barbados an idyllic destination for golfers year-round.Smartly designed and expertly manicured and maintained, each course plays into the beautiful, natural surroundings of the island and offers an enjoyable and unique challenge to golfers of any ability. Most Golf courses are on the west coast.
Polo
Today Polo in Barbados is a popular sport, played by international teams to a local home crowd and their supporters who visit with them, to a loyal local crowd of polo enthusiasts and tourists. Many overseas visitors now enjoy watching polo while on their Barbados holidays.
Sailing
Nature’s bounty has blessed Barbados with excellent weather, calm seas and steady breezes, making sailing off Barbados “just beyond your imagination “You can charter large catamarans and yachts for guided sailing tours down the scenic west coast of Barbados, gliding gently through the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea as the steady winds fill the sails. Relax on board a catamaran and watch the beautiful coastline of Barbados slip by. Then drop anchor in a quiet bay for a swim in the crystal clear waters, followed by a sumptuous Barbados lunch!
Many Barbados catamaran cruises also include a stop to swim with friendly sea turtles…Whether you’re looking for a quiet sail down the coast of Barbados, an exciting water sports adventure, or a romantic sunset cruise, you’ll find sailing in Barbados to be simply delightful. You can join a scheduled cruise or customise your own personal sailing tour.
Hiking
Hike Barbados takes you through cane fields, gullies, tropical forests and coastal communities to explore the unique geological and social structure of Barbados. Along the way you will meet new friends, enjoy healthy exercise and observe the delicate balance of the unique heritage and environment of Barbados.
