Activities
Activites
The West Coast of Barbados is a hive of activity where one thing is for certain, you will never be bored!
We've complied some of our tried and tested favourites, from rum tasting to swimming with turtles, so dive in and start planning your dream vacation.
Island Safari - tour the beautiful island of Barbados with a knowledgeable local guide. Choose from one of their 3 packages; Adventure Safari, Discovery Safari or Tailor Made Safari. Food and drink is included as well as pick up and drop off back at your villa. Great fun for all!
Rascals Water Park - a beach restaurant and bar with inflatable water park, Rascals is the largest Aqua Park in the world! A really great way to spend the day for the whole family, the course is designed for adults and children alike.
Boat trips - there’s a variety of experiences available to you in Barbados, if you’d like to get out on the crystal clear Carribean water.
For high end luxury see www.seaducedbarbados.com
For brilliant catamaran cruises see www.tiamicatamaransbarbados.com
For turtle spotting and snorkelling see www.eltigrecruises.com
Rum tasting - discover the best of Barbados’ rum culture with a trip to the Mount Gay Rum visitors centre. Visit the factory and learn all about the process before sampling some speciality rums!
Harrion’s Cave - travel through the stunning crystalline limestone caverns and enjoy a whole days worth of activities at the Eco-Adventure Park. Visitors can enjoy the 'Monkey Zipline', 'Gully Challenge Course', and immerse in local heritage with the 'Mount Gay Rum Experience'. Nature trails, bird aviaries, and a pool offer diverse ways to explore and relax.
There are many companies to book through, we recommend checking out www.chucka.com
Hiking - whether you’re an avid hiker looking for an invigorating trail or would prefer a less strenuous stroll to take in the beauty of the island, you’re guaranteed to find a breathtaking route that’s right up your street!
We recommend joining the Facebook group ‘Hike Barbados’ for top tips and recommendation. Here you’ll find the latest information on guided group hikes.
Yoga - Enjoy yoga with renowned yoga therapist Pamela Harris in nearby Holetown, where you can join a class (great value) or enjoy 1-1 sessions at her studio or in the privacy of the villa. Pamela even offers sunrise sessions on the beach, what a way to start the day!
Hunte’s Garden - The most enchanting place on earth. A picturesque sanctuary, blending nature with art. An incredible garden in what was previously a sinkhole billions of years ago, created by visionary horticulturist, Anthony Hulme, B.C.H.
See www.huntesgardens-barbados.com
Golf - Tee-off on world renowned golf courses!
Royal Westmoreland boasts a par 72, 7,045 yard course designed by the acclaimed Robert Trent-Jones Jr. You'll find a mixture of challenging holes on a course that is as enjoyable as it is challenging.
See www.royalwestmoreland.com/estate/golf/
At Sandy Lane, you'll find two 18-hole championship courses, the 'Green Monkey' and the 'Country Club', both designed by Tom Fazio, as well as their 9-hole resort course, 'Old Nine'.
See www.sandylane.com/barbados-golf
