Shipwreck Dives in Barbados: 8 Worth the Crossing

1.Barbados Catamaran Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,175 reviews · from $85Our pick

Board El Tigre in Bridgetown for a three- or five-hour west-coast cruise with a maximum of 36 people. Snorkel for 45 minutes with turtles, coral, and tropical fish, then explore a shipwreck. The longer trip adds lunch and a third swim stop. Hotel pickup is offered at select hotels.

“Fabulous time! The crew was great and the experience was so worth it! The snorkeling was fantastic and the food and drink were so great! Would definitely do it again.”

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2.Barbados Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 902 reviews · from $36Best value

Board Tranquility Cruises at Bridgetown’s Careenage for a 90-minute trip to Carlisle Bay. Snorkel around shipwrecks, turtles, rays, fish, and seahorses, or watch from the glass-bottom area. Gear, a drink, showers, restrooms, and a waterslide are included. Pickup is available with the transport option.

“The crew was amazing. We are traveling with our 2 1/2 year old and they ensured he was well taken care of. The shipwreck is quite the view and pretty much a guarantee to see a sea turtle. Highly recommend this adventure.”

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3.Carlisle Bay Turtle and Shipwreck Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 474 reviews · 1h 30m · from $36

Join Tranquility Cruises for a 90-minute Carlisle Bay outing with an English-speaking guide, snorkeling gear, life vest, juice, and a glass-bottom boat view. You will visit turtle and shipwreck sites, with time for fish watching, swimming, and the boat slide. Crew members assist nervous swimmers, though turtle sightings are not guaranteed.

“I would highly recommend this activity and company. The excursion was well organized, crew staff were friendly and fun and ensured safety came first: me and my family of 8 thoroughly enjoyed this excursion. Great value for money and would highly recommend”

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4.2 Hours Turtle Feeding, Shipwreck & Reef Snorkeling Tour Barbados

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 307 reviews · from $65

Join Horizon Boat Tours at Folkestone Marine Park for a two-hour glass-bottom boat trip with turtle snorkeling, a fish-filled wreck, reef viewing, rum punch, and a waterslide. Captains such as Mark, Sean, Rodwin, and Mario lead small groups of up to 20. The tour returns to the same meeting point.

“We followed the instructions provided to us about the meeting place for the tour and arrived 20 minutes ahead of scheduled meeting time. There was another couple who was also on the same trip, which had been provided the same information. We waited for 45 minutes and no one had turned up. Spoke to a number of locals who said yes, the tour was running late, so wait at the yellow lifeguard tower and someone will collect. We were greeted shortly before 11am and walked to the boat. The trip was very pleasant. However, when the trip came to an end, the captain asked to see how tickets. Upon presentation…”

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5.Che’s snorkel cruise! turtles & shipwrecks (semi private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews · from $75

Join Che, Carlton, Kamal, or Kai for a three-hour Barbados snorkel cruise limited to about 10 people. You’ll make two long water stops: a sea-turtle habitat, then shipwrecks and reef filled with fish and rays. Pickup is free in the service zone, and photos, gear, snacks, and drinks are included.

“Che was a wonderful guide. Communication before and after the tour was excellent. We had an amazing experience swimming with the turtles and seeing lots of fish and shipwrecks. The pictures Che shared with us are fantastic. Thank you!”

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6.Harbour Lights-Chair &Turtle Shipwreck Snorkel Tour(10:30-1:30pm)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 185 reviews · from $39

At Harbour Lights in Carlisle Bay, you get a reserved beach chair and umbrella plus a 45-minute Koopa Troopa boat trip to shipwrecks and turtle snorkel sites. Guides such as Elijah and Rasheed are known for helping nervous swimmers. Turtles are possible, not guaranteed, and crowded boats can affect the experience.

“I booked it the night before, and was abit nervous it would all go through as I was in Barbados. When we arrived at the harbour lights all they required was my name. They were expecting us, our names were on the sunbeds. It was so easy to book and we had a fantastic day. Thankyou so much.”

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7.Carlisle Bay Clear Kayak Shipwreck Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 106 reviews · from $53

Paddle a completely clear kayak over Carlisle Bay’s shipwrecks with a guide such as Nicky, Nic, or Nigel. You may spot green and hawksbill turtles, stingrays, starfish, and tropical fish without putting your face in the water. A waterproof phone case, dry bag, bottled water, and beachside rum punch are included.

“Our guide was very helpful. We lost a phone when we got into water and he was able to find it for us. We were thrilled to be United with our phone again.”

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8.Barbados Shore Excursion: Carlisle Bay Turtle & Shipwreck

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 66 reviews · from $48

From Bridgetown’s cruise terminal, take a 90-minute boat trip into Carlisle Bay. You’ll make two roughly 25-minute water stops, one at a shipwreck and one at a turtle-feeding area. Snorkel gear, a drink, washrooms, a shower, glass-bottom viewing, and a waterslide are included. Crew member Ron has been especially helpful with young swimmers.

“So much fun. Such a chill vibe. They have thought of everything with this beach i.e. Wi-Fi, food, beach chairs, snorkeling, everything. Definitely recommend this excursion.”

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