Shipwreck & Wreck Dives Tours in the Caribbean: 15 on the Shortlist

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.Antilla Shipwreck and Catalina Bay Snorkel Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 453 reviews · from $79

Join Red Sail Aruba at Palm Beach for a three-hour catamaran trip to calm Catalina Bay and the Antilla shipwreck. You’ll get gear, instruction, snacks, and an open bar. Crew members such as Lizzy, Dennis, Junior, Kevin, and Rowy are praised for keeping the mood fun and helping nervous swimmers feel at ease.

“They had to cancel on us because the boat had a malfunction, I would like to request a refund please.”

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5.2 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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6.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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7.3HR Emerald reef snorkeling, iguana island and shipwreck tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 247 reviews · from $125

Join Caribbean Cruisin for a three-hour outing from Leeward Marina to Emerald Reef, the La Famille Express shipwreck, and Little Water Cay, known as Iguana Island. Guides such as Vequel and DeWayne provide gear help, refreshments, and local commentary. Expect a small group of up to 12, with hotel transport available for an additional $20 per person.

“Big show and Viguel took very good care of us! At first I was scared of the mini tides in the water for snorkeling but they made sure I felt comfortable enough to go in the water. They also took us to Noah’s ark which was so fun! And the sandwiches and fruits were so fresh and good ! If you were hesitant don’t be! It’s a fun experience.”

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8.Shipwreck Adventure in Providenciales

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 233 reviews

You’ll ride a Jet Ski from Leeward Marina across Providenciales’ turquoise water to La Famille Express, a rusted Soviet-era cargo ship. Guides such as CJ help first-timers get comfortable and often take photos and videos. The trip lasts about an hour and may include Long Bay, Iguana Island, or a sandbar when sea conditions change the route.

“The tour guide was awesome he took me to the shipwreck and iguana island overall worth the money and jet skiing in the middle of the ocean was so much fun”

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9.Private First-Time Dive on Aruba’s Reef and Wreck Site

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 192 reviews · from $120

You’ll learn the basics of scuba with a private instructor such as Alan, Ray, or Pauline, then practice in shallow water before exploring Aruba’s reef and a shipwreck to a maximum of 40 feet. The three-hour session suits first-timers and rusty certified participants, with pickup available and a group limit of four.

“Alan was great. Private dive worth every penny. Highly recommend this team. Very attentive, pick up/ drop off.”

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10.Abandoned Shipwreck Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 190 reviews

Ride from Mako Watersports to the La Famille Express shipwreck, about two miles offshore. Your guide may add Iguana Island, Pine Key, Noah’s Ark, sea turtles, or nearby coves when conditions and time allow. Chris, Beeps, Bebo, Joe, and Ernest are among the guides praised for friendly, personal service. Each ski carries up to two people.

“Fun! But we couldn't get on the shipwreck which was disappointing. It was just my wife and I on a ski with our guide. He did very good to accommodate us. He took us to a special , semi remote island after checking out the shipwreck. That was pretty neat just in itself. We did see quite a few nurse sharks on our way to the island. They were only in about 5 ft of water. Very cool!”

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11.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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12.Shipwreck Snorkel in Bermuda

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 180 reviews · from $105

From Royal Naval Dockyard, you’ll cruise to Bermuda’s offshore reef with a professional crew, then snorkel around the Constellation and Montana shipwrecks. Mask, fins, and flotation gear are supplied. Captains such as Gaby, Kirk, Sinclair, and Ravi are known for sharing island stories and adjusting the route when sea conditions change.

“We lucked out on this snorkel tour. There were only 11 people on board and 6 of them were in my family. The 3 staff members were great. We loved the snorkel spot and we all had a great time.”

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13.Jet Ski Shipwreck and Private Island Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 150 reviews

Ride a provided jet ski from My Girl Ferry at Walkins Marina to a shipwreck and secluded islands near Providenciales. Your guide may include spots such as Iguana Island, Pine Cay, private beaches, or Noah’s Ark floating bar when time and conditions allow. The listed tour lasts about one hour, with longer options appearing available through the operator.

“Great service! Awesome tour guide! Highly recommend!! Better than the rest of the other jet ski companies!”

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14.Antilla Shipwreck Seabob Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · from $120

From Arashi Beach, you’ll learn to operate a jet-powered Seabob and glide over reefs toward the 1940 Antilla shipwreck. Guides Tony, Alex, and Richard lead small groups of up to 15, with stops at Boca Catalina and Tres Trapi for fish, turtles, squid, octopus, and starfish. Hotel or port pickup, gear, and water are included.

“11/10 experience! Got to see some cool fish and turtles; and the ship wreck was neat. Would do again and recommend to anyone. Tony, our tour guide was awesome, he was very knowledgeable on the area and made this excursion that much better. So much fun!”

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15.Banana Adventure Catamaran Shipwreck Snorkel and Turtle Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 110 reviews · from $65

Spend about three hours aboard Banana Adventure’s catamaran from Hadicurari Pier. You’ll snorkel the Antilla shipwreck and Tres Trapi, with crew such as Captain Sean, Captain Cuba, Benjamin, Mussa, or JJ helping with safety and turtle spotting. Lunch, open-bar drinks, gear, shaded seating, and a rope swing are included.

“We had a great catamaran/ snorkel with Shawn & Mussa! We booked the morning trip & got a private ride with just our family. The crew was very informative, safety oriented and attentive to all our needs. Skip the packed tour everyone recommends & stretch out with fewer strangers & great crew on this hidden gem 😉”

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