Snorkeling Trips in Barbados: 15 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 Catamaran Turtle Snorkel with Lunch and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,396 reviews · from $110

Spend about five hours aboard a small-group catamaran off Barbados, with hotel pickup, snorkel gear, turtle and shipwreck stops, a Bajan buffet, snacks, and an open bar. The crew, including captains such as Colin and Graham, helps nervous swimmers in the water. Expect a relaxed coastal cruise with a lively party edge.

“The transfer to the catamaran was 50 mins late collecting us I had to chase as was ignoring me on the app and also Viator. This cost me additional costs on my mobile and no customer service afterwards . Once at the catamaran was advised sorry he had cancelled us not very good The actual catamaran was fun but it somewhat ruined a good day Would not recommend”

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3.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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4.Catamaran Tour with Snorkeling and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 857 reviews · 5 hours · from $115

Sail from Bridgetown along Barbados’ west coast aboard El Tigre, a classic catamaran with a friendly English-speaking crew. You’ll snorkel with sea turtles and around shipwrecks, enjoy a hot buffet lunch and open bar, and have help in the water from guides such as Captain Ryan, Winston, Wayne, and Glenn. Bring swimwear and a towel.

“We had a great day. Crew were fantastic. Rum punch flowed all day. Food was really good. Saw turles which is always a highlight. Some big fish too. I didn’t snorkel to the ship wreck as had too much rum punch! A well organised trip from start to finish. Vincent even got the whole boat to sing Happy Birthday to our daughter…she is still getting over the embarassment! Highly recommend this trip. Thanks guys x”

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5.Barbados Shore Excursion Snorkel cruise and Beach Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 441 reviews · from $58

Ride from Barbados’ cruise port to Carlisle Bay for a 90-minute boat trip with snorkeling, turtles, tropical fish, and a shipwreck. Then use a beach lounger, umbrella, showers, bar, waterslide, and welcome drink at Savvy on the Bay. The Tranquility boat has two washrooms, upper and lower decks, a bar, and a glass-bottom viewing area.

“Picked up from cruise terminal for the short drive to Carlisle Bay where we were taken to the ticket office, given wristbands and a choice of sunbeds and umbrellas which were ours for the duration, after 1.5 hours it was time for the snorkel boat trip, all the staff were fantastic, we were given inflatable vests, mask and snorkels and went as a group with a guide who told us where to look, we saw Turtles, Barracuda, Rays and a multitude of tropical fish, after 1.5 hours we sailed back to the shore and our beds for a further 2 hours on the beautiful beach and a complimentary drink. There…”

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6.2 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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7.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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8.Barbados Catamaran Snorkel Cruise with Lunch and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 192 reviews · from $110

Sail from Bridgetown along Barbados’ west coast aboard a small catamaran limited to 12 people. Swim with turtles in Carlisle Bay, explore shipwrecks when conditions allow, enjoy a full Bajan buffet, and relax with rum punch, beer, soft drinks, and water. Crew names vary, with CJ, Daniel, Akil, and others often leading trips.

“This trip was at first very surprising. The boat we were put on was a small fishing boat that only fishermen should have used and not really for high end tour guest. CJ and Akeel did a splended job of handling the boat and making it a great experience. Shame on the owner for how he put our group of Black Professionals and Retirees on that boat while his White guest were on the bigger actual catamaran boat. The worst thing about the fishing boat was there was a aweful toilet experience where there was not even a toilet but instead a small galley hole that one stepped into, having…”

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9.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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10.Barbados Sunset and Snorkeling Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · from $110

Join El Tigre Cruises from Bridgetown for a three-hour afternoon catamaran trip along Barbados’ west coast. Snorkel with turtles and tropical fish at Carlisle Bay, explore shipwrecks, then enjoy canapés, sparkling wine, and an open bar as the sun sets. Hotel pickup is offered from select south and west coast hotels.

“This trip exceeded our expectations! James picked us up at the hotel right on time and was basically a tour guide on the way to the boat - pointing out interesting things along the way. He even managed to introduce us to a monkey on our way back to the hotel although he says this was the first time it happened - we were just in the right place at the right time - haha The boat trip was outstanding and the snorkeling was amazing - saw some turtles, shipwrecks, gorgeous fish and a stunning sunset! The guys on the boat took great care of us - all of them…”

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11.Ultimate Barbados Beach Day And Snorkel Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 87 reviews · from $52

Spend about five and a half hours at Carlisle Bay, with a 70-minute Tranquility Cruises boat trip to turtles and shipwrecks, plus beach time at Savvy On The Bay. Snorkel gear, one welcome drink, a chair, shared umbrella, showers, and some hotel transfers are included. Ask about pickup when booking, since coastal coverage and shuttle arrangements matter.

“We specifically requested to be picked up at the cruise port and were given a specific time to meet the tour rep. No one showed up to take us to the Glass Bottom Boat Shipwreck Adventure and Beach Day. As a result we missed the adventure and were told by the Glory Tour Staff that the next departure was sold out. This was a $70. disaster as we did not have the cash with us to hire a taxi. Hopefully, Viator will refund our money. M. Smith”

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12.Barbados Glass Bottom Boat Cruise and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 86 reviews · from $40

Meet at The Famous Bird Bar on Highway 7 for a short cruise across Carlisle Bay. Captain John and crew members such as Emily, Shazam, Kevin, and Enrique provide snorkeling gear, drinks, and help in the water. Expect shipwreck views, fish, and a chance to swim near sea turtles, with a glass-bottom viewing area for anyone staying aboard.

“What a fantastic trip out. One of our party was adamant she wasn’t going to snorkel, they got her on and looked after her the whole time ensuring she had a fantastic snorkelling experience. The more experienced snorkellers amongst us alRead more”

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13.Barbados Harrison’s Cave Tram Tour and Boat Cruise Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 85 reviews · from $138

Ride a tram 160 feet below Barbados at Harrison’s Cave, then spend time at Carlisle Bay before a boat trip to sea turtles and a shipwreck. Pickup is offered from South and West Coast accommodations. Guides such as Sunshine, Webster, Steve, Gabriel, and Richard have been praised for friendly island history and clear instructions.

“First off, the cave was great, and half of the snorkeling was great. The rest was a hot mess. We departed 45 mins late due to someone not showing up. Ok. We were then RUSHED from the cave stop to the beach. We could not change our clothes. In our dry clothes, they had walk through waist deep water onto a boat that had no seats for us. We changed in a tiny bathroom on board. They then had no prepared snorkel equipment for us. We had to wait for them to set up new equipment which didn't work for the first snorkel site. The second snorkel site was great.…”

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14.Barbados Catamaran Turtle Snorkel with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $85

Join Captain Graham and his crew aboard the Stiletto for a three-hour Barbados sail with hotel transfers, snorkel gear, banana bread, and an open bar. You’ll visit Carlisle Bay for turtles and possibly shipwrecks, with west coast sailing, helpful water guides, and time to swim or relax.

“We had a great time on the Stiletto! The Captain and his crew even got my parents in the water! Highly recommend!”

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15.Catamaran and Snorkeling Cruise At Carlisle Bay

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 42 reviews · from $145

Spend about five hours sailing Carlisle Bay, snorkeling above a shallow shipwreck, looking for sea turtles, and relaxing in clear Caribbean water. Your day includes equipment, a buffet lunch, an open bar, and selected-hotel transfers. The boat holds up to 46 people, so expect a friendly group setting rather than a private cruise.

“From pick up to drop off, we had a great time. The staff was lovely, the food was good, and the views were amazing.”

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