15 Barbados Sailing Trips to Build a Day Around

1.Barbados Catamaran Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkeling Cruise

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

Cruise Barbados’ west coast aboard the 60-foot El Tigre, limited to 36 people for extra room. Snorkel for 45 minutes with turtles, then explore a fish-filled shipwreck. The five-hour trip adds lunch and a third stop. Hotel pickup, equipment, breakfast snack, and drinks are included.

“We thoroughly enjoyed the catamaran trip. The crew were excellent, friendly, polite and helpful. Lunch was very good and alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks were available for the whole trip. All necessary equipment was provided for snorkeling.”

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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. Snorkel near turtles, fish, stingrays, and shipwrecks, then enjoy a Bajan buffet, snacks, and an open bar. The crew, including captains such as Colin and Graham, provides gear and help in the water.

“Amazing, relaxing tour. We saw 2 different ship wrecks, plenty of fish and turtles. The crew was very attentive. There was not a moment that we did not have a beer in our hands from the time we got on the boat until we got off. Highly recommend this trip.”

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3.5-Hour Small-Group Catamaran Cruise from Bridgetown with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 909 reviews · from $175

Spend five hours aboard Calabaza Sailing Cruises from Bridgetown, with two snorkel stops, turtle encounters, a reef or shipwreck, onboard drinks, and served meals. Groups are capped at 12 to 14 people, and crews may include Captain Chad or Captain Ben.

“We have just had the most perfect day with the amazing Calabaza crew! The time went so quickly and we had a wonderful time from beginning to end. The crew are fabulous, food was great and we had plenty of opportunity to swim/snorkel in the sea. The absolute highlight was swimming with the sea turtles but the whole day was excellent. We have been on many catamaran trips across the Caribbean and this one was by far the best. Book it and have a really memorable day!”

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4.Catamaran Tour with Snorkeling and Lunch

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

Spend five hours aboard El Tigre, a classic catamaran sailing from Bridgetown along Barbados’ west coast. Captain Ryan and crew members such as Winston provide snorkeling gear, turtle and shipwreck stops, a hot buffet, and unlimited drinks. Pickup is available from hotels and the cruise terminal.

“This was an amazing trip to a series of lovely locations with a great crew, who couldn’t do enough for you on a lovely boat. Definitely the highlight of the holiday and the best trip we did by far. Would most definitely recommend”

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5.Elegance Catamaran turtles swim and lunch cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 369 reviews · from $165

Sail Barbados’ west coast aboard the Elegance Catamaran with a maximum of 12 people. Swim with turtles, snorkel over shipwrecks, enjoy a Bajan buffet and open bar, then relax at a quiet bay. Crew members, including captain Cali and host Wayne, assist in the water.

“Great day out snorkeling and sailing with very helpful and friendly crew. A great relaxing way to spend your time”

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6.Afternoon Luxury Catamaran Sailing and Charter Cruise from Bridgetown

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 269 reviews · from $175

Spend 3.5 hours aboard a small Calabaza catamaran from Bridgetown. Snorkel with turtles, visit a reef or shipwreck, enjoy canapes and a premium bar, then watch the Caribbean sunset. Pickup runs between Speightstown and Oistins. Children under four are not allowed.

“This cruise was great. Friendly crew. The drinks were flowing. Food was amazing. I would recommend this excursion.”

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7.Good Times Too Premium Catamaran Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 214 reviews · from $154

Join the Good Times Too from Holetown for about five hours of sailing, turtle snorkeling, reef fish, swimming, a Caribbean buffet, and an open bar. The group limit is 20, with a guide in the water and select hotel pickup available. Crew names reported include Gavin, Lester, Aiden, Jabari, and Mikaela.

“We had a spectacular time celebrating my fiancé’s 50th birthday aboard with Chelsea, Keylan (sp?), and Captain Lester!!! They pick you up from your hotel then drive you to the beach where they load you up onto a motor boat (6 at a tRead more”

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8.Barbados Catamaran Snorkel Cruise with Lunch and Open Bar

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

Sail Barbados aboard a small catamaran limited to 12 people, with stops chosen for the day’s sea conditions. Snorkel with turtles and fish around Carlisle Bay, visit shipwrecks when possible, enjoy a homemade Bajan lunch, and sip rum punch, beer, soft drinks, and water while captains such as CJ, Daniel, Mario, and Ren handle the trip.

“Don’t be expecting a big boat, Lol 🤣. Beautiful time. Awesome lunch. Captain CJ and Akeel were outstanding hosts. Really had a great time.”

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9.Barbados Sunset and Snorkeling Catamaran Cruise

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

Join El Tigre’s afternoon catamaran cruise from Bridgetown for turtle snorkeling in Carlisle Bay, shipwreck views, snacks, and sparkling wine at sunset. Maureen, Lucky Larry, and the crew keep the small group comfortable, with hotel pickup available from select south and west coast hotels.

“This excursion was EXCELLENT! Maureen and Lucky are experienced, fun and made the cruise an awesome event! I will always use El Tigre going forward every time I am in Barbados!!”

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10.Barbados Catamaran Turtle Snorkel with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $85

Join Captain Graham and the Stiletto crew for a three-hour Barbados catamaran cruise with hotel transfers, banana bread, an open bar, and two snorkel stops. You may swim with turtles in Carlisle Bay, explore shipwrecks, and sail the west coast in a small-group setting.

“A really super trip. Graham and his crew were outstandingly attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed the snorkelling and turtles and a stingray. The sailing was hugely enjoyable. A perfect way to experience the delights of Barbados”

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11.Catamaran and Snorkeling Cruise At Carlisle Bay

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

Spend about five hours aboard a catamaran off Barbados, snorkeling around a shallow shipwreck, swimming near sea turtles and rays, and relaxing in Carlisle Bay. A buffet lunch, open bar, snorkeling gear, and pickup from selected hotels are included. The boat may carry up to 46 people.

“The crew was friendly, helpful, hilarious, and always available. They really made sure everyone was having a great time. The drinks were strong and delicious, and the lunch buffet of Bajan cuisine was the best food I've had on a boat. One of Read more”

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12.Luxury Catamaran, Snorkel and Dining Experience Barbados

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · from $295

Sail Barbados aboard a shared Lagoon 500 catamaran with up to 18 people. You’ll swim with turtles, snorkel over a shallow shipwreck, enjoy a three-course lunch by chef Tre, and return along the coast with prosecco, rum punch, and a premium open bar.

“We had such a great time. The water the views amazing. All the staff were so friendly and accommodating. I felt comfortable and safe the entire time. The food was rich and delicious and the rum punch was great. Will definitely go again!”

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13.Good Times Exclusive Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews

Book a private catamaran for up to 15 people along Barbados’ west coast. Choose a 3 to 8 hour cruise with turtle swimming, snorkeling, coastal sailing, hotel pickup, onboard toilets, and optional drinks and buffet lunch. Boarding starts near Holetown.

“This tour was AMAZING. The crew was very attentive, the food was delicious, and the vibe was on point! Everything was great from start to finish.”

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14.Shasa private catamran sailing cruise, Snorkel with turtles.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews

Join Shasa Catamaran Cruises for a three-hour private sail from Holetown, limited to 10 people. Captain Jason and his crew provide snorkel and safety gear, guide you near green-back turtles at Cobblers Cove, and keep the outing personal and uncrowded.

“We have visited Barbados several times and we have sailed with Shasa Catamaran Cruises many times. Captain Jason and first mate Jonathon are simply the best that is out there which is why we keep coming back - 12 years on! We have sRead more”

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15.Sunset Catamaran and Snorkeling Cruise At Carlisle Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 19 reviews · from $124

Spend about four hours aboard a catamaran off Barbados, with a shallow shipwreck snorkel, a chance to see sea turtles, a swim at a secluded cay, and a buffet dinner at sunset. Select hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Marc is one crew member praised for attentive drink service.

“Cruise was nice. Sunset was amazing. Food was good. A couple passengers had too much to drink and starting to fight. Crew did break it up quickly.”

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