Sandals Royal Barbados and Sandals Barbados Excursions
Although every Sandals all-inclusive resort has tons of complimentary activities onsite, you’ll probably also want to explore what the area has to offer. That’s where Sandals excursions come in. They cost extra but are super easy to arrange through the resort.
You can book Sandals excursions online via the Sandals website after you’ve made your reservation, or once you get to the resort. If there’s something you really want to do, we recommend booking it in advance just to be safe.
Since Sandals Royal Barbados and Sandals Barbados are located right next door to each other, the excursions they offer are the same.
Excursions at Sandals Barbados and Royal Barbados
Barbados is a lovely, lush Caribbean island with excellent year-round weather, beautiful beaches, crystal clear water, rich culture and history, delicious cuisine and locally made rum, and friendly hospitality.
Sandals Barbados and Royal Barbados are set on the southern part of the island in St. Lawrence Gap. You’ll have a wide variety of excursions to choose from, all managed by Island Routes Barbados but you book and pay through Sandals.
Sandals Barbados excursions include an historical rum tour, garden tours, shopping in Bridgetown, golf, hiking, sightseeing, birdwatching, deep sea fishing, cultural tours, sunset cruises, horseback riding on the beach, underwater submarine tours, and more.
We booked a snorkeling excursion that included seeing a sea turtle and 3 shipwrecks that we highly recommend (Shipwreck Snorkel and Turtle Swim Adventure).
Let’s take a look at some of the Sandals Barbados and Royal Barbados excursions in more detail.
Electric Bike Bajan Sightseeing Experience
You’ll ride electric beach cruiser bikes around beautiful Barbados, stopping to check out local historic and cultural sites such as a 1640s Gothic church, Hackleton’s Cliff, The Monkey Jump lookout, a biodynamic farm, and others.
Barbados Historical Rum Tour
This island is known as the birthplace of rum, and you can learn all about its history on this Sandals Barbados excursion. You’ll visit the 17th-century St. Nicolas Abbey, ride on a vintage railway, tour the house and distillery, and sample the amazing rum. Lunch at a local restaurant follows, then a scenic tour along the coast to the famous Mount Gay.
Garrison Historical Sightseeing Tour
Check out the UNESCO World Heritage Site the 18th-19-th century Garrison, where British troops were stationed, including the Garrison Tunnels, National Armoury Museum, and learn all about British military history in the Caribbean. Then head to the Officer’s Mess for a rum punch.
Barbados Historical Sightseeing and Shopping Experience
This full day Sandals Barbados excursion takes you through the amazing Hunte’s Garden, then to the town of St. Thomas where you can meet local artists and view their work. Last is Holetown, which is a 17th-century British settlement where you’ll have a delicious lunch and then go shopping.
Harrison’s Cave Tram and Nature Walk Experience
One of the more unique things to do in Barbados is visit this amazing natural site. A drive-in cave, Harrison’s Cave is underground and features stalagmites, stalactities, streams, and waterfalls. Afterward, enjoy the nature trail.
Barbados Swim, Snorkel and Wildlife Experience
Couples who love to snorkel will enjoy this Sandals Barbados excursion. First you’ll visit the Barbados Wildlife Reserve to see local green monkeys, followed by Cherry Tree Hill and Morgan Lewis Windmill. After a delicious local lunch, you’ll visit the Soup Bowl and head to Carlisle Bay to snorkel among shipwrecks and colorful marine life.
Luxury Catamaran, Snorkel and Dining Experience at Carlisle Bay
For a luxury excursion in Barbados, enjoy this catamaran cruise in beautiful turquoise Carlisle Bay where you get to snorkel, see marine life and a shipwreck, relax on deck as you sip tropical cocktails, and enjoy a delicious onboard meal.
Round of Golf
One of the best things to do in Barbados for couples who love to golf, this excursion takes you to the Barbados Golf Club, a scenic and challenging course. You’ll play a full round of 18 holes, and a golf cart is included. (You can also book multiple days of golf.)
Lover’s Rock Sunset Catamaran Cruise
One of the most popular Sandals Barbados excursions is this cruise along the island’s coast. You’ll also get to snorkel and swim, see a shipwreck and sea turtles, and enjoy dinner before you watch the sun set over the Caribbean.
