Barbados Catamaran Turtle Snorkel: Swim with sea turtles
Swim alongside green sea turtles in water so clear you see the reef below
A 5-hour catamaran snorkel in Carlisle Bay, Barbados, where you swim with gentle sea turtles and schools of tropical fish around coral reefs and shipwrecks. The Stiletto is a 45-foot red catamaran that keeps passenger numbers low for an uncrowded experience. Hotel pickup, a Bajan buffet lunch, an open bar and snorkelling gear are all included.
5h
Step-by-step itinerary
Catamaran sail and snorkeling tour
- Sail along Barbados west coast
- Enjoy drinks from open bar
- Snorkel with sea turtles and fish
- Relax on deck with Bajan buffet
The Experience
Carlisle Bay is where the green sea turtles feed, and the Stiletto anchors right where they gather. You slip into the water with snorkelling gear already fitted and watch them move through the shallows—sometimes you'll spot Southern Stingrays or Hawksbill turtles alongside them. The reef and a shipwreck sit close by, so the same dive takes in coral formations and schools of tropical fish without moving the boat.
The sail itself is part of the day. You spend time on deck running the west coast of Barbados, and the bar stays open the whole time—Rum Punch is the house recommendation, though the selection runs wider. A Bajan buffet lunch arrives once you're anchored, eaten on deck with the water in front of you. The catamaran holds a limited number of passengers, which means the boat never feels crowded and the snorkelling stops don't turn into a queue.
Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, so you don't arrange transport to the pier. A guide gives live commentary on board in English. Snorkelling equipment is provided, and the 5-hour window gives you time to move between the turtle grounds and the reef without rushing the experience.
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- snorkelling equipment.
- Bajan buffet lunch.
- open bar with drinks throughout the day.
- live guide commentary in English.
- access to snorkelling sites in Carlisle Bay with sea turtles, tropical fish, coral reefs and a shipwreck.
Operated by Action Charters Inc
Is this one for you?Book this for a morning or afternoon when you want to swim with sea turtles without arranging your own boat or gear—the Stiletto handles pickup, lunch, drinks and equipment, so you show up ready to snorkel.
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Top questions
What sea turtles will I see snorkelling in Carlisle Bay?
Green sea turtles are the regular sighting in Carlisle Bay, and you often spot them while snorkelling. Southern Stingrays and Hawksbill turtles also appear in the same waters, though less predictably.
Is the snorkelling equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?
Snorkelling equipment is provided as part of the tour, so you don't need to pack or rent it separately.
How long is the catamaran tour, and what's included in the price?
The tour runs 5 hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off, snorkelling gear, a Bajan buffet lunch, live commentary on board, and an open bar throughout the day.
Can children go on this snorkel tour?
Children can join the tour and must be accompanied by an adult; one adult may accompany more than one child.
What is the Stiletto, and how many people sail on it?
The Stiletto is a 45-foot red catamaran that carries a limited number of passengers to keep the atmosphere uncrowded and give everyone space to enjoy the snorkelling stops.
Do I need to be a strong swimmer or have snorkelling experience?
The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, so prior snorkelling experience is not required.
Barbados Catamaran Turtle Snorkel: Swim with sea turtles
5h · EN · at your hotel
from US$ 110 per person
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