St. John's Parish Church E-Bike Tour Barbados: 2-Hour Guided Ride

Pedal the Scotland District's highest point and back down casuarina-lined trails.

A guided e-bike tour in Barbados starts at St. John's Parish Church, a 1640 Gothic-style landmark on the East Coast, and loops through the Scotland District via Hackleton's Cliff escarpment and PEG Farm To Cotton Tower, an abandoned signal station at 1,091 feet. Expert guides lead the two-hour ride, which includes instruction, safety gear, water and post-ride refreshments; pickup is included and the minimum age is 13.

Step-by-step itinerary

Barbados E-Bike Sightseeing Tour

• Receive instruction and safety brief
• Start ride at St John's Parish Church
• Ride along Hackleton's Cliff escarpment
• Pass PEG Farm and Cotton Tower
• Continue along casuarina tree-lined trails
• Return to St John's Parish Church
• Enjoy post-ride refreshments

The Experience

Your guide meets you for a safety brief and instruction before the ride begins at St. John's Parish Church, where the Gothic structure sits high enough to frame panoramic views of the rugged East Coast. From there, the route follows Hackleton's Cliff escarpment—a geological formation that edges the Scotland District—and continues to PEG Farm To Cotton Tower, an 1800s signal station perched at the highest point of the loop. The farm-to-table café there sits above medicinal herb gardens and overlooks the same district you've just ridden through.

The descent runs along casuarina tree-lined trails and country back roads that loop you back to the church. The whole ride takes two hours, and you'll have water and post-ride refreshments waiting when you return. E-bikes do the climbing work, so the focus stays on the route and the stops rather than the effort—though the operator notes you'll need at least a moderate level of fitness. Helmets, backpacks and all safety gear are provided.

What’s included

• Expert guide in English.
• e-bike and helmet.
• safety gear and backpack.
• bottled water.
• post-ride refreshments including alcoholic beverages.
• hotel pickup.
• air-conditioned vehicle transport.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by EBike Island Adventures

Is this one for you?You pedal yourself on a shared ride with a guide who leads the route through Scotland District's ridges and historic sites, starting from St John's Parish Church and climbing to Cotton Tower at 1091ft—choose this if you want the social energy of a group and e-bike assistance for the elevation gains.

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Top questions

What is PEG Farm To Cotton Tower?

PEG Farm To Cotton Tower is an abandoned signal station built in the 1800s that now sits on the highest point of the ride at 1,091 feet. It includes a farm-to-table café, medicinal herb garden and panoramic views of the Scotland District.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel?

Yes, pickup is included in the tour price. Your guide will arrange the meeting point and time when you book.

What safety equipment do I need to bring?

You don't need to bring anything—helmets, backpacks and all safety gear are provided. The guide will walk you through the equipment and safety procedures before the ride starts.

Is this tour suitable for someone who has never ridden an e-bike?

Yes. The guide gives instruction and a safety brief at the start, and e-bikes handle the climbing so you can focus on the route. You'll need a moderate level of fitness, but no prior e-bike experience is required.

What makes Hackleton's Cliff worth stopping at?

Hackleton's Cliff is an impressive geological escarpment that edges the Scotland District. The tour stops there for the views and the local folklore tied to the landscape.