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    Boatyard and downtown question.

    in Barbados

    Posted · Edited by aimodels

    I can't remember if there's any signage for the Boatyard along the way. It's very easy to get there, just head away from the cruise port and keep walking with the ocean on your right.

     

    You can always ask a local if you're unsure. They are generally quite friendly and willing to help out.

     

    There is good signage in front of the Boatyard, and generally a good collection of taxis in the parking lot. You can't miss it.

     

    Here's a good photo of what the street view looks like:

     

    http://www.tripomatic.com/Barbados/Bridgetown/The-Boatyard/

     

    You will have to pay your entrance fee before you go inside.

     

    The walk is safe and quite scenic...

     

    Cheers, P:)

    Anybody do an intro to scuba program in St Kitts?

    in St. Kitts & Nevis

    Posted

    I would check with these dive shops for prices.

     

    My kids did a discover scuba course in Barbados in 2010. They were 13 and 14 at the time. I paid $99 for each of them. I'm already certified, so I only paid their "one-tank dive" price to go with them.

     

    They received about an hour of training in the pool, then we did a 40' hard bottom dive in Carlisle Bay among the shipwrecks - very cool.

     

    This was considerably cheaper than the cost to do a full cert. package.

     

    As previously mentioned, the downside is that if scuba isn't your thing, you've wasted a day.

    Snorkling without excursion

    in Barbados

    Posted

    We would usually be in the water by 7:30 or 8:00. The turtles would generally stick around until about 10:00 or 11:00 and then take off.

     

    We stayed in The Gap, so it was about a 15 minute walk for us to get to Rockley...

     

    Cheers, P:)

    Boatyard and downtown question.

    in Barbados

    Posted

    Yes.

     

    Keep going past the marina on your right. Broad St. (one of the main shopping streets) is a block inland from Princess Alice Hwy. (Hincks St.).

     

    National Heroes Square, Independence Arch, Chamberlain Bridge and the Parliament are about a block before the Fairchild Bus Terminal. The Nidhe Synagogue is about 3 or 4 blocks north from the Parliament Bldg.

     

    Cheers, P:)

    Half day tour Barbados, ideas.

    in Barbados

    Posted · Edited by aimodels

    It all depends on what your group wants to do.

     

    Perhaps this might help a little...

     

    http://www.tripadvisor.ca/Attractions-g147262-Activities-Barbados.html

     

    http://www.barbados.org/greatthingstodo.htm

     

    Personally myself, I'm a beach, snorkeling and diving guy. When I go to Barbados, most of my time is spent in or under the water...

     

    If you like a little spice with your food, try the yellow pepper sauce, especially on a cutter, with a side of macaroni pie... I like the sauce so much I always bring back a couple of litres everytime we go...

     

     

    Cheers, P:)

    Cost of taxi to Harrison's Cave?

    in Barbados

    Posted

    TRAM TOUR

    Located in the central uplands of Barbados, is a magnificent attraction with a world class attraction, with unmatched beauty. Harrison's Cave is a massive underground cave stream system, with awesome caverns and breathtaking formations. Enjoy an unparalleled underground experience as you journey aboard a tram, past clear streams and cascading waterfalls.

     

    Duration: 1 hour

     

    Tour Schedule: Daily 8:45 am to 3:45 pm

     

    Local Tour Rate: Adults US$25.25 / BDS$50.00 | Children US$12.62 / BDS$25.00

    (Barbadian Residents and Nationals with Identification)

    Visitor Tour Rate: Adults US$30.30 / BDS$60.00 | Children US$15.15 / BDS$30.00

     

    THE ECO-ADVENTURE TOUR (16 years and over)

    Harrison’s Cave welcomes visitors to explore our world for the ultimate eco-adventure tour experience. Trek along our nature trails abundant tropical flora, catch a glimpse of native birds and maybe even a green monkey; as they traverse this rich habitat. Check your head lamps and knee guards as you explore some of the cave’s natural passages as only the early explorers did to see breath taking crystallized formations.

     

    Tour Duration: 4 hrs

     

    Tour Schedule: Available daily with tours at 9:00 am and 12:00 noon

     

    Tour Rate: US$101.01 / BDS$200.00

     

    Click here to download the booking form.

     

     

    WALK-IN CAVE TOUR

    Join our Adventure Tour Interpreters as they guide you on this unique journey into Harrison’s Cave on foot, traveling along the tour path to get a closer look at the breathtaking cave formations. Please call (246) 417-3700 or email reservations@harrisonscave.com to make your reservation today.

     

    Duration: 1.5 hours

     

    Schedule: Every Saturday at 4:00pm and 4:30pm

     

    Tour Rate: Adults US$20.20 / BDS$40.00 | Children US$10.10 / BDS$20.00

    SCENIC GULLY TOUR

     

    Visitors will be guided along the scenic walk and nature trails around the Harrison's Cave property by our Adventure Tour Team. Walk along cliff and valley trails with abundant tropical flora, catch a glimpse of native birds and maybe even a green monkey. Along the way the Adventure Tour Team will provide interpretation on the traditional use of gullies in Barbados, how they are formed and medical usage of plants along the way. The Scenic Gully Tour also includes a visit to our authentic replica of an Amerindian Hut.

     

    Duration: 1.5 hours

     

    Schedule: Available on request. Call (246) 417-3700 or email us at reservations@harrisonscave.com today.

     

    Tour Rate: Adults US$12.62 / BDS$25.00 | Children US$7.57 / BDS$15.00

     

     

    JUNIOR EXPLORER'S TOUR (Ages 5 - 12)

     

    Equipped with their nature packs, explorer hats and flashlights, the junior explorers will embark on a guided adventure to learn about caves, animal life, rocks and water conservation. Our Adventure Tour Interpreters will guide them on this journey of discovery, ideal for the budding nature enthusiast.

    Duration: 45 minutes

     

    Schedule: Available on request. Call (246) 417-3700 or email us at reservations@harrisonscave.com today.

     

    Tour Rate: Children US$10.10 / BDS$20.00

     

    JUNIOR EXPLORER'S BAT PROGRAMME

     

    Our knowledgeable Adventure Tour Interpreters will teach you about the exciting world of bats today. Learn of their importance to ecosystems, dispel common myths, great bat facts and even hear how our bats sound. Come as a bat novice, leave as a 'Harrison's Cave Bat Specialist'.Duration: 45 minutes

     

    Schedule: Available on request. Call (246) 417-3700 or email us at reservations@harrisonscave.com today.

     

    Tour Rate: Children US$7.57 / BDS$15.00

     

     

     

    GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE

     

    Gift vouchers are available for purchase and collection from Caves of Barbados Ltd, Harrison's Cave offices. Call or email us to reserve today! Harrison's Cave Tour vouchers are excellent holiday, birthday, graduation or special occasion gifts.

     

    Please note that rates are subject to change based on the conversion rate.

     

    NOTE: Harrison's Cave is closed to the public on Good Friday, Easter Sunday, 1st Monday in August (Kadooment Day) and Christmas day only.

    Snorkling without excursion

    in Barbados

    Posted

    We've had pretty good snorkeling at the reef in front of the Tiki Bar at the south end of Rockley Beach. If you get there in the morning, you'll probably see turtles at that reef.

     

    It's straight out from the Tiki Bar about 150 yards out.

     

    Here are pics we took back in 2010. Most of the turtle pics were taken at Rockley. Some were taken at Carlisle Bay...

     

    https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.472934985680.246435.567405680&type=1&l=fbb241f817

     

    Cheers, P:)

    Accra Beach

    in Barbados

    Posted

    The east end of Accra Beach is known as Rockley, and there's a beach bar there. It used to be called Bar Kanei and then Sideshore - now I think it's called the Tiki Bar.

     

    If you like snorkeling, there's a reef straight out from the bar, about 150 yards.

     

    Cheers, P:)

    Paynes or Carlisle?

    in Barbados

    Posted

    Carlisle Bay will give you more options for food and amenities, but Paynes' is generally quieter.

     

    Carlisle Bay is about 3/4 mile long - plenty of room to spread out.

     

    Both beaches are not too far from B'Town, so if you don't like one, you can always catch a cab to the other...

     

    Cheers, P:)

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