Embark on a 7-day adventure in Barbados! Throughout the 7 days, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a variety of wildlife areas and beautiful floras and faunas. On this trip, encounter wildlife at the the Barbados Wildlife Reserve, where animals roam freely. Dive underwater through an underwater museum, and deep dive with Atlantis Submarines. See a stunning sea cave at Animal Flower Cave. On land, explore exotic plants at Welchman Hall Gully, and wander through Andromeda Botanic Gardens, a lush oasis. Lastly, follow the famous arrows to Hunte’s Gardens for a serene botanical experience. Discover the natural wonders of Barbados in this unforgettable journey!
This is the animal kingdom of Barbados, where you can stroll freely among animals feeding and playing in their natural environment. Here you can see agouti, armadillo, Brocket deer, pelicans, and caimans. Monkeys are most abundant at afternoon feeding time. Reptiles include snakes, iguanas, turtles, and tortoises. parrots, flamingos, and peacocks share the premises, adding bright splashes of colour. Only the more dangerous animals, such as pythons are kept enclosed. Top Tip: Arrive by 2pm to see the monkeys, especially the babies being fed!
Folkestone Marine Park packages your snorkeling experience beautifully, giving you equipment rental, marine life information centre and museum, picnic tables for relaxing in the shade, and a protected area for snorkeling in the calm waters of the West Coast. There, colorful fish glide through their coral habitats and gather around a sunken barge. The marine park is conveniently located about a half-mile north of Holetown, where eating options abound.
Experience the award-winning Atlantis submarine tour which is one of the most highly-recommended attractions in Barbados for adults and children (Min height 3 feet.). On the hour we invite you to board our transfer vessel the Ocean Quest, which will take you to the submarine.
Sit back and enjoy the brief boat ride to the Atlantis dive site along the scenic coastline, as the professional crew welcomes you and gives a safety briefing. The vessels tie up alongside each other and you make the easy transfer from the Ocean Quest to the Atlantis Submarine.
After securing the hatches and being seated in the air-conditioned comfort of a real submarine, the call is made to: “Dive! Dive! Dive!” You are now fully submerged in the aquamarine Caribbean Sea with large viewports all around, as curious exotic fish peek in at you and sea fans sway.
The Animal Flower Cave should be considered one of the world’s wonders. This amazing cave opens directly into the Atlantic Ocean and is the island’s lone accessible sea cave. On calm days you can swim in the natural rock pools in the cave or perhaps take a look at the stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean through the windows to the ocean (cave openings).
If you like nature, hiking (at any level), plants, culture and natural history, then Welchman Hall gully must not be missed. The tranquil feel of the gully will instantly strike you. It is a place where you can experience a piece of nature and imagine what the island was like 300 years ago. It is a touch of tropical forest, mixed with Barbadian and other exotic tropical plants. Free guided tours available.
Fascinatingly, the gully is also still geologically connected to Harrison’s Cave. Before Harrison’s Cave was developed, locals would enter via an entrance located in Welchman Hall Gully. In fact, Welchman Hall Gully was formed by the collapsed roofs of caves. You can still see evidence of stalagmites and stalactites throughout your walk. However, gullies are generally formed when the land is pushed up and cracked, then developed by rain erosion.
Andromeda Botanic Gardens, named after the Greek princess, boasts 500 plant species on a scenic six-acre plot between St. Joseph and St. John, near the Atlantic. Explore diverse flora, including frangipani and fruit trees, alongside succulents and shrubs. Admire crafts and local souvenirs at the entrance’s wooden building. Guided tours provide insight into the garden’s history and species. Wander among trees, flowers, and fauna, from hummingbirds to green monkeys.
Relax by the pond or picnic on the grassy areas, embracing nature’s beauty. Sustainability is prioritized, with organic practices. Mrs. Bannochie’s ethos, “True gardeners like anything that is different,” resonates in this unique sanctuary. Discover the charm and exclusivity of Andromeda Botanic Gardens, a testament to her gardening legacy.
Hunte’s Gardens, once a sugar plantation, now a botanical wonderland, lies in St. Joseph, a scenic 30-minute drive from Holetown and St. Lawrence Gap. Transformed from a sinkhole by owner Anthony Hunte, it teems with diverse flora, local birds, and playful green monkeys. Renowned as a top garden spot, it boasts over 84 bird, flower, and plant species, including rare finds like purple lilies and orchids. A large board at the entrance guides your exploration, highlighting the garden’s rich biodiversity.
While some flora is common in Barbados, others are unique to the West Indies. Immerse yourself in this magical haven, where nature thrives in abundance.
