Barbados in a Nutshell - 2022 - EBook

Things to do with Kids in Barbados Barbados is the perfect destination with kids. Of course the beach offers near-endless entertainment, but for a break from the sand, take your pick from the many activities that the whole family will love. Wildlife Reserve One for the animal lovers. Stroll through the extensive reserve set in a mature mahogany forest, with the chance to see a wide range of animals including iguanas, snakes and free-roaming deer, peacocks and lots of monkeys. Animal Flower Cave Explore the cave, swim in the beautiful underground pools, and then head back above ground for lunch at the onsite restaurant with stunning views out to the Atlantic Ocean. There’s also a small playground and the chance to pet the friendly black belly sheep. Catamaran Cruise A great day out for the whole family. Enjoy snorkeling with turtles, exploring shipwrecks, sailing along the west coast, a delicious Bajan lunch and rum punch for the parents! Welchman Hall Gully and the Flower Forest Take a beautiful walk under the trees in these lush natural forests. Learn about unusual plants and trees following the self-guided tours, and make sure you’re there for the daily feeding of the resident monkeys at Welchman Hall! The trails are paved, so both are excellent choices for strollers, and perfect for picnics. St. Nicholas Abbey This is a must-do attraction for the whole family. The extensive grounds offer lots of space to explore. The kids will love the ride on the historic steam train, and the adults will enjoy the tour of the well-preserved historic plantation house and the chance to sample St. Nicholas Abbey Rum. Harrison’s Cave Learn about the fascinating geological origins of Barbados as you descend deep underground into this impressive natural limestone cave, filled with stalactites, stalagmites, underground streams, waterfalls and more. The kids will love the tram-tour and donning their own hard hats. Glass Bottom Boats and Atlantis Submarine See the underwater life without getting wet. The exciting submarine tour takes you beneath the waves and the glass bottom boat explores from above coral reefs teeming with marine life. Watersports Older kids will love learning to surf on the calm waves at Freights Bay, trying scuba diving at one of our Padi Dive Centres, and the endless fun on stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, hobie cats and more. 92 Barbara Secher-Greenidge Kids Activities Welchman Hall Gully