SAILING

There are several Barbados yachts and catamarans available for charters. You can join a scheduled cruise or customise your own personal sailing tour.

TIAMI CRUISES, 246-436-6424

HEAT WAVE SAILING CRUISES, 246-423-7871

REGENT ONE, 246-421-6767

EXCELLENCE, 246-436-6424

FREE SPIRIT, 246-426-0890

IRISH MIST CRUISES, 246-436-9201

LIMBO LADY SAILING CRUISES,246-420-5418

SECRET LOVE SAILING CRUISE, 246-437-7490

Caribbean Divers
Coconut Court Hotel
Christ Church
Bridgetown,
Barbados
Telephone 246 435-6415

Coral Isle Divers
Cavans Lane
Careenage
Bridgetown,
Barbados
Telephone 246 434-8377
Toll Free 800 513-5840
Fax 246 431-9068

Coral Reef Club
Barbados
Telephone 246 422-2372
Fax 246 422-1776

Bubbles Galore
Sandy Beach Hotel
Barbados
Telephone 246 430-0354
Toll Free 800 513-5821
Fax 246 436-8806

Dive Boat Safari
Barbados Hilton
Bridgetown
St. Michael,
Barbados
Telephone 246 427-4350
Toll Free 800 513-5824
Fax 246 436-8946

Dive Shop, The
Pebbles Beach
St. Michael,
Barbados
Telephone 246 426-9947
Toll Free 888 898-3483
Fax 246 426-2031

Divi Southwinds Beach Resort
St. James,
Barbados
Toll Free 800 333-3484
Fax 246 428-4674

Exploresub Barbados
St. Lawrence Gap
Christ Church,
Barbados
Telephone 246 435-6542
Telephone 516 31-5923
Fax 246 435-8214

Hightide Watersports
Jennie or Willie
Sandy Lane Hotel
Sandy Lane
St. James,
Barbados
Tel/Fax 246 432-0931
Telephone 246 228-3322
Toll Free 800 513-5763
Fax 246 432-0931

One on One Scuba
Sara Sayers
Apt#3
Lot 13 Husbands Heights
St. James,
Barbados
Telephone 246 228-2601
Telephone 246 438-0691
Cellular 246 233-5737

Scotch & Soda Diving
Mr. R.A.M. Edghill
Crystal Waters
Worthing
Christ Church,
Barbados
Telephone 246 435-7375

Underwater Barbados
Coconut Court, Hastings
Christ Church,
Barbados
Telephone 246 426-0655
Telephone 246 435-7107

West Side Scuba Centre
Mr. Peter Grannum
Sunset Crest Beach Club
Holetown
Saint James,
Barbados
Tel/Fax 246 432-2558

WIND SURFING

Besides Hawaii, Barbados is one of the best wave windsurfing spots of the world. The chances of wind are high and the waves are perfect for jumping and waveriding in sideshore winds. Not only wave cracks, speed freaks and beginners as well will find dream conditions in the 27?C warm waters of the South Coast on this most easterly situated Caribbean island.

Barbados Windsurfing Accommodation:

# Inchcape Seaside Villas and Apts

http://www.barbados.org/apt/inchcape/index.htm

# Silver Sands Resort

http://www.barbados.org/hotels/silvsnd/index.htm

# Peach and Quiet

http://www.barbados.org/hotels/h48.htm

# Silver Rock

http://gemsbarbados.com/silverrock/index.htm

# Point View Apartments

http://www.barbados.org/apt/a65.htm

# Round Rock Apartments on Sea

http://www.barbados.org/apt/a40.htm

# Coral House Apartments

http://coralhousebarbados.com/

# Bougainvillea Beach Resort

http://www.barbados.org/hotels/bougainvillea/index.htm

# Sand Acres Hotel

http://www.barbados.org/hotels/sandacres/index.htm

# Barbados Watersports

http://www.barbados.org/sports.htm#Water

# Activities Photo Gallery

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

# Discover Barbados

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

PARASAILING

Skyrider Parasail.
Bay Street, St. Michael
Tel: (246) 435-0570

PARAGLIDING

The Barbados Paragliding Association.
(Registered with the Barbados Sports Council)
(Regulated by the Barbados Civil Aviation Authority)
Tel: (246) 423-8976
Fax: (246) 424-3425

Coral Isle Divers
Cavans Lane, Careenage
Bridgetown, Barbados, West Indies
TEL: 1-(246)-4-DIVERS (348377)
FAX: 1-246-431-9068
after hours at 1-(246)-432-1219
or E-mail us at coralis@caribnet.net

Exploresub Barbados
St. Lawrence Gap, Christ Church,
Barbados, West Indies.
Tel: 1 (246) 435 6542
E-mail: x-sub@caribsurf.com

One on One Scuba
E mail sayers@sunbeach.net
Telephone (home) 1 (246) 438 0691
Telephone (cell phone) 1 (246) 233 5737
Apt #3, Lot 13 Husbands Heights,
St. James, Barbados

West Side Scuba Centre
Baku Beach, Holetown, St. James,
Barbados, West Indies.
Tel: 1 (246) 432 2558
Fax: 1 (246) 432 2558
E-mail: peterg@sunbeach.net

Cricket:

The national sport of Barbados is cricket. A game of cricket can be found throughout the island, and games are played at every level. Kids can be found playing on any field with the hope of playing for The West Indies Team, which competes, against countries that were formerly members of the British Empire. Cricket is a very enjoyable and fun game.

Golf:

There have been several golf courses that have been built in recent years in Barbados. Consequently, there are several Golf Tournaments held through out the year. Here, in Barbados, there are excellent spots for the Golf enthusiast.

BARBADOS GOLD CLUB (18 holes) Holiday Packages are available Day unlimited passes are available for $364. US

ROYAL WESTMORELAND (18 holes) Members only. Special arrangements for the use of the course can be made from Glitter Bay and Royal pavilion.

SANDY LANE GOLF CLUB (18 holes)
Tel: 246-432-2829/246-432-2831
9 holes $60.00 18 holes $100.00

Hiking:

Tropical forest, cane fields, exciting fauna can be found on a hike to the interior of the island. The Barbados National Trust offers Hikes free of charge. Donations are welcome. Walking Tours Packages are available from some hotels. Hikes are organized at different time of the day and night and lasts approximately 3-5 hours.

Hikes Available:

Stop ‘n’ Stare – 5-6 miles
Here ‘n’ There – 8-10 miles
Grin ‘n’ Bear – 12 – 14 miles

Horse Back Riding:

Riding Centers offer rides for all level experience. Take a leisure trot along the beach on a golden moonlight night or explore nature on this beautiful tropical island.

Caribbean International Riding Centre: 246-422-7433
Ye Olde Congo Road Stables: 246-423-6180
Brighton Riding Stables: – 246-425-9318

Water Sports:

Fishing:

Charters a Cabin Cruserland head out to see for deep-sea fishing, sit out in the golden sunlight on a pirogue or then again you can opt for a secluded rock to cast a line. Arrangement can be made from your hotel. Charters are all-inclusive and can be made way in advance or on the spot. Try you skills or just have fun of the cost of the island. The waters offer the likes of Wahoo, Marlins, Tuna, and Sharks etc. Compete or just have fun bobbing on the ocean.

Charters:

Blur Jay $100.00 per person – 4 hours – private 4 hours $400.00
Idyll Time $100.00 ” ” – 4 hours – private 4 hours $400.00
Blue Marlin $100.00 ” ” – 4 hours – private 4 hours $350.00
Prices include refreshments, bait and tackle and snorkel gear.

Charter runs from 8 am to 12 pm daily Tel: 246-429-2326

Snorkeling:

View the fascinating marine life by taking a 45-minute excursion below the sea. Tropical fishes and magnificent corals uniting to form a unique underwater world. This is an unforgettable experience of a lifetime. Arrangement can be made with your hotel.

Sailing:

Excellent weather makes for excellent sailing. Charters of catamarans and yachts glide you through the blue waters. View the scenic cost line, swim in the enchanting waters and relax in the cool breeze with a refreshing drink. Nothing can be more delightful than sailing in Barbados on warm days and cozy nights.

The Harbour Master:

This tour is taken on a 100ft 40 ft high and 4 decks high cruiser. It goes along the West Coast to an area of seclusion for the experience of a lifetime. Take a dip in the beautiful blue waters, or snorkel in the crystal waters to view the exquisite marine life of this island. Walk on the sand or relax on deck with a tasty Caribbean drink basking in the sunlight.

Other Tours:

Atlantis Submarines
Jolly Roger
Tiami Cruises
Tel: 246-426-0182

Scuba Diving:

Unique reefs, corals and beautiful fishes can be found in the barrier reefs 2 miles off the shore. The visibility ranges from 40 to 70 ft with warm water Patching reefs are closer and the coral formations are smaller. Swim with Sea Horses, be adventurous and dig for treasure from the many marine wrecks at the bottom of the ocean. The weather provides for superior diving all year round.