Yes you do! But no you can’t keep it ???? When you book a snorkeling tour with us, we’ll provide you with all the equipment necessary including a flotation vest, mask, snorkel, fins and if desired additional flotation aids (boogie board etc.)

No absolutely not. All snorkelers are given vests to wear and our Barbados water being salt water is very buoyant keeping swimmers and snorkelers effortlessly on the surface to enjoy the view.

In Barbados, vehicles drive on the left. Small buses are an easy and inexpensive way to get around. Car hire is easily arranged locally, you will be required to produce a valid driving license. Generally speaking, Barbadians are traditional with respect to shopping hours and personal attire. Shops are open Monday – Friday ~ 9-5, Saturdays closing early afternoon and closed Sundays. Beach wear is generally not worn in town, and taxis do not transport wet sandy passengers. Please note that camouflage print clothing and accessories cannot be worn in Barbados as these patterns are restricted for military use only. Tap water is potable and rich in calcium as a result of its natural filtration through the limestone cap (ancient coral reef) that makes up %85 of Barbados. The geological history of Barbados and some great pictures of the reef that surrounds us on land and in the sea is presented in the recently released coffee table book ‘Barbados. A Coral Paradise” by Angélique Brathwaite, Hazel Oxenford and Ramon Roach

The electrical current on Barbados is 110v 50-60 Hz. Please make sure you use some form of surge protector for delicate electrical items, as the island is prone to power spikes

FAQs Archive - Barbados Blue Watersports

Q: What about a Scuba Refresher?

Divers that have not been diving in the last 12 months, we strongly recommend that you complete our COMPLIMENTARY ‘Scuba Refresher' that you can be selected as an add-on when booking online. Please note that divers requiring a Scuba Refresher meet at the dive centre at 11:30 AM and will not be able to join the morning tour. Please contact us if you have any queries regarding your travel dates and availability

Q: What do I need to know?

For certified divers, who have been diving within the past 12 months . The morning tour meets at the dive centre for 9:00 AM and the boat departs at 9:30 AM. While the afternoon tour meets at the dive centre for 1:30 PM and the boat departs at 2:00 PM.

Q: Additional Information

In an effort to accommodate all experience levels we make it our job to get you comfortable in the water to appreciate the beautiful marine life underneath. Snorkeling is for all ages, including children of which we have had kids as young as 2 years in the water with us! When you come to Barbados and snorkel with us, we will provide you with a flotation vest, mask, snorkel, fins and if desired additional flotation aids (boogie board etc). Contact lenses can be worn underneath snorkeling masks however reading glasses or sunglasses cannot. Personal snorkeling equipment is welcome and we would be happy to help with suggestions for proper adjustment and use. We want your time snorkeling in the clear Barbados water to be relaxed and fun! For the more experienced snorkelers, Barbados Blue has some excellent free divers on staff that are always up for sharing experiences, giving tips or being challenged to a little competition.

Q: Will I See Sharks And Do The Fish/Turtles Bite?

On the calmer leeward side of Barbados and in the serene waters of the Carlisle Bay Marine Park, the chances of seeing a shark while snorkeling are next to none. So small in fact that one has never been reported. The fish and turtles are harmless on all counts; however, you may come close enough for that perfect selfie photo moment.

Q: Do I Have To Be A Good Swimmer To Be Able To Dive?

Being able to swim is certainly not a disadvantage; however, for the Discover Scuba Diving experience, there is no swimming component involved. The main focus is on you being safe and having fun. If you decide that you would like to take your diving to the next level and progress to a ‘PADI Scuba Diver’ or full ‘Open Water Diver’ course certification, there is a water fitness evaluation that includes a 200m swim and a 10-minute survival float test.

Q: Can I Get Certified With My Family And Friends?

Absolutely! Going with a friend or family member for your first breaths underwater or working toward a scuba diving certification together can make the experience even better. Also means you’ll have a dive buddy from day 1. If you would like to complete your dive study and theory before you travel, please contact us so we can tell you about the online eLearning process.