If you prefer a quieter day on the water, Barbados has small-group catamaran cruises that cater for 12 to 14 guests. You get more space, a more personal crew and an easier time getting on and off the boat. Each one still includes snorkeling, a turtle swim, food and drinks and transport arranged for you.

Quick answer: which small-group cruise should you choose?

Smallest boat (up to 12 guests): the Small Catamaran Cruise.
Premium day cruise (up to 14 guests): the Premium Catamaran Day Cruise.
Small-group sunset (up to 14 guests): the Premium Sunset Cruise.

Small-group cruises compared

Cruise	Time of day	Duration	Group size	Onboard
Small Catamaran Cruise	Daytime	5 hours	Up to 12	Bajan buffet lunch and unlimited drinks
Premium Catamaran Day Cruise	Daytime	5 hours	Up to 14	Lunch buffet and drinks
Premium Sunset Cruise	Afternoon and sunset range	4 hours	Up to 14	Light bites and a premium open bar

Small-group cruises one by one

Small Catamaran Cruise

The Small Catamaran Cruise is our smallest option, limited to 12 guests. It is a five-hour sailing catamaran day with a turtle swim, a shipwreck snorkel, a traditional Bajan buffet lunch with banana bread, and unlimited drinks, with shade and an onboard toilet.

Premium Catamaran Day Cruise

The Premium Catamaran Day Cruise caters for up to 14 guests. You swim with turtles and snorkel over a shipwreck, with a lunch buffet and drinks onboard and a friendly crew looking after you.

Premium Sunset Cruise

The Premium Sunset Cruise is a four-hour cruise for up to 14 guests, with two snorkel stops, light bites and a premium open bar.

Is a small-group cruise right for you?

Choose a small group if you want a relaxed, personal day, are travelling as a family or a few couples, or simply dislike crowded boats. If you want a lively party atmosphere or you are a larger group, see our party boat guide instead.

Good to know

Turtle sightings are wild-animal encounters and cannot be guaranteed. We collect from hotels and apartments on the west and south coasts. Pay in full online to secure your date and we confirm within 24 hours. Dates depend on availability, and if we cannot accommodate your date your payment is refunded in full.

Common questions

What is the smallest catamaran cruise in Barbados?

Our Small Catamaran Cruise is limited to 12 guests.

Can I book a small-group cruise for a bigger party?

Please contact us with your group size and we will help you choose.

Compare every option in our catamaran cruise guide or view all catamaran cruises.