--- title: Taste of Barbados lang: en type: tour city: Barbados country: Caribbean price: 166 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.68 reviews: 85 duration_minutes: 420 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 12 of 13 (Rum & Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-06 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/barbados/tours/taste-of-barbados/ --- # Taste of Barbados **Guidekin's take:** Combine Barbados Wildlife Reserve, a rum tasting at St. Nicholas Abbey and views from Cherry Tree Hill. Lunch, water and air-conditioned hotel transfers are included, but at least two adults are needed for the tour to operate. 4.68 from 85 reviews at €166 per person for 7h. In our comparison: #12 of 13 in Rum & Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the authentic spirit of Barbados on a full-day journey filled with wildlife, history, scenery, and local flavours. Begin at the Barbados Wildlife Reserve, where you may spot our famous green monkeys roaming freely alongside native wildlife. Continue to St. Nicholas Abbey, a 17th-century Jacobean plantation house, where you can explore its heritage and enjoy a taste of its award-winning rum. Travel through scenic Cherry Tree Hill for spectacular island views before admiring Morgan Lewis Windmill, a treasured symbol of Barbados’ sugar-making heritage. Enjoy a delicious local lunch at Sand Dunes Restaurant, then experience Bathsheba, famous for its rugged coastline, striking rock formations, and powerful surf. End your adventure at Hunte’s Gardens, a lush tropical oasis nestled within a natural sinkhole and the perfect finale to your Barbados experience. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €166 per person - Duration: 7h - Rating: 4.68/5 from 85 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Beautiful (Barbados) Tours and Excursions Ltd - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-06 ## Reviews 4.68 from 85 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 77 of 85. - 5 stars: 69 (81%) - 4 stars: 8 (9%) - 3 stars: 5 (6%) - 2 stars: 3 (4%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Friendly, knowledgeable and licensed tour guide - Bottled water - Lunch - Air-conditioned vehicle ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Barbados Wildlife Reserve** (45m; admission included) - The Barbados Wildlife Reserve offers visitors the chance to experience the island’s wildlife in a peaceful, natural environment beneath towering mahogany trees. Historic red brick pathways, once part of Barbados’ sugar industry, add a unique historical charm to the reserve.... 2. **St. Nicholas Abbey** (1h; admission included) - Located in Saint Peter, Barbados, St. Nicholas Abbey is a historic plantation house, museum, and working rum distillery offering a glimpse into the island’s colonial heritage. Built in 1658 by Colonel Benjamin Berringer, it is one of only three authentic Jacobean mansions in... 3. **Cherry Tree Hill** (pass by, no stop) - Rising approximately 850 feet above sea level, Cherry Tree Hill offers one of the most breathtaking panoramic views in Barbados. From this scenic vantage point, visitors can admire the rolling landscape of the Scotland District, a unique region that covers much of the parish... 4. **Morgan Lewis Sugar Mill** (pass by, no stop) - The historic Morgan Lewis Sugar Mill, built in 1727, is a remarkable symbol of Barbados’ rich sugar-making heritage. Once one of many windmills that powered the island’s thriving sugar industry, it is now recognized as one of the last two functioning sugar windmills in the... 5. **Enjoy a delicious local lunch during your tour at Sand Dunes, featuring a sel...** (1h; admission included) - Enjoy a delicious local lunch during your tour at Sand Dunes, featuring a selection of traditional Barbadian favorites. Savor authentic island flavors with dishes such as fried fish, baked chicken, beef stew, peas and rice, macaroni pie, and fresh salads. This relaxing dining... 6. **Bathsheba Beach** (15m) - Bathsheba, located on Barbados’ rugged east coast, is one of the island’s most scenic coastal villages, famous for its dramatic landscapes, powerful Atlantic waves, and distinctive coral rock formations. According to local tradition, the village was named after the biblical... 7. **Hunte's Gardens** (45m; admission included) - Nestled in the heart of Barbados, Hunte's Garden is a breathtaking tropical paradise where every winding path reveals a delightful surprise. Expertly designed with a series of enchanting mini gardens woven into the larger landscape, the garden showcases an extraordinary... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun - Departures: 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-06 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. - Infant meals not included. - A minimum of two adults is required for this tour to operate. - Your visit to Hunte's Gardens is self-guided, allowing you to explore the beautiful pathways and gardens at your own pace. - Guests are not permitted to feed the monkeys; you’ll have the opportunity to watch the sanctuary staff feed them. - If you are prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking appropriate precautions before the tour and informing your guide in advance. While we understand that motion sickness can occur and will do our best to make you as comfortable as possible, please be aware that some of our island roads can be both winding and bumpy. We must also ensure the comfort of all our guests and maintain the cleanliness of our vehicles. If you become ill on board and vomiting results in the vehicle requiring professional cleaning, you will be responsible for reimbursing the driver for the cleaning fee before the end of the tour. The cleaning fee ranges from US$75 to US$150, depending on the extent of the cleaning required. - Not recommended for guests with limited mobility or anyone who has difficulty climbing stairs or walking on uneven surfaces. ## Compared with other Rum & Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #12 of 13** | €166 | 7h | 4.68 (85) | shared | | [Original Bajan Walking Food Tour](/caribbean/barbados/tours/original-bajan-walking-food-tour/?format=md) | €85 | 3h | 4.85 (1605) | shared | | [Chocolate Factory Tour in Barbados](/caribbean/barbados/tours/chocolate-factory-tour-in-barbados/?format=md) | €23 | 1h | 4.94 (109) | shared | | [Stade's Rum Distillery Tour Experience](/caribbean/barbados/tours/stade-s-rum-distillery-tour-experience/?format=md) | €82 | 1h | 4.89 (140) | private | Ranked #12 of 13 in Rum & Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €186, median €90; typical length 3h. 2 of 13 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/barbados/rum-food-tours-barbados/?format=md ## More in Barbados - All Barbados tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/barbados/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/barbados/tours/taste-of-barbados/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/barbados/?format=md