Barbados Horse Racing: Garrison & Beach Tour

Discover Barbados’ rich history and vibrant culture with a unique beach day, horse swimming, and breakfast experience at Carlisle Bay.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Garrison - Starting in 1655, large fleets of British ships and soldiers frequently visited Barbados, establishing it as their operational base. In 1780, the British Government decided to station a permanent garrison on the island, leading to the construction of the Garrisons. The Garrison in Barbados is the largest in the Caribbean. Many buildings…
What's Included
  • Coffee, tea, or juice
  • Breakfast
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Beach chair & shared umbrella
  • Operates on Sundays
Additional Information

Horse racing gained popularity in Barbados during the 19th century, a period when horses were the primary mode of transportation. The Garrison, part of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison, was once the largest British military installation in the Eastern Caribbean.
For some, watching the horses race on the lush green…

Location
Garrison
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Holleronsrh
Nov 14, 2025
Unbelievable experience, a must do! - A special and unique experience definitely a must do! Horses were stunning! I swam & rode out of the sea on STAR, owner was patient and encouraging (happy to pay extra for experience), fab breakfast at Savvy, including a drink later on plus beach beds & parasol (included pick up and return travel from hotel) we stayed all day - the whole package was utterly amazing thank you so much guys!
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Richard_b
Nov 10, 2025
Best value trip Iv ever... - Best value trip Iv ever had.shuttle bus collects you from hotel & returns with several options for return time.amazing experience with the horses & guys with them at brilliant with you(cost us 100bbd each to bathe swim & ride them) onto savvy on the bay lovely breakfast in either price & 1st pick of sunbeds on the beach plus a free drink from the bar.
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Lisa_w
Sep 4, 2025
Awesome activity - Great activity to book. We were taken on a short historic tour and then to Pebbles Beach to meet the horses. The prices to ride the horses are separate from the trip and varies from $25USD to $40USD but the guys would work with you if you can’t afford it. After that we were driven to Savvy on the Bay for free breakfast and then taken to our lounge chairs and umbrella on Brown Beach to relax on the beach. You are entitled to a free drink as well. The shuttle leaves at 11:10am and 1:10pm to take you back to your hotel when you’re ready to depart. Well worth it!
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Paula_g
Dec 4, 2025
Sunrise horse swim. - Starts very early in the morning. But it’s worth it. You can ride and wash some of the horses in the water. The owner of the horse will charge you extra for that
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Ian_f
Nov 4, 2025
A mixed experience - Quite a mixed experience. From a positive perspective, the team members that looked after us were all super friendly and helpful. Seeing the horses in the water was also very special. But, I appreciate outside the direct control of the trip organisers, be aware that the beach area where the horses are is also occupied by several very ‘entrepreneurial’ locals who offer rides on other horses; they are pretty pushy and were openly smoking weed. Not ideal. The beach area that we finished at was busy but pleasant and there is a decent bar with a range of good food outlets if you want lunch.
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Jahkeya_t
Sep 1, 2025
This not horse back riding !!!!!!!!!! - !!!!! This doesn’t include horse back riding!!!!!! This only takes you to horse where they do the horse back riding you have to pay separately for that activity. This only includes ride, breakfast and beach chairs
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From $50
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).