The Boatyard

[ymncruise]

We went to The Boatyard for our day in Barbados. There was a $35 cover charge per person which included a drink, chair, umbrella, and water activities. The chairs are limited, so it’s probably best to go early in the day. The sand is powdery soft and the beach is beautiful. The water was calm during our visit. The rum punch is really good and strong. I can’t wait to go back. Barbados was our favorite stop on our cruise. 

[sft429]

Did that $35 include a taxi back to the pier?  We usually walk there from the ship but walking back can be a bit more of a challenge.

[ymncruise]

Yes, it included the taxi back to the ship. 

[Joesantos]

The boatyard is a great value in a way as if you snorkel its included with a boat ride to sea turtles and ship wreck. Go early including one drink and ride back to your ship. Happy hour special and the crew and dancers will be there!

[DJLDRUMS]

On 1/28/2023 at 8:42 PM, ymncruise said:

Yes, it included the taxi back to the ship. 

Ill attest to the price, taxi fare and everything you get for $35.00 pp. We were there near the end of March 2023. 

[kelib]

When I went there a few years ago there were taxis/buses going to the boatyard outside the port. Are they still there?

[ymncruise]

Yes, we took one of the multi passenger vans. 

[Cruise till you drop]

On 1/27/2023 at 5:49 PM, ymncruise said:

We went to The Boatyard for our day in Barbados. There was a $35 cover charge per person which included a drink, chair, umbrella, and water activities. The chairs are limited, so it’s probably best to go early in the day. The sand is powdery soft and the beach is beautiful. The water was calm during our visit. The rum punch is really good and strong. I can’t wait to go back. Barbados was our favorite stop on our cruise. 

How far a drive is it from the pier to the Boatyard?

[Cruise till you drop]

Does one need to book in advance or just hop a taxi upon arrival by cruise ship ?

[ymncruise]

I don’t remember exactly, but I don’t think it was far…maybe 15 minutes. We didn’t make a reservation, but the earlier you go, the better chair selection you will have. We had to wait in a slow line to get a wrist band. We were there on a public holiday - Errol Barrow Day - Barbados independence day from the UK. 

[ymncruise]

1 hour ago, Cruise till you drop said:

How far a drive is it from the pier to the Boatyard?

The web site says 3-5 minute drive. It’s not far away. The walk down the pier from where we docked was long In Barbados. 

[carbon]

I read that it is a 15-20 minute walk.

[mjthecruiser]

How do you book this excursion?

[ymncruise]

When you exit the dock, head to the taxi stand. I think the vans were $5 per person and it’s free to come back to the ship. The entry fee was $35 per person and covered a chair, umbrella, and a drink. They have a website with more info. 

[mjthecruiser]

Thank you

[KatNiss Houston]

Last time I went was just before COVID and it was $25 pp, but even at $35 it's a steal.  It included beach chairs and umbrella, a free drink, snorkeling, use of the water toys, and a free shuttle back to the ship.