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Saint James Parish Tours
Barbados Private Customised Island Tours
4.5

Barbados Private Customised Island Tours

By Kathy’s Tours & Taxi Services
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Ages 0-100
Duration: 3–6 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Bottled water
  • Traditional Bajan Rum Punch OR Local Banks Beer
  • A few snacks for the kids
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • Mostly Sprite
What's not included
  • Entry/Admission - Harrison's Cave Eco-Adventure Park
  • Entry/Admission - Animal Flower Cave
  • Entry/Admission - Barbados Wildlife Reserve
  • Entry/Admission - St. Nicholas Abbey
  • Entry/Admission - Gun Hill Signal Station
  • Entry/Admission - Mount Gay Visitor Centre
  • Entry/Admission - Earthworks Pottery
  • Entry/Admission - Barbados
  • Entry/Admission - Welchman Hall Gully
  • Entry/Admission - Farley Hill National Park
  • Entry/Admission - Barbados Museum & Historical Society
  • Entry/Admission - Flower Forest
  • Entry/Admission - Sunbury Plantation House
  • Entry/Admission - Foursquare Rum Distillery
  • Entry/Admission - George Washington House
  • Entry/Admission - Kensington Oval


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Dear Clients, You can also send your Google location to make the pick up process easier
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Airport pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
      • Grantley Adams Intl Airport, Bridgetown Barbados
      Port pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
      • Barbados Bridgetown Port
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Wheelchair accessible
        • Stroller accessible
        • Near public transportation
        • Infants must sit on laps
        • Infant seats available
        • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 192411P2

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Most travelers can participate
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 192411P2

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        $170.00
        per adult
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        About the operator
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        • Kathy’s Tours & Taxi Services
          82
          Bridgetown, Barbados
          Joined in August 2019
        • TAMAN1951
          0 contributions
          3.0 of 5 bubbles
          Not that great
          Partially our fault as we did not have a list of what we wanted to do. The sad part is that our driver/guide had no suggestions for an itinerary. We finally headed out for a visit to an abbey for a rim tasting. Driver could not find anything without gps. Very soft spoken so we could not hear him but since he knew almost nothing about the island, it didn’t matter. Did not even have an idea about population. Eventually, we gave it up and returned to the ship. Not a great tour.
          Written November 17, 2024
        • Sherpa02668876571
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          sunnies
          i have not been there, but i love julian, but ive seen the pictures and the reviews, and it is my dream to meet julian, hes my idol and i think hes very inspiring, also i love his sunnies (sunglasses)
          Written November 11, 2024
        • Venture790220
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Historical Tour
          Julian did a fantastic job. I told him early on that I was looking to see the history of the island. He understood what I was looking for and delivered.
          Written April 27, 2024
        • 169binar
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          Unreliable for airport transfers
          Unreliable…. Having confirmed a pick up time the day before for our return transfer back to the airport by email, they did not turn up! The phone number provided did not work either. We were left struggling to get a taxi to take us to the airport on time for our flight
          Written March 24, 2024
        • 802farahd
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          WORST PRIVATE TOUR EVER
          Our private guide was the worst. The car smelled marijuana, and had to keep the windows down instead of the AC, because it was making me nauseous. We made the best of it, but the guide did not seem to know where he was doing or what he was doing, and that made us UNCOMFORTABLE. Because of this experience, Barbados has been my worst experience.
          Written March 17, 2024
        • F6304SFkevinh
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Personal tour guide
          Did a private tour and it was amazing! Our driver was awesome and made the day super fun! Highly recommend doing this!! Great price for a personal tour of the island.
          Written March 13, 2024
        • 541cindym
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          What a great experience!
          Julian was amazing. We shopped, stopped at 2 local eateries, 2 beach bars, had a rum tasting, a few historic sites, and sang with Julian while riding in the car. He even came back to return a bag we had left in the car. It was an awesome day in Barbados. What a great experience!
          Written February 18, 2024
        • JensFabry
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Day in Barbeidos
          Had a absolut great Day in Barbeidos, Julian is a great guy and made a wonderful tour for us.. thank you again.. can absolutely recommend them
          Written February 8, 2024
        • FrequentFlier747378
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Unforgettable experience- a day to remember
          Highly recommend this tour. Very professional tour guide Selwyn made our day an unforgettable experience. We have seen some wonderful places all along the island coast.
          Written February 7, 2024
        • nobster666Cardiff
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Lovely day out
          Good communication before trip. Driver was punctual, friendly and knowledgeable. We had prearranged our itinerary and got to see all the sites we had asked to.
          Written January 26, 2024
        • annjV2828HH
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A fabulous island tour. Wonderful Barbados 🇧🇧
          Fabulous island tour. Excellent driver/guide. Very informative. Lovely clean & comfortable car. Highly recommended. 5*+.
          Written January 26, 2024
        • Bikespm77
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          Total Rip Off…Do Not Use!
          Booked a full day island tour with 3M. He sent a taxi instead to drive us around for 4 hours. Still trying to get money back.
          Written January 23, 2024
        • Explore47946946808
          0 contributions
          3.0 of 5 bubbles
          Day out on the island in a taxi with poor AC!
          We were told to meet the driver at our reception at 9.30am we were there at 9.15 waited till 9.40 to be told by hotel staff they had been calling our room there was a driver looking for us we were not invisible. The driver appeared a lovely chap called Edmond. The car was acceptable but dont expect luxury and the AC in the car deffo needed an upgrade. The booking cost £260 for the day and it said we could expect water, rum and alcoholic drinks and also snacks. We received one cold bottle of water each. Edmond was knowledgeable about the island but in essence this is just a taxi ride around the island you really need to research yourself where you want to go before the pickup. We stopped for a local lunch at a Bajan restaurant and out of courtesy we asked our driver if he wished to join us he accepted and we paid! Something i never expected to be doing either. We were back at our hotel by 3pm. The tour ‘boss’ Julian phoned while we were in the car to ask me how it had gone not great when the driver is present how can a client give an honest assessment in these circs! Not an horrendous day by any stretch BUT dont have hight expectations for £260 if u book this company
          Written January 9, 2024
        • ExitBrexit
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Barbados round the island tour
          Julian was a lovely tour guide. He took us on a very enjoyable tour of the island showing us many of the main sites, but not trying to cover them all in one whirlwind tour, exactly as we had asked. We saw Bridgetown main shopping areas, independence Square, National Heroes Square, Rihanna Drive, Mount Gay distillery for rum tasting, Batts Rock, Sandy Lane and had a lovely lunch at the Flower Cave in the north. He also stopped at Pebble Beach and George Washington House and Julian provided us all with cold drinks in the vehicle throughout the day. He also gave us some important insights about life in Barbados for the local population. All in all, a brilliant day out for all four of us and we can all thoroughly recommend.
          Written January 7, 2024
        • Nomad643289
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          Very poor
          We booked this trip but the driver did not show or call. After multiple attempts to contact them with no answer, someone called. We were supposed to get picked up at 9. We finally received a call at 10:15 stating they had vehicle issues. By the time we heard from them, we were able to find an alternate driver for this trip.
          Written January 7, 2024
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        4.5 of 5 bubbles17 reviews
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        Kathy C
        6 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2023 • Couples
        Simply put, Julian is awesome! We cannot recommend him enough. We used his services throughout our week long stay. He was right there waiting for us when we arrived at the airport and took us to our hotel. Took us to Bridgetown one morning to explore a little there. We scheduled a day long private tour with him to see several places on the island. Unfortunately, it got cut short when a tropical depression blew through. So he picked us up a couple days later to finish the tour. We went to Animal Flower Cave, Rode the railway at the Abbey, the Wildlife Reserve (green monkeys are awesome - go at feeding time), Huntes Gardens, Bathsheba Beach. We wanted to indulge in some good local food for lunch. He took us to an excellent spot where the flying fish and sides were just delicious! All along the way, he was so patient with this old lady with mobility issues. While riding around, shared a lot of information about the island, etc. Forget the bus tours, let Julian take you wherever you want to go! You won't regret it.
        Written August 8, 2023
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        Rebekah C
        4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2022 • Friends
        I cannot recommend Julian and his services more! If you are taking a trip to Barbados you NEED to reach out to him! He made our experience that much more enjoyable and relaxing, and was 100% worth the money.

        Julian is readily available, incredibly knowledgeable about all things Barbados and it’s culture, and professional! He gave great recommendations, took us to some amazing spots, and even let us customize our island tour to include spots we were dying to see. He keeps his van clean and has great music and screens for road entertainment!

        Aside from the awesome trip services, Julian became a great friend on this trip of ours because of how personable and kind he was. I am glad he was apart of our trip memories!!! He has a friend in the US if he ever comes up! 😊
        Written July 6, 2022
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        Ahmed Q
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2024 • Solo
        Julian was an amazing tour guide. He's very knowledgable about the island and provided great commentary with all the different places we went. Along with that, Julian was very friendly and chill. An hour into the tour I felt as if i'm with a friend. If your in Barbadoes or planning to come, Julian is the man to show you around.
        Written November 26, 2024
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        Idh1710
        4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2019 • Couples
        Brilliant experience with knowledgeable driver. Vehicle was clean and never rushed you take time to go around. Driver was always prompt and if was late would advise. Vehicle was always clean.
        Written June 27, 2020
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        Jrp
        Thank you 🤝😊
        Written June 29, 2020
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Ashley
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2020 • Solo
        I met Julian in January of 2020 and he is my go to person on the island. He's very personable and I always feel safe during his rides. I've recommended him to my family members whenever they visit me on the island. Julian is a dependable and professional driver. I highly recommend him.
        Written June 27, 2020
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        Jrp
        Thanks🤝😊
        Written June 29, 2020
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Mallory P
        3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2022 • Friends
        Julian is amazing! He is extremely friendly and professional. It seems like he knows everyone on the island! He is also very knowledgeable about the island and it’s history. Julian was also able to offer us airport pickup/drop off and also took us to the grocery store, restaurants, and beaches throughout the week. The private tour is definitely the way to go, as you are able to pick the spots you want to go to and will get to see other parts of the island as well! I definitely recommend taking this tour, you will be in good hands. We will miss you Julian!
        Written June 19, 2022
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        Julia
        Wedmore, UK27 contributions
        1.0 of 5 bubbles
        Really disappointed that I received an email from trip advisor on the morning of the tour saying that they had had a request for a refund (not from me). I messaged the tour operator to see if the tour was cancelled and got no reply and they didn’t turn up. Let’s hope I at least get my refund!!! Appalling service!
        Written April 20, 2024
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        Michael L
        7 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2022 • Couples
        Julian should be your go to guy in Barbados. Seriously a great tour guide and all around person. Can’t say enough good things. Learned so much from him and saw so much of Barbados 🇧🇧 !!!
        Written July 7, 2022
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        Charlie H
        Charlotte, NC4 contributions
        1.0 of 5 bubbles
        May 2024 • Family
        Too bad there isn't an option for zero stars. We tried to book a full day tour of Barbados with 3M Tours through Viator (Trip Advisor). We booked it a week before we left the US and received a confirmation, and of course my credit card was charged. We listed several destinations that we wanted to visit while on the island, but we never heard anything back from 3M. Once we arrived in Barbados we sent several emails and texts to try to firm up our plans. We even tried to call, but the number listed didn't work. So on the day our tour was scheduled, we still didn't have a pickup time or even know if this guy was going to show up. So in good faith we arrived in our hotel lobby at 8am thinking that would be a logical time for a full day tour. Nobody showed up, no number to call, nobody responding to emails. We waited in the lobby area until after 9:00am, and since we still heard nothing and it was our last day we booked an alternate tour through our hotel activity desk (Sandals) for a similar tour that cost more money. Fortunately they had a driver available, so we left the property around 9:45am. At 10:00 this guy from 3M finally calls my wife on a local number that wasn't listed anywhere on his website, and tells us he is in our lobby. I told him since we never received any communication from him, we made other plans and that he needed to cancel the tour. He refused and even logged a complaint with Viator against us while we were touring that day, saying that he showed up to get us and made other plans and left him high and dry. Now I'm stuck trying to escalate my case with Viator in hopes of being refunded the $325 that we prepaid. If you want to be frustrated and have your money stolen, this is the tour company for you!!!
        Written May 16, 2024
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        Passenger38372623572
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2023 • Family
        We had a great day with Julian. He's the best, he make sure that we were comfortable and happy with his service. We wish we can rate him more than five stars. We will definitely chose him for our tour guy again.
        Written November 14, 2023
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