Tiami Catamaran Sailing Cruises
Tiami Catamaran Sailing Cruises
Tiami Catamaran Sailing Cruises
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Climb aboard any of our five breathtaking catamarans and set sail on the crystal clear waters of Barbados. Believe that when you board Tiami Catamaran Cruises you will be greeted by an unbelievably friendly and experienced crew, experience local mouthwatering dishes prepared by our chef and you will also have a fully stocked bar opened all day to indulge at your leisure.Find your adventurous side as we drop anchor where you can snorkel with a shoal of fish, swim with turtles or just admire the vibrant under water sea life. In the warm sunshine, roam the beautiful beaches of Barbados or simply relax on the deck.
Bridgetown, Barbados
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GraemeTi
London, Canada5 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
The cruise was amazing in all aspects. The company is very professional, the crew were thoroughly trained noth in meeting the customers’ expectations and doing so in a very safe environment. The catamaran was very smooth and the snorkeling well managed. If I had to find a do-better, I would advise against serving lunch in transit. (At least not salad with lettuce which tends to blow around 😊)
Highly recommend it.
Highly recommend it.
Written February 22, 2023
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Cal
6 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
We booked a Tiami cruise whilst on holiday in Barbados. We went for the 5 star lunch cruise which was 100USD each. This includes transfers to/from, all drinks, food and obviously the boat and associated activities.
The boat we sailed on was very clean and perfectly suited to the trip. There was enough seating for everyone and it didn’t feel too cramped. The staff were brilliant - Dexter was our captain and him and his crew were friendly and enthusiastic.
We got on the boat about 930ish and came back into port at around 2. We felt it was a good amount of time but could have stayed on it all day !! The bar was open and well stocked - everything is included and I definitely had something close to 100USD in rum punch alone!
We felt the atmosphere was the right mix of party boat / sailing trip. There were lots of families and couples of all ages. The music was great and it really set the scene whilst lying on the netted area at the front of the boat.
The snorkelling was really fun and we saw lots of fish , a ship wreck and turtles! I found that the snorkelling mask provided kept misting / steaming up so I would recommend taking your own if you have them. This was disappointing and the only thing I could fault about the trip.
The lunch food was lovely with fish, chicken and more than one salad mixes with accompaniments.
There are several tour operators in Barbados operating what is essentially the same trip for various budgets etc. Don’t overthink it - if you choose Tiami you will have a great time.
The boat we sailed on was very clean and perfectly suited to the trip. There was enough seating for everyone and it didn’t feel too cramped. The staff were brilliant - Dexter was our captain and him and his crew were friendly and enthusiastic.
We got on the boat about 930ish and came back into port at around 2. We felt it was a good amount of time but could have stayed on it all day !! The bar was open and well stocked - everything is included and I definitely had something close to 100USD in rum punch alone!
We felt the atmosphere was the right mix of party boat / sailing trip. There were lots of families and couples of all ages. The music was great and it really set the scene whilst lying on the netted area at the front of the boat.
The snorkelling was really fun and we saw lots of fish , a ship wreck and turtles! I found that the snorkelling mask provided kept misting / steaming up so I would recommend taking your own if you have them. This was disappointing and the only thing I could fault about the trip.
The lunch food was lovely with fish, chicken and more than one salad mixes with accompaniments.
There are several tour operators in Barbados operating what is essentially the same trip for various budgets etc. Don’t overthink it - if you choose Tiami you will have a great time.
Written August 18, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Steve Morris
6 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
The crew at Tiami Catamaran Cruises were the best as they made our Holland America Sponsored excursion the absolute best we've ever been on! We sailed with the Excellence II crew: Dale, Rudianna, Jahmali, and Jamari and their professionalism, positive energy, and guidance absolutely saved this cruise for us! They entertained while we rode out to two great snorkeling spots, anchored at a beautiful beach for an hour and let everyone dive off the sides of the catamaran while swimming which really was a joy for the kids and us adults alike, and they served us an incredible buffet style lunch while we cruises around the island and Dale pointed out local sight seeing spots and kept us laughing with his humor.
This crew really did save our cruise for us as we had had a disappointing first couple of days but Dale, Rudi, Jahmali, and Jamari welcomed everyone to Barbados with more than open arms. We ABSOLUTELY will be back to Barbados to do this EXACT same trip once again! Kudos to ALL of the Tiami staff for their professionalism!
This crew really did save our cruise for us as we had had a disappointing first couple of days but Dale, Rudi, Jahmali, and Jamari welcomed everyone to Barbados with more than open arms. We ABSOLUTELY will be back to Barbados to do this EXACT same trip once again! Kudos to ALL of the Tiami staff for their professionalism!
Written January 25, 2023
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Alison08
UK158 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
A catamaran cruise in the Caribbean is always going to be nice, but I was a little underwhelmed with this trip.
Firstly the good points…the catamaran was in good condition, clean, had plenty of seating, and was a good size for the number of people on board. The staff were lovely, and attentive. There was a good choice of drinks. The food was good (although see below).
On the negative side, we didn’t cover much distance, and moved very slowly. We went to Carlisle Bay first, snorkelled over a wreck and saw a small turtle. A few people saw a ray. Then we were told that the sea was too rough to go up the west coast so we would head on to the south coast. We sailed the very short distance to Accra Beach and anchored up for another swim (too far to get to the shore and there were jelly fish so no-one stayed in the water long). We stayed there for lunch before motoring back home at a snail’s pace. We didn’t see much of the coastline.
Another Tiami catamaran did the same short trip as us, but at least they sailed and tacked most of the way home, whereas we motored slowly in a straight line. We were very disappointed about that. It couldn’t really be called a sailing trip. Maybe our crew just couldn’t be bothered to put the sails up?
I’m also a bit sceptical about the weather conditions being poor up the west coast - the other catamaran operators must have gone that way because we saw them at Carlisle Bay but they didn’t go south from there like us.
One last point….I am dairy intolerant. I booked through our hotel, who said that if I emailed Tiami they should be able to cater for me. However, Tiami’s response was that they don’t cater for special dietary requirements (their words). They have a standard menu, which they did email to me, but couldn’t/wouldn’t tell me if it contained dairy. Their only solution was that I take my own food! The cruise wasn’t cheap, so I would have expected a reputable company to be better prepared and more helpful. I wouldn’t have booked with them if I’d known this, but I’d already paid a deposit.
Firstly the good points…the catamaran was in good condition, clean, had plenty of seating, and was a good size for the number of people on board. The staff were lovely, and attentive. There was a good choice of drinks. The food was good (although see below).
On the negative side, we didn’t cover much distance, and moved very slowly. We went to Carlisle Bay first, snorkelled over a wreck and saw a small turtle. A few people saw a ray. Then we were told that the sea was too rough to go up the west coast so we would head on to the south coast. We sailed the very short distance to Accra Beach and anchored up for another swim (too far to get to the shore and there were jelly fish so no-one stayed in the water long). We stayed there for lunch before motoring back home at a snail’s pace. We didn’t see much of the coastline.
Another Tiami catamaran did the same short trip as us, but at least they sailed and tacked most of the way home, whereas we motored slowly in a straight line. We were very disappointed about that. It couldn’t really be called a sailing trip. Maybe our crew just couldn’t be bothered to put the sails up?
I’m also a bit sceptical about the weather conditions being poor up the west coast - the other catamaran operators must have gone that way because we saw them at Carlisle Bay but they didn’t go south from there like us.
One last point….I am dairy intolerant. I booked through our hotel, who said that if I emailed Tiami they should be able to cater for me. However, Tiami’s response was that they don’t cater for special dietary requirements (their words). They have a standard menu, which they did email to me, but couldn’t/wouldn’t tell me if it contained dairy. Their only solution was that I take my own food! The cruise wasn’t cheap, so I would have expected a reputable company to be better prepared and more helpful. I wouldn’t have booked with them if I’d known this, but I’d already paid a deposit.
Written December 11, 2022
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Gerard
Syracuse, UT1 contribution
Dec 2022 • Couples
If you want to sit on a boat and drink rum, this is your excursion.
We bought a turtle swimming and beach break tour. Rurtle swimming was 15 minutes and never sit on a beach. Instead a 2.5 hour boat trip with a guide who tells you anything ( expensive restaurants and hotels) about the island, not. It was a waist of my time and next time i will visit a beach on ky own.
We bought a turtle swimming and beach break tour. Rurtle swimming was 15 minutes and never sit on a beach. Instead a 2.5 hour boat trip with a guide who tells you anything ( expensive restaurants and hotels) about the island, not. It was a waist of my time and next time i will visit a beach on ky own.
Written December 5, 2022
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Andrea
Banbury, UK7 contributions
Oct 2022 • Friends
What a special day! 8 of us booked this cruise for the day. Picked up & dropped off with a little history tour on route . The crew were amazing, attentive & snorkels with us, we went snorkelling to see the ship wreck, turtles & sting rays. An Exceptional lunch was included. & cocktails & drinks all day. A jet ski hire or ride was optional while moored up by another company that came to the catamaran.
We Would all go again & cant recommend this cruise or cruise company enough!
We Would all go again & cant recommend this cruise or cruise company enough!
Written October 10, 2022
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Sophie B
3 contributions
Nov 2022 • Friends
We had been on vacation in Barbados for 2 weeks by the time we went on the Tiami Sunset Cruise. As a group of 6, we all agreed this was the highlight of our holiday. The Captain Curtis was warm, welcoming and very knowledgeable about the island. The rest of his staff were super attentive and fun. If you enjoy snorkeling, the sea, sunsets, drinks and purely good vibes, I would highly recommend. (Good for all ages).
Written November 29, 2022
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Mark
Stoke-on-Trent, UK68 contributions
Feb 2020
We had a great experience with Tiami. We booked privately even though we were on a Norwegian cruise, Norwegian offered the Tiami trip but said it was fully booked so we booked privately. I don’t know if this meant that our day was different than the one we would have had if we had booked with the cruise line but I can say that our day was wonderful. The crew were great, they had good knowledge and were happy to chat about the island, it’s history and it’s people, the snorkelling was really good, at no stage were you hurried and we noticed the crew were very kind and helpful towards the inexperienced swimmers and snorkelers. The food was good and so was the rum punch. We would strongly recommend this trip.
Written March 1, 2020
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Pmr32715
Bingley, UK55 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
What a fabulous day! We booked a catamaran last minute for use on a private basis.
Our crew, Captain Sam, Justin & Drew were the best!!
Sam made sure we had the best views whilst Justin gave us all the history and facts of the sights whilst we were sailing along the shore & Drew even brought his drone to get those unexpected special shots!
We got to swim with the turtles, eagle rays and loads of fish!
We saw the shipwrecks and got to explore them without the hassle of crowds.
The crew played music for us and the drinks were plentiful, especially the rum!
The food was delicious and far better than expected!
I’m sure this day would have been amazing with a group however as a private charter it was outstanding and allowed us to end the day with exceptional memories that we will never forget!
Our crew, Captain Sam, Justin & Drew were the best!!
Sam made sure we had the best views whilst Justin gave us all the history and facts of the sights whilst we were sailing along the shore & Drew even brought his drone to get those unexpected special shots!
We got to swim with the turtles, eagle rays and loads of fish!
We saw the shipwrecks and got to explore them without the hassle of crowds.
The crew played music for us and the drinks were plentiful, especially the rum!
The food was delicious and far better than expected!
I’m sure this day would have been amazing with a group however as a private charter it was outstanding and allowed us to end the day with exceptional memories that we will never forget!
Written January 23, 2023
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daniel j
Norwich, UK70 contributions
Jan 2023
we booked the turtle and snorkelling catamaran cruise. Our party was my wife and I and our two daughters (13&7). After an initial panic after getting our pick up time lost in translation, we were collected from the hotel over the road from our villa, by a friendly and courteous driver who took us along with other guests to Bridgetown to meet our boat and crew. Check in was smooth, but its worth noting that you should do your waiver prior as to save some time at check in. we boarded our boat and set off. The crew were lively and friendly and were more than happy to help you with anything. The weather in Barbados was somewhat unpredictable whilst we were there, but on this trip we lucked out with a day of unbroken sunshine. all drinks, including, alcohol, water and soft drinks where flowing from the get go and before long we made our stop to snorkel with the turtles. To be fair and after reading other reviews our expectations where high that we would see turtles, and we did, but unfortunately it was only the one, but none the less we did see it and it was wonderful. After about a 40minute stop we climbed aboard and off to the next stop to swim in the coral and look at the fish, which were beautiful and in abundance and this stop also allowed guests to jump and dive in from the boat which i think my children enjoyed the most. Back on board after about another 40mins the crew served lunch, which we thought was of really good quality, including fresh fish, chicken, rice, salad and slices of cake for desert, all washed down with drinks from the all day open bar. It has to be said that i did read some reviews from previous travellers who said that they felt this was a waste of money, however i would strongly disagree, Barbados at present is so expensive, but we felt this trip, and what you got with it really really represented good value for money.
Written January 12, 2023
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KathyAnn55
Golden, CO57 contributions
Hi, I am curious how many they allow on this excursion? We see it is an option for our Celebrity cruise in early December but we don't like the 40 people on a boat excursion. Thank you so much
Inspiration754117
Westoning, UK9 contributions
We had about 20 on ours which was a perfect number. Some of the cruises we passed were packed. Just check numbers when you book . The crew were fantastic and boat huge
milg8mtg
2 contributions
One person has mobility issues. He would not do the snorkeling, etc. How difficult for him to get on and off the ship at the dock?
516cyclist
Bayonne, NJ173 contributions
Just like the other answers the crew was great, we had older folks on our cruise with mobility issues and they didn’t snorkel but enjoyed the day out and the sun. They will accommodate them to make it a joy.
Shelby S
Lake Purdy, AL
What is the name of the beach we would be visiting? Have done excursion in past and want to make sure it’s the same one.
Alison B
Cornwall, UK49 contributions
We went up as far as speightstown and we also stopped over near holetown ...and we stopped over the shipwreck that was really nice....I don’t think you will be disappointed they run cruises all the time so are very knowledgable on the island and will take you to all the best places...
The crew are great..very experienced and friendly..and the food is great....😎
tylertravels
Birmingham England70 contributions
Do you still get a free “Virgin Holidays” tee shirt with this catamaran cruise?
TheSchu's
Ontario278 contributions
T-shirts are $20
catknitty
Columbus, OH15 contributions
I am thinking about booking this tour. Do they feed the turtles to bring them in or do you just happen to see them? I saw a video where the turtles were being fed.
BernieMat
Cohasset, MN112 contributions
They did not feed them on our trip. Beware if the weather is windy, you will likely not go to the primary turtle area due to larger waves and murky water conditions. This happened to us. Their backup area is pretty bleak on the bottom and is crowded with other boats trying to see the 2 turtles resting on the bottom. I would not go if the winds are up.
Lynsey R
London, UK591 contributions
I am not the best with boats but would really love to do a Catmaran trip during my stay next week. This one seems to be very good. I just wondered how rough the sea typically is. I realise it depends on weather conditions but the pictures all look very calm and I probably could manage if it wasn't too rocky.
got2bebiking
Saint Louis, MO656 contributions
It is a nice size vessel. you should be ok. They don't go out far enough to cause sea sickness.
It is a bit of a PARTY boat. so after snorkeling expect the music to get loud and some guests to over partake on the rum punch. The was far more discouraging for me than the ride itself
Sunflower Queen
35 contributions
I walk with a cane and cannot do steep stairs or ladders. Is this catamaran equipped for the handicapped ?
John B
Liverpool, UK324 contributions
There are steps and a slight incline when boarding the boat. The crew are very good at assisting. My wife walks with a single crutch and she managed it. When on board it is all on the flat although there are steep steps to go to the toilet.
Hope that this answers your question. Regards
John
Hi, are life jackets mandatory for snorkelling?
triana20
Canelones, Uruguay45 contributions
Si, tienen chalecos salvavidas reglamentarios y buen equipo de snorkel.