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In Barbados, December means soft sunlight, a cool breeze, and the calm sea setting into a clear blue. This month initiates the dry season, and this is the best time when the ocean turns calm, and you can try some fun things to do in Barbados.
Most people who visit in December stay around four to seven days. Here is an itinerary that combines the basics: the beach, a few nature stops, some local culture, and one underwater trip.
There is enough variety for almost anyone visiting, whether you’re on your own, having a family vacation with kids, or with someone special you want to share a memorable year-end with.
The star experience? Atlantis Submarines Barbados, even on a short trip. You get into a submarine and view bright reefs, marine life drifting by your window, and even a shipwreck.
Here is how your trip should flow along, with easy moments in between -
You really don't have to do much on the first day; Barbados does the welcome. After you check in, find your way to the west or south coast, as the beaches here are calmer. If you’ve got kids, this is the simplest thing to start your trip. Let them splash around or play in the sand while you slip into the rhythm of the island.
Enjoy the warm sunset and see the hue highlights of orange, peach, and soft coral shades. This is one of the most soothing activities to do in Barbados. A calm sunset is a smooth start to your holiday and is one of the most underrated fun things to do in Barbados.
Day 2 is when the wow moments begin. Of all tours in Barbados, the Atlantis Submarines Day Dive will allow you to step into a marine documentary minus the scuba tank.
It is a little surreal the first time you see this submarine and slide inside, smoothly descending into the deep to observe how the blues change with every feet. The cabin is cool and comfortable, with the reef visible outside your window. Schools of tropical fish swirl by, and colourful corals stand like underwater sculptures.
It is further included in the list of top things to do in Barbados with kids (children above 3-feet tall ), who love the novelty of going inside a real submarine. Seniors and adults appreciate this as one of the most effortless things to do in Barbados, with no swimming, no gear, no stress.
You will cruise by a shipwreck, and possibly see turtles drifting along or flashes of electric blue parrotfish. Whatever comes along, it is easily one of the most memorable fun things to do in Barbados.
This is one of the high-value tours you can take in Barbados, especially on a short trip, as it just fits so much into a single outing.
In Barbados, it is not just about its coastline. In the wake of the sea magic, go for the more earthy beauty of the island. Here are a few Barbados things to do and see -
Flower Forest has a quiet and gentle feel to it. The walking paths wind through tall greenery, and every now and then, you turn a corner and get a view that makes you stop for a moment.
PEG Farm is a different kind of outing. It’s open, simple, and has that laid-back countryside vibe that you don’t always expect in Barbados. You’ll see the gardens, the open fields, and a slower style of life that feels pretty genuine.
If you're in Barbados on a weekend, stopping by a farmers market is an easy, pleasant break. Explore its fresh produce, handmade art, and interact with friendly locals.
If the Day Dive left you impressed, the Night Dive will leave you with your mouth agape.
Of all the Barbados tours, an Atlantis Submarine Night Dive is one of the most exciting.
Imagine going deep down in the blue Caribbean waters as the submarine spotlights illuminate the reef's secrets . You can see fish amongst the coral and crevices, some species appearing only at night , and the whole seabed like a dreamscape. It is quiet and incredibly peaceful. The submarine’s lights can also bring out the colours of the reef and shipwreck.
This is highly recommended for people who want to explore fun things to do in Barbados after the sun sets. Families enjoy it because it’s safe and unique, couples find it romantic in a subtle way, and children tend to carry the memory for a long time. If you’d rather stay on land, you’ve got some nice alternatives that don’t require much planning -
Both offer a relaxed, enjoyable night that still captures the spirit of Barbados.
By the time you reach Day 5, you will have a sense of what you’re in the mood for. For people who still want to keep going, try -
In these later days, if your holiday stretches longer, you can shape the trip exactly as you want. You can explore -
Days 6 and 7 leave you to your choice, depending on how you feel. Whatever the variation, all end up with plenty to do in Barbados.
When you only have a few days, the chaos of not missing a single thing doesn’t allow much peace or serenity. This is where Atlantis Submarines Barbados excels -
Why travellers love it
You will hardly find such a submarine night dive anywhere in the world. You see more underwater beauty in one trip than most people see in a week.
To balance your itinerary, consider pairing your dives with the following:
Yes. It's one of the clearest months of the year, when the season is dry, and when you can witness the beauty of the blue sea.
Not required at all! The Atlantis submarine tour keeps you dry and comfortable.
Very. The season serves vacationers who would want to celebrate Christmas and New Year holidays here and experience the festive and warm spirit of Barbados.
Barbados in December naturally puts you in a slower, calmer frame of mind. It’s easier to enjoy the warmth, notice the little things, and let yourself settle into the island.
This itinerary brings together the pieces most people enjoy - beaches, culture, nature, and a peek below the surface.
Make the vacation your own, but don’t skip the Atlantis Submarines experience. Most visitors end up calling it their highlight for a reason. Not everyone gets to see the Caribbean Sea from the inside.
Book your adventure here if you're ready to make that memory. A submarine dive is a moment in time that you'll recall long after the holiday is over.
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Atlantis Submarines Barbados is located in the Shallow Draught Bridgetown, Barbados and the tour is operated on Freshwater Bay Reef which ironically gets its name due to rain water ending up on the reef.
Media Coverage of 2023 World Environment Day and Atlantis Submarines Barbados Living Classroom Program
Our tagline sums it up: 'Experience a unique underwater adventure in a real Submarine!' Atlantis Submarines specializes in making the underwater world accessible to those who don't dive by taking them underwater in a fully air-conditioned cabin. Being aboard a real, untethered, free-moving submarine in the natural marine environment can be done in only a few places in the world.
June 5th 2023, The Shallow-draught, Bridgetown, Barbados- Under the theme “Living Sustainably…Reduce Plastics Pollution to Protect our Blue Economy”., Atlantis Submarines and the Ministry of Environment reestablished its long-standing partnership focused on environmental education, for World Environment day.
The Atlantis Submarines is one of the most popular activities to do in Barbados. It is the most comfortable way to experience underwater marine life without needing any special equipment or instructions of any kind.
