Hiking In Barbados

Join the Barbados Hiking Association to trek through cane fields, gullies, tropical forests and coastal communities, exploring the unique geological and social structure of Barbados. Along the way you will meet new friends, enjoy healthy exercise, and observe the delicate balance of the unique heritage and environment of Barbados.

The hikes are FREE but donations are welcome.

Times

All morning hikes (multiple groups) start at 6:00 a.m.
Afternoon hikes (medium pace only) start at 3:30 p.m. except the special moonlight hikes which start at 6:00 p.m. You are advised to bring a torch to the moonlight hikes.

There is a morning hike and an afternoon hike on every Sunday EXCEPT the date of the Great Train Hike.

Place

All hikes start and finish at the meeting place.
🚶‍♀️ January - March hikes
🚶🏿‍♂️ April - June hikes
🚶🏼‍♂️ July - September hikes
🚶🏽‍♀️ August - December hikes

Hiking Groups

The morning hikes are broken down into the following groups. The afternoon and moonlights are one group only at medium pace.

Stop 'n' Stare (easy) typically covering 6 miles
Medium typically covering 8 miles
Brisk Medium typically covering 10 miles
Grin 'n' Bear (challenging) typically covering 12 miles

All hikes last approximately 3 hours.

Dress

Loose clothing, comfortable hiking boots/sports shoes, sunscreen, hat. Bring your camera and a bottle of water.

Hike With A Local Guide

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