HARRISON’S CAVE & SCENIC DRIVE
Harrison’s Cave is a natural phenomenon, quite in a class of its own. Formed from a type of crystallized limestone, this cavern is one of the most spectacular natural attractions in Barbados. Though created over the course of hundreds of thousands of years, Harrison’s Cave has only been accessible to the public for approximately 40 years. The first recorded history of Harrison’s Cave dates to 1796, but it then lay undisturbed until it was rediscovered in 1970 by Ole Sorenson and developed by the Government of Barbados. First, you will watch the short Discover Barbados film to learn more about the destination itself.
After the video you will be taken to the Cave Interpretation Centre where you will watch another short film on the formation of the caves. Then, it is time to put your helmets on and board the electric tram that will take you down into the cave. As the driver pulls away, your guide will commence their commentary and you are on your way to a memorable experience you will see the chambers, stalactites, and stalagmites, bubbling streams, tumbling cascades, plunging waterfalls and emerald pools. Throughout the almost mile long cave the flowstone covered walls glisten in the lights as the calcite laden waters drip down from the roof. At various points, the tram stops to allow passengers to disembark and have a closer look at the beauty at hand. Learn about how long it has taken for these features to form and take in the peacefulness of the cave itself.
There is one stop that takes place at the lowest point in the cave, where a waterfall plunges into an emerald pool. Once you have returned to the surface, stretch your legs on a walk along a nature trail. Reconnect with nature while learning about the local flora and fauna. Then, chill out island-style at the Green Monkey Bar & Grill, browse the Welchman Hall Gift Shop & Boutique, or take in the Mount Gay Rum Experience to learn more about the history of rum in Barbados. Flash photography is permitted – not video – so take your camera.
Please note: Camouflage clothing is not permitted in Barbados. Helmets are provided and mandatory to wear on this tour. Some water droplets can drip inside the cave while on tour.
