From The Fairmont Royal Pavilion Best Nearby Scuba Diving and Snorkeling (Attractions & Activities) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Barbados Atlantis Submarine (Attractions & Activities - Scuba Diving and Snorkeling) Shallow Draught, Bridgetown  • 246-436-8929 Distance: ~6787.835 km         Description: ST. MICHAEL PARISH. Want to view shipwrecks and coral but don't like to get wet? A tour aboard the $3 million, 28-passenger submarine Atlantis is just the ticket! Your visit begins with an informational video; then you board the sub, submerge to a depth of 130 feet, and begin a narrated tour of a shipwreck, sponge garden and coral reef. Divers accompany the sub and feed the fish so you get to view many colorful species at close range. After your trip you are even awarded a dive certificate! This is family-friendly entertainment, but children must be at least 3 feet tall to participate. Atlantis also offers an exciting "power snorkel" adventure, which makes use of individual hand-held underwater scooters. Bell Buoy (Attractions & Activities - Scuba Diving and Snorkeling) Rockley Beach Distance: ~6787.835 km         Description: CHRIST CHURCH PARISH. This reef lies 20 to 60 feet under the water, making it a great spot for novice and intermediate divers. The reef is dome-shaped and home to brown coral tree forests and angelfish, blue chromis and parrot fish. The shallow depth of the reef allows plenty of light to filter down, making it an excellent choice for underwater photography. Carlisle Bay (Attractions & Activities - Scuba Diving and Snorkeling) Bridgetown Distance: ~6787.835 km User Rating: 8.5 / 10         Description: ST. MICHAEL PARISH. This marine park is located in a natural harbor and is well suited to beginners since many of the wrecks sit in only 25 to 60 feet of water. Seven ships have been submerged here, including the Berwyn, Eilon, C-Trek and Fox. In addition to old cannonballs and anchors, divers can expect to see frogfish, seahorses and eels. Dive Shop, Ltd (Attractions & Activities - Scuba Diving and Snorkeling) Bay St Aquatic Gap • 246-426-9947 • 888-898-3483 Distance: ~6787.835 km         Description: ST. MICHAEL PARISH. The island's oldest dive shop offers equipment rentals and instruction. The experienced divers on staff will also be happy to point you toward the island's best dive sites. Guided dives are offered Sunday-Friday; call ahead to schedule. Dottins Reef (Attractions & Activities - Scuba Diving and Snorkeling) Holetown Distance: ~6787.835 km         Description: ST. JAMES PARISH. This coral reef is located off the coast from Holetown. It's a terrific spot to find many varieties of tropical marine life, including barracudas and turtles. The dive depth is 40 to 60 feet. Folkestone Marine Park & Visitor Centre (Attractions & Activities - Scuba Diving and Snorkeling) Church Point, Holetown  • 246-422-2871 • 246-422-2314 Distance: ~6787.835 km         Description: ST. JAMES PARISH. Combination recreational park and educational museum/aquarium, Folkestone has numerous things to recommend it. Along with tennis and basketball courts, the park has good snorkeling, and experienced divers can check out the Stavronikita shipwreck. Families will enjoy the museum and aquarium, and there are also picnic facilities and a playground. Hightide Watersports (Attractions & Activities - Scuba Diving and Snorkeling) Coral Reef Club, Holetown  • 246-432-0931 • 800-970-0016 Distance: ~6787.835 km         Description: ST. JAMES PARISH. This dive operator features a variety of exciting adventures. One- and two-tank dives are possible, including night reef dives and dives to explore wrecked ships. Instruction is available, and they will transport you to the dive site. The company also offers a variety of other watersports such as kayaking, banana boats, water skiing, sailing and snorkeling. Maycocks Bay (Attractions & Activities - Scuba Diving and Snorkeling) Distance: ~6787.835 km         Description: ST. LUCY PARISH. Visibility often reaches more than 100 feet at this wonderful dive location. Several large coral reefs are divided by stretches of white sand, and rays and barracudas are frequent visitors. Silver Bank (Attractions & Activities - Scuba Diving and Snorkeling) Clarke's Reef Distance: ~6787.835 km         Description: ST. MICHAEL PARISH. This 60- to 80-foot dive is appropriate for intermediate to advanced divers. The coral reef attracts beautiful tropical fish and sea fans. The Atlantis submarine operates in the area, and fish are attracted to it, thanks to the frequent feedings they receive! Stavronikita (Attractions & Activities - Scuba Diving and Snorkeling) Folkestone Marine Park, Holetown Distance: ~6787.835 km         Description: ST. JAMES PARISH. This 365-foot Greek freighter was sunk to form an artificial reef. The wreck lies in roughly 120 feet of water, and butterfly fish and tropical corals abound. It is possible to fully explore this huge ship. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.