Is it OK to swim with sharks?

No, you can’t. Swimming with great whites is inherently dangerous. These are large and powerful predators who have eaten people in the past. While they are not as dangerous as films and popular-culture might have you believe, they are also not safe animals to be around without adequate protection.

Can you swim in the sea in Barbados?

Barbados and its beaches are generally quite safe for swimming and otherwise enjoying the ocean. Be aware that though the sea may look calm, strong tides or undercurrents may be present. Pay attention to lifeguards and notices before venturing into the water.

Where is Shark Hole Barbados?

St. Philip Parish
Shark Hole, Barbados is a tiny beach and bay that’s tucked away on the south coast in the St. Philip Parish. This small, secluded beach is popular with locals, families, and visitors who aren’t afraid of getting a little lost.

Are there great white sharks in Caribbean?

Scientists have published papers in the past two weeks that show the Pacific population is growing and that the number of white sharks in the Atlantic, Caribbean and Gulf have likely increased as well.

Are beaches in Barbados safe?

For beach days, most beaches around the island are safe for playing on. However, not all are safe for swimming. Only swim where there are lifeguards around. The east coast is not a good idea for novice swimmers and children, as the offshore currents are strong.

Are there Stingrays in Barbados?

You won’t be alone in the water, as Barbados is teeming with aquatic life, and you’ll be diving amongst Stingray, Manta rays, Barracuda, Angelfish, Grouper, Parrotfish, Triggerfish and Seahorses.

What sharks are in Barbados?

We have seen two sharks so far – a nurse shark and a Caribbean reef shark.” Two of the most commonly sighted species spotted on the North and East Coast.