Barbados Wildlife Reserve

Nature · St. Peter

Rating: 4.7 / 5

The Barbados Wildlife Reserve sits across the road from Farley Hill National Park in St. Peter, in a mature mahogany forest. Unlike a traditional zoo, animals roam largely free, and visitors follow shaded walking paths to spot troops of Barbados green monkeys, red-footed and yellow-footed tortoises, brocket deer, parrots, peacocks, caimans and iguanas. Feeding time in the afternoon is the best window to see the monkeys up close. Run by the Barbados Primate Research Centre, the reserve is one of the island's most popular family attractions.

Contact Information

Address: Farley Hill, St. Peter

Phone: 246-422-8826

Hours: Daily 10am-5pm (last entry 4pm)

About family in Barbados

Barbados is an excellent destination for families with a 99.6% literacy rate and free public education. The island offers the Barbados Wildlife Reserve, Folkestone Marine Park, swimming lessons, horse riding, and Junior Crop Over activities. Libraries, museums, and nature sanctuaries provide educational experiences. This guide covers schools, nurseries, childcare, and family-friendly activities across the island.

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