Top Antigua Outdoor Activities

Cruise on a boat to Stingray City from St. John’s for a unique and memorable experience of swimming with stingrays—leaving all the logistics to someone else. After being picked up from your hotel or cruise port, you’ll cruise to Stingray City, a shallow sandbar where you can swim with stingrays in their natural habitat. Enjoy rum punch on board (21+) and use the snorkeling equipment, all included.

Spend a half-day at the stunning white-sand Fryes Beach on Antigua—without having to deal with logistics and navigation by yourself. Following pickup at the cruise terminal in Heritage Quay, arrive at the beach. You can relax in lounge chairs and swim, or sample various watersports and snorkeling (extra fee). Enjoy lunch and a non-alcoholic welcome drink included, with more drinks for purchase, before returning to your ship.

Maximize your time in St. John’s on this 4-in-1 land and sea tour. Cruise on a boat to Stingray City from St. John’s to swim with stingrays in their natural habitat. Then, see scenic Devil’s Bridge and visit Long Bay for snorkeling. Back on land, enjoy an Antiguan lunch and tour of old sugar plantation Betty’s Hope. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Climb aboard a boat at St. John’s for a half-day at sea—leaving all the logistics to your crew. You’ll cruise to Green Island, one of the 51 islands off Antigua with natural pools, white sand, and sea turtles in the surrounding waters. Enjoy time to snorkel and watch the turtles, and relax on the beach. Then visit Emerald Cove to try and see starfish before returning to St. John’s.

Galleon Beach is one of the most popular snorkeling spots in Antigua, fringed with colorful coral reefs and home to a diverse array of marine life. With this tour, enjoy a guided snorkeling experience from the shore and explore the natural harbor known for its wild sea turtles. While swimming and snorkeling, your guide might also point out rays, sea urchins, sea cucumbers, conch, and various tropical fish species.

Explore Antigua from the back of a tuk-tuk with a local guide to show you around some of the island’s most scenic spots. From the greenery of Fig Tree Drive to meeting local vendors and trying fresh fruit, there’s plenty to do and experience. Visit three white sandy beaches where the only thing you’ve got to worry about is choosing between taking a dip and sunbathing.

Spend a day in Antigua's North Sound, swimming, snorkeling, and learning about the area's natural ecosystem. You'll bird watch at Great Bird Island, go caving at Hell's Gate, visit the turtle conservation project at Long Bay, and learn about the mangrove system at Guiana Island, with a stop for an included lunch along the way.

Experience Antigua’s turquoise waters the easy way — in your own self-drive solar GoBoat. These quiet, electric boats are simple to operate (no experience needed) and perfect for exploring calm bays, hidden coves, and scenic coastline at your own pace. Meet at Valley Church Beach or Mistic Beach Bar — whichever is more convenient for you. Choose a short 1-hour cruise or stay out for up to 8 hours. Full-day rentals include a cooler, snorkeling gear, and beach-hopping tips so you can make the most of your time on the water. Whether you’re a couple looking for a private sunset ride, a family wanting an easy adventure, or just someone who wants to explore without the noise of a motorboat, these solar GoBoats deliver a relaxed, eco-friendly experience. Safety equipment and basic instruction are included. Just show up, hop on, and enjoy the freedom of the Caribbean.

Uncover the island of Antigua with a side of adventure on this guided ATV tour. Drive your own ATV (up to two people) around the island to see landmarks and viewpoints, from Devil’s Bridge to Long Bay to Betty’s Hope historic sugar plantation. You’ll also explore two nature-filled bike trails. Your local guide takes care of everything, and shares insights and wildlife knowledge along the way.

Discover Antigua at your own pace and according to your interests with a fully customizable private tour. Step aboard your private van with a local driver-guide and create the perfect experience: whether you want to relax on the island’s most beautiful beaches, explore historical sites, connect with nature. This tour is designed around you. Unlike standard tours, here you are in control. We'll be happy to suggest itineraries and must-see stops based on your preferences, helping you experience the best of Antigua in just a few hours. What to Expect: Fully private and customizable tour; Flexible duration: 3, 4, 5, or 6 h; Comfortable van with experienced local guide; Tailor-made itinerary based on your interests; Insider tips on beaches, history, nature or snorkeling; Selection of snacks and drinks. Whether it’s your first time in Antigua or you’re looking to explore it more deeply, this tour gives you the total freedom to experience the island exactly the way you want.

Discover the most beautiful beaches in Antigua on this small-group tour. Perfect for those who love taking picture-postcard photos of their holidays or visiting the most pristine and stunning beaches, this half-day island discovery adventure includes visits to several different beaches and bays, where you’ll get the chance to swim in turquoise waters fringed with endless white sands and tropical palm trees.

Hop in your own 2-seater motorized boat and follow a guide to secluded natural locations off the coast of Antigua. In addition to navigating, your guide brings you to the best that the island has to offer, from the coastline views of Darkwood Beach to a snorkeling session at Antigua National Marine Park. Round-trip hotel transport is included for your convenience.

Sea scooter snorkeling tours are popular shore excursion for visitors docked to Antigua and Barbuda. After your guide provides a sea scooter tutorial, dive in and propel through the water, taking in diverse ocean life around you along the way. In addition to souvenir photos, drinking water is included.

Take in the sights and sounds of Antigua by land and sea with this guided tour led by a local spearfisherman. Get the chance to snorkel with sea turtles and explore shipwrecks at Galleon Beach. This tour can accommodate all travelers, even those who do not want to snorkel. Other stops include Shirley Heights and Nelson's Dockyard.

Cruise on a boat to Stingray City from St. John’s for a unique and memorable experience of swimming with stingrays—leaving all the logistics to someone else. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience. Cruise to Stingray City, a shallow sandbar where you can swim with stingrays in their natural habitat. Then visit scenic Devil’s Bridge and relax at Long Bay beach, where you can snorkel, before returning to St. John’s.

Meet Antigua's famous southern stingrays in their natural habitat on one of the island's top-rated experiences. WHY BOOK WITH US? ✔ Resort pickup by air-conditioned van ✔ Short 8-minute boat ride ✔ Ages 0+ ✔ Local professional guide ✔ Rashguard included ✔ Exclusive Personalized Certificate – only on our tour ✔ Assistance before, during and after the tour ✔ No need to arrange taxis ✔ Small-group experience More than transportation to Stingray City: your guide shares local insights and assists you throughout the experience. From pickup to drop-off, enjoy personal assistance every step of the way. A favorite among families visiting Antigua. After a short 8-minute boat ride, enter shallow waters (approximately 5 ft deep) and interact safely with friendly southern stingrays in their natural habitat. No swimming skills are required. Suitable for everyone, from babies to adults. The animals are free and respected, offering an authentic and ethical wildlife experience.

Experience the natural beauty of Antigua on a kayaking adventure. Set out in a calm bay to paddle in clear kayaks that let you view the underwater marine life of the mangroves. Your guide shares information about the island's marine environment and ecosystem as you paddle through the tranquil waters filled with wildlife. Roundtrip transfers from hotels and cruise ports are included.

Avoid the hassle of seeking out a taxi when you arrive at the Antigua Airport by pre-booking a round-trip transfer service to your hotel. A driver will be waiting for you at the airport when you arrive at the airport and will take you straight to your hotel, with no stops at other hotels along the way. This package also includes a return transfer back to the airport at the end of your stay.

Cover more ground along Antigua’s northern coastline without getting footsore with this scenic private e-bike tour. Set off with your guide from Five Islands on a comfortable fat tire bike and skirt the north shore, pedaling through the heart of St. John’s to the historic Fort James on the water’s edge. Explore as far as the 17th-century Cathedral of St. John before the leisurely ride back to the starting point.

Take a thrilling ride through the skies above Antigua on this 1.5-hour aerial adventure across ziplines, suspension bridges and rope challenges. Strap on your helmet and follow your guide as you tackle the park’s numerous aerial obstacles, zooming above the beautiful scenery of mossy boulders, fruit trees and gorges below. This heart-pounding zipline adventure includes all necessary equipment, bottled water and a certificate of completion for your bravery at the end.

IMPORTANT FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS: FOR US IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOUR RETURN TO THE SHIP IN TIME, THAT IS WHY THE VAN AND THE DRIVER WILL ALWAYS REMAIN WITH YOU THROUGHOUT THE TOUR, UNLIKE THE TAXIS THAT YOU CAN FIND AT THE PORT THAT WILL CONTINUOUSLY GO BACK AND FORTH WITHOUT ALWAYS STAYING WITH YOU. THIS IS AN EXTRA TRANQUILITY TO LET YOU LIVE THE TOUR SERENELY. "A few dollars more for so much more serenity." Dickenson Bay has been nominated in the "USA TODAY 10 Best Readers" Choice Travel Awards! The most famous beach of Antigua with the RED TELEPHONE BOOTH NEXT TO THE SEA. The second beach you will visit will be Fort Bay Beach: a captivating Caribbean beach with a rich historical backdrop. The watchword will be FREEDOM and RELAX: a swim in turquoise waters, a romantic walk or simply lots of photographs. PLEASE N.B.: BEACH CHAIRS AND UMBRELLAS ARE NOT INCLUDED.

Experience the beauty of Antigua on foot without the risk of getting lost by joining a guided small-group hike. Active, outdoor-loving travelers will enjoy hitting the island's trails along the coastline and in the hills. Check out the incredible views while being immersed in them, unlike when you're on a bus tour. This tour is best suited to moderately fit travelers who enjoy walking.

See Antigua from a whole new perspective with the help of a guide to set you up for a photo shoot in your own transparent kayak. Relax on the water by yourself or with a partner and soak up the sun while a drone soars above you, capturing the shots of your dreams. With a clear cord tethering you to land if you choose, just sit back and enjoy the waves.