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Immerse yourslef in the history and culture of San Juan Old Town on a relaxed walking tour that reveals secret spots that you might otherwise miss. Numbers are limited to only 18 people, so you’ll enjoy personalized attention as you tick off top attractions in the 500-year-old historic center.

Experience off-road driving on this Jeep adventure tour. Each vehicle is equipped for four people and allows you to admire stunning views, native animal life and beach tour. Learn about St Kitt's history while admiring the Atlantic and Caribbean seas. Finish at Frigate Bay to relax on the beach with a rum or fruit punch. Air-conditioned vehicles are available and bottled water is provided.

Explore the waters around San Juan on a miniboat, which holds a small group of up to four people. You'll get great, photo-worthy views of the shoreline and listen to guided commentary as you travel. A small group means personalized attention from your guide and an intimate atmosphere.

Escape the crowds on land and admire the St. Lucia coastline from a fresh perspective on a private speedboat charter from Gros Islet. Choose between a boat that accommodates either 10 or 12 people, and relish the freedom to customize your private itinerary—whether you want to snorkel at marine spots, have a mud bath, or visit a volcano.

Hike through Puerto Rico’s lush El Yunque Rainforest, observe local wildlife, and take a dip in one of the park’s pristine waterfalls. Journey through the varied micro-climates and vegetation zones of this unique natural area. Hike through the jungle, learning about the plants and animals that inhabit the area and passing by a series of waterfalls, stopping to cool off with a swim.

Get an overview of Barbados in a day with this sightseeing tour that takes you around the entire island. Travel around in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup to top highlights like Oistins, Bottom Bay, Codrington College, St. John’s Parish, Bathsheba Beach, Speightstown, and Holetown, passing by Bridgetown and Barbados Garrison on the way. Includes lunch.

Get to know Bridgetown, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed capital of Barbados, on this comprehensive walking tour. Exploring with a guide ensures you won't miss any highlights and you'll learn much more about the city's culture and history than you would wandering around on your own. Highlights include the statue of Lord Horatio Nelson, the Nindhe Israel Synagogue, the screw dock, and the Barbados Parliament House.

Explore the capital of Aruba with a local guide on a walking tour of Oranjestad, where you’ll stop at a series of monuments, museums, and shops. Included visits to Fort Zoutman and the National Archeological Museum are a fascinating glimpse of Aruba history, and you’ll discover a long list of Oranjestad highlights that you can return to throughout your time in Aruba, from shopping stops to local restaurants.

Enjoy personalized attention on this private, fully customizable tour of St. Lucia. Choose to visit Marigot Bay, the Governor General's Mansion, the Sulphur Springs, or the island's largest banana plantation, tailoring the day to your interests. Learn about local history and culture along the way while enjoying complimentary beverages, with round-trip private transportation from your hotel included for a seamless experience.

Spend an adventurous day exploring two incredible natural wonders in Puerto Rico on this full-day excursion to the El Yunque Rainforest and Bioluminescent Bay. Hike in the only tropical rain forest in the United States National Forest system. Then continue with a nighttime kayaking trip to the magical Bioluminescent Bay, which features a unique variety of plankton that glow when the water is touched or moved.

Hit the water during this snorkeling tour in Aruba. Using eco-friendly, solar-powered sea scooters, explore the island’s reefs safely and effortlessly. Stop at the Mangel Halto reef and spot hundreds of fish and live corals in their natural habitat. Before heading out, you’ll receive instructions on how to operate the scooter.

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.

To end a perfect day, join this tour aboard a classic schooner in Grand Anse Bay, Grenada, where you’ll sip champagne as the sun sets. This group tour keeps costs down while offering beautiful sunset views, a glass of bubbles, an open bar, and freshly prepared antipasti. Note that a weight limit of 270 pounds applies for safety.

Meet some of the Turks and Caicos' resident southern stingrays and go conch diving on this adventure to the uninhabited Gibbs Cay. Set out from Grand Turk on a spacious boat, enjoying the scenery and sun on the way to your destination. Stop to watch the crew dive for conch (or join in) and then anchor to see a fresh conch salad made in front of you. Once at the cay, slip in to the water and swim with the gentle local rays, learning about their biology and behavior from your captain.

The west coast of Curacao is known for its beautiful beaches, fringed with palm forests and coral reefs. On this tour, spend a day beach hopping and visit popular beaches such as Piskado Beach, Kenepa Beach, and Cas Abao Beach. Along the way, stop to admire the natural wonders of the Shete Boka National Park, visit the Flamingo Sanctuary at St. Willibrodus, and dive in to swim and snorkel in the Caribbean Sea.

Explore the bioluminescence in the luminous lagoon on this group tour from Montego Bay. You’ll keep costs down by booking a group tour, but still have a chance to explore the lagoon as you boat and swim through it. Your guide will even give you a welcome drink of local rum punch to get the experience started right.

Get a comprehensive overview of the sights and landmarks on Aruba during this coach tour. From the vantage point of a comfortable seat aboard an air-conditioned coach, see all of the important sights and listen to informative, engaging commentary from your local guide. Learn about Aruban culture and history during stops at Natural Bridge, Alto Vista Chapel, Casibari Rock Formation, and the California Lighthouse. Round-trip transportation from Aruba hotels or the cruise port is included.

Ride a Tuk Tuk through Willemstad, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed city, during this 1-hour sightseeing tour. Learn about the culture and history of the capital of Curacao from your local guide, who will be on hand to take photos of you throughout your journey. See impressive colonial mansions in Scharloo, the Floating Market, Fort Amsterdam, the governor's palace and visit each of the city's landmark bridges.

Kayak through the waters of Laguna Grande, a stunning bioluminescent lagoon, during this half-day tour from San Juan. Watch the glowing organisms in the water light up as your kayak slides through the water. Paddle through stands of mangrove trees and watch small fish dart through the water underneath your boat like shooting stars. Stop for a break with snacks and refreshments before heading back to your starting point. Use of all kayaking equipment and round-trip hotel transfers are included.

Discover the marine life that lives beneath the turquoise waters of Carlisle Bay. This boat tour from Bridgetown allows you to swim around tropical fish, stingrays, seahorses, and turtles, as well as six different shipwrecks. While on board, you can take in the view from the upper deck or from the glass-bottom viewing area.

Set sail across the Caribbean on this 1.5-hour cruise from San Juan and enjoy unforgettable views of the Puerto Rican capital. Hop aboard a traditional sailboat and sip complimentary drinks as you cruise along the coast. Keep your camera to hand as you pass landmarks and spot dolphins and sea turtles swimming and playing around the boat.

While your ship is in St Maarten's port, swim and lounge at Orient Beach and Maho Beach on this half-day shore excursion. Jet ski, paraglide or sail at Orient Beach, then grab a snack at one of the many bars and restaurants there. Travel to Maho beach and watch jumbo jets fly overhead to land at the nearby airport. A guide, complimentary refreshments and round-trip transportation from the cruise port are included.

Experience the history and food of the island of Nassau on this half-day bus tour. Learn about the traditional food and drink of the Bahamas while tasting samples of authentic dishes. Sip on local beers and bush teas, visit a cake factory, a historical museum, and ancient battle forts. End your day with a Bahamian-style lunch at a local restaurant. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off is included.

Discover the culture, lifestyle, and street art of Puerto Rico on this small-group guided tour. After a city tour in Old San Juan, with a stop at all the main sites, head to the coastal town of Loiza, known for its African culture. End the tour in San Juan's Santurce neighborhood, and learn more about street art during a walking tour of the murals and graffiti in the area.