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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.

Discover the history of St. John’s on this guided tour, ideal for those arriving by cruise. Following pickup near the cruise port, you’ll be driven to several historic landmarks. Visit the Blockhouse ruins, Shirley Heights gun battery, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Nelson’s Dockyard. Then, visit Pigeon Point Beach for relaxation on its white sand. Your guide takes care of everything, sharing insights and history along the way.

Sail all the way around the island of Antigua in just one day with this powerboat tour. You'll get the chance to swim with rays before sailing off to dine on an included lunch right on the beach. You'll then head to the Pillars of Hercules for snorkeling and on to Rendezvous Bay for swimming and beach time before heading back to your departure point.

Save time by pre-booking your round-trip transfers from the airport in Antigua to your hotel and back again. Your driver will meet you in the arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name and take you and your luggage straight to your hotel or alternative accommodation. At the end of your trip, a driver will pick you up and take you back to the airport for your departure flight.

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.

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.

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.

Craft your ideal day in Antigua with a private tour tailored to your preferences. Whether you're drawn to historic landmarks, serene beaches, or the island's vibrant culture, this customizable experience ensures you see exactly what you want. Enjoy the luxury of a private driver/guide in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, allowing for a flexible schedule and personal attention. Perfect for couples, families, and small groups seeking an exclusive adventure. - Fully customizable tour to explore Antigua's top attractions or hidden gems - Private driver/guide ensures a personalized experience - Enjoy hotel, villa, or cruise port pickup and drop-off - Ideal for families, couples, or small groups seeking a stress-free adventure

Ready to experience the very best of Antigua in one unforgettable day? Our Beach Hop Tour is your chance to explore four of the island’s most stunning beaches—each offering its own unique vibe, breathtaking views, and crystal-clear waters. From calm, turquoise bays perfect for swimming to scenic stretches of powdery white sand ideal for relaxing, this tour gives you a true taste of Antigua’s coastline. You’ll have time at each stop to soak up the sun, take photos, enjoy the sea, and truly unwind. Want a closer look beneath the surface? Snorkeling gear is included, so you can explore vibrant marine life and discover the beauty hidden just below the waves. Along the way, the good vibes never stop. Stay refreshed with complimentary rum punch, bottled water, fruit juices, and ice-cold beers—all included to keep you cool and in the island spirit. Midday, you’ll enjoy a satisfying local lunch, giving you a delicious taste of authentic Antiguan flavor.

Experience an unforgettable adventure on the east coast of Antigua. Visit Stingray City and Long Bay Beach. This excursion is perfect for families & couples. If you’re visiting by cruise ship, you can book with complete confidence—your schedule is carefully monitored to ensure you return to your ship on time. Hotel guests are asked to wait in the lobby. Sandals guest at their security gate. Your journey begins with your Driver Guide sharing history tales along the way, then a stop at the beautiful Long Bay Beach, where you can relax and swim. You’ll enjoy either 1 hour or up to 2 hours and 15 minutes of beach time. The adventure continues at Stingray City, you’ll be taken by boat to the park. Interact with friendly stingrays in their natural habitat. Feed them, gently pet them, and enjoy the thrill of being up close with these amazing creatures. Capture unforgettable moments with photos that will last a lifetime. You’re free to bring a GoPro or waterproof phone case for memories.

Uncover the island of Antigua on this quaint tour with a local expert guide. You’ll be picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle and driven around the island to see its landmarks and viewpoints, from Sugar Mill and Devil’s Bridge to Shirley Heights and the history-filled UNESCO World Heritage Site of Nelson’s Dockyard. Your local guide takes care of everything, and shares insights, local legends, and fascinating facts along the way.

Discover Antigua beyond the tourist trail with a born-and-raised local guide who knows every corner of the island. This sightseeing tour takes you from dramatic coastal cliffs to historic plantations, UNESCO landmarks and hilltop viewpoints that will take your breath away. Stand at the edge of Devil's Bridge as Atlantic waves crash through ancient limestone. Take in the stunning panoramic view from Shirley Heights, overlooking the famous English Harbour, a sight you'll never forget. Step back in time at Nelson's Dockyard, the world's only working Georgian dockyard and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the storied ruins of Betty's Hope, one of the Caribbean's earliest sugar plantations, and visit the beautiful St. Barnabas Church for a glimpse into Antiguan spiritual life. What makes this tour special is the guide beside you. Genuine stories, local history and insider knowledge passed down through generations. You'll leave with a deeper connection to the island, not just photos.

Make the most of your time in Antigua with a small-group tour that showcases the very best of the island. Forget planning an itinerary or hiring a car, this tour takes you straight to the highlights, including pristine beaches, where you can swim and snorkel, fascinating historic sights, plus a stop to sample rum and taste black pineapple, the island's national fruit. A local guide is on-hand throughout to provide insider insight into Antigua's history and culture.

Hop inside a Jeep and visit some of Antigua’s historical sites on this guided half-day tour. Ideal for first-time visitors, the itinerary includes stops at the cricket stadium, Devil's Bridge, and Betty's Hope. Enjoy a Caribbean lunch (included) at a local restaurant and take a swim at Long Bay Beach. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.

Hike along scenic trails surrounded by lush vegetation like coconut and banana trees on this guided tour in Antigua. Take in views of the island scenery and visit Mermaid Gardens, located at Shirley's Heights in English Harbor. Here, you’ll discover fruitful trees and flowers, plus get a peek of the ocean along the way. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

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.

Shirley Heights is a restored military lookout and gun battery. The Lookout is a high point (about 490 ft.) that affords a superb view of English and Falmouth Harbours, the best view in Antigua. In this fantastic place every Thursday and Sunday at sunset you will have the opportunity to attend 2 typical Caribbean concerts: the first of calypso music and the second of mixed songs interpreted in a reggae key. At the Shirley Heights bar you can taste the best cocktails in all of Antigua, including the Rum Punch. The photo you can take at sunset will be an indelible memory of your holiday and this day.

Embark on ‘Infused’, where Rum Eats Chocolate. Enjoy an intriguing tour in Antigua which is guaranteed to awaken all of your senses. Start your morning with a visit to Antigua’s only CHOCOLATE factory on the Northern side of the Island to learn the art of chocolate making and enjoy locally made chocolate. After your tastebuds have been tickled, we travel to the Southern side of the Island to enjoy locally inspired and made RUM (Gin). Here you will learn how locally grown ingredients are used to make the best gin you will ever have. Along the way there will be locally inspired (Tr)EATS.

Meet Antigua's famous southern stingrays in crystal-clear Caribbean waters. Enjoy a stress-free experience with hotel pickup, a local guide and assistance throughout the tour. WHY BOOK WITH US? ✔ Hotel pickup included ✔ Local professional guide ✔ Rashguard included ✔ Authentic local lunch included ✔ Participation certificate included ✔ Assistance before, during and after the tour ✔ No need to arrange taxis independently ✔ Small-group atmosphere More than transportation to Stingray City: your guide shares Antigua's history, culture and local insights, making the journey part of the experience. Swim alongside friendly southern stingrays in shallow waters (no swimming skills required), relax at Long Bay Beach and enjoy snorkeling with equipment included. Visit a historic sugar plantation, stop at Devil's Bridge and enjoy authentic Caribbean cuisine. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a maximum of 7 guests. Stingray City is a shared attraction and other visitors may be present.

Learn about Antigua’s past and present on this guided tour of the island. This extensive sightseeing tour includes popular sights including Devil’s Bridge, Blockhouse, Shirley Heights, Nelson Dockyard, Fig Tree Drive where you’ll see banana trees, pineapples and more. Plus, enjoy a delicious lunch at one of the local restaurant.

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.

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.

Our Rum and Food Tour isn’t just a tasting experience — it’s a journey into the heart of Antigua’s culture. Unlike standard tours that simply sample dishes or pour rum, we connect every bite and sip to a story. Guests enjoy authentic, locally prepared cuisine made by Caribbean chefs, not commercialized restaurant versions. Each stop is carefully selected to showcase hidden gems, from roadside favorites to historic city corners rich with heritage. What truly sets us apart is the interactive rum experience. Guests don’t just taste rum — they learn about its history, production, and role in Antiguan life, often paired intentionally with local dishes to enhance flavors. It’s immersive, educational, and fun. We keep our groups intimate, creating a relaxed atmosphere where guests can engage, ask questions, and connect with locals. This isn’t a scripted tour — it’s a personalized cultural experience that blends flavor, history, and island vibes into one unforgettable adventure.