Top St John's Outdoor Activities

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Spend half a day exploring the great outdoors in Antigua with this group tour. You'll kayak through a lagoon in a mangrove until you reach a private beach. From here, it's off to the Cades Reef by boat, where you'll spend time snorkeling before returning to the beach for an optional lunch.

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.

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.

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.

With 365 beaches it's hard to choose, so we'll choose for you. Long Bay, one of the islands favorites, with its powder soft white sand and tranquil blue water it hard not to fall in love. Explore the natural phenomenon of Devil's Bridge for photo op with its natural bridge and arch created due to the Atlantic's waves crashing into the east coast for hundreds of years, with its numerous geysers and blowholes. Journey through quaint villages to Pigeon Point beach, relax on the sand or take another dip in the beautiful waters, then off to Valley Church Beach. Here you will have lunch and taste delectable local cuisine. Bask in the sun on the beach and just savor the moment. Be sure to capture all of your memories at each stop along the way. Remember in Antigua, where "the beach is just the beginning."

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.

See the whole island in one day: East, South, & West coasts plus Rainforest in a AC vehicle. What sets the Antigua 360° Heritage & Horizon tour apart is the total island coverage and the luxury of privacy. Unlike standard tours that only visit one area, we take you on a complete loop of the island, visiting the rugged Atlantic East Coast, the historic UNESCO South, and the turquoise Caribbean West Coast in a single day. You won’t be crowded on a bus with 30 strangers. This is a experience in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle where YOU set the pace. We include the lush Fig Tree Drive rainforest—a scenic route most tours skip—and provide a local perspective you can’t get anywhere else. With AJ’s Taxi, you get a dedicated guide, a flexible schedule, and a "Cruise-Safe" guarantee to ensure you’re back to the ship on time, every time.

Antigua’s Bikini Beach Bar is on one of the most beautiful beaches on the island—Dickenson Bay—and this is your private invitation to visit for a day of fun in the Caribbean sun. With everything from a lobster lunch cooked up on the beach and return transport to your accommodation included, along with beach umbrellas and a fully staffed bar serving delicious rum punch, all you need to bring is your towel.

You never want a vacation to end; it's never long enough. That's why we've planned this comfortable tour of Antigua. You'll be able to swim in the shallow waters of Stingray City (you don't need to know how to swim because the water is chest-deep). You'll also be able to swim at one of the most beautiful white-sand beaches in the Antilles: Long Bay Beach. Snorkeling here is also perfect for those who want to try this unusual activity (equipment included). A vacation isn't a real journey if you don't understand the origins of its people, which is why we'll take you to the former sugarcane plantation where more than 300 slaves worked. We'll also take you to photograph the most photographed site in Antigua: Devil's Bridge. During the day, we'll savor a dish of authentic Caribbean cuisine. The most comprehensive tour of the island is waiting for you to discover it... Maximum on the group in the van 14 persons BUT at Stingray City will be others people from other companies.

Get your adrenaline pumping on an ATV ride through Antigua’s highlights and hidden gems. The tour’s itinerary showcases areas often missed by visitors, including local villages, Greencastle Hill, Diamond Hole Reservoir, and the secluded Sea Fort beach. Going with a guide ensures you never get lost and learn about the area along the way. Light refreshments are included for your comfort and convenience.

Get up close to Antigua’s vibrant marine life on this private snorkeling tour. Climb aboard a catamaran and set off into the sea. Snorkel, swim or relax on deck as you take a break from the island crowds. All this will build up an appetite, so enjoy a stop off at a local restaurant for lunch. Perfect for a group or family looking for something to do that will keep everyone entertained and happy.

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.