Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua
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Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda
- 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- The combination tour offers both land and sea experiences
- Enjoy the personalized attention of a private tour
- Admission to Shirley Heights and Nelson's Dockyard is not included
What's Included
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentUse of Snorkelling equipment
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission Fee - Shirley's Heights, and Nelson's Dockyard$15.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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Pickup details
We can pick you up wherever you may be on the island. Cruise ship travelers will meet in the parking lot right next to Rum Runners Bar which is a very short walk after you exit the ship. I will be waiting there wearing a bright yellow shirt, I have a large beard and bald head and I am pretty hard to miss. I contact all guests a day or two before your tour to get room numbers and give additional pickup information. Last minute bookings will receive a phone call or text message from me as well for pickup information. So make sure your phone number is correct when booking!
What To Expect
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Galleon Beach
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- If you have mobility issues do not book this tour
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Jessica_T
We had a wonderful day with Johnny. We got picked up at our hotel and spent time at the Dockyard, Shirley Heights mountain. Then off to swim with the Turtles, Stingray and explore a few shipwrecks. I do recommend being a decent swimmer. It's alot of swimming around a bay although pretty shallow. Read the description, there is no boat. We misread. However, we had a fantastic time and Johnny was really funny. We got some great history and island life discussion and education. Highly recommend!
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Tyler_C, Aug 2026
Our tour with Johnny was one of the highlights of our trip! He made it easy to see several highlights of Antigua at once. We particularly enjoyed the snorkeling since we were able to easily see several sea turtles, lobsters, and an eagle ray. We felt safe while in the water with Johnny and didn't find the swimming strenuous at all given the bay is protected and the water was very calm during our visit. Huge thanks to Johnny for the GoPro footage captured in the water!
William_M, Jul 2026
We had a fantastic experience on the historical tour of Antigua and the snorkeling excursion at English Bay. Johnny was an excellent guide who was knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about sharing Antigua’s history, culture, and modern-day lifestyle. His enthusiasm made the tour both educational and enjoyable. The snorkeling was a perfect complement to the tour, with beautiful clear water, colorful fish, and stunning scenery. The entire excursion was well organized and offered a great balance of learning and relaxation. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Antigua who wants to experience the island’s rich heritage and natural beauty.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thanks so much for the review William! So happy you enjoyed your time with me. I am always trying to share as much knowledge about my island, and its underwater life as possible. Thanks again for booking and for supporting my small business over the larger tour companies out there. I greatly appreciate it. Much love from my little rock!
James_P, Jun 2026
Great tour and experience. Johnny was very friendly and knowledgeable. A must do if you enjoy history and snorkeling.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thanks James, I enjoyed your company.
Mandy_W, Jun 2026
Johnny is the bombshiz! Super knowledgeable, fast paced, attentive, quick responder, patient, friendly and knows all the hidden gems. Ask whatever questions you want and he’s got your answer! His tour was extremely fun, from story time to snorkeling. We would do it all over again when we visit! Thank you!!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thanks so much for the review guys, enjoyed your company very much! Wishing you all the best in your future travels, and hope your journey home is a safe one!
Shari_G, Jun 2026
My daughter and I had a wonderful trip with Johnny. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the island; we saw Shirley Heights and Nelson’s Dockyard. The snorkelling was the highlight for us. We saw an eagle ray, sting rays, and turtles. Johnny gave us a wonderful tour. Safety is very important to him and we certainly appreciated his concern for us in and out of the water. I would recommend this tour for families.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thanks so much! You and your daughter were great guests and decent swimmers. Happy you had a good time and I hope I was able to help you make some lasting memories with your daughter!
Chelsie_S, May 2026
We really enjoyed the trip with Johnny. From the moment he picked us up, we felt like we were in a safe and knowledgeable pair of hands. It was great to hear his insight and experience of living in Antigua whilst driving. At both stops Johnny gave an informative introduction and then we had some time to explore independently. The highlight however was the snorkelling stop where we saw two turtles and a stingray. Having Johnny film the snorkelling is a great addition!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks so much Chelsie, you and your husband were great to be around and great swimmers as well! All the best to the both of you, in your future travels!
Michelle_R, May 2026
Amazing experience! Johnny is extremely friendly and knowledgeable about Antigua’s history, he taught us all about Nelson’s dockyard and Shirley’s Heights while also giving us enough time to take in the views. The snorkeling was also incredible and he even sent us personalized go pro footage of what we saw! Highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks for the review Michelle, I enjoyed you and your mom's company very much! Wishing you guys all the best!
ROBERT_M, May 2026
Johnny is very knowledgeable and very personable. Goes the extra to make it a great experience. The plus was video of our snorkeling and some history.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks for booking. Happy you enjoyed your videos!
Emily_C, Apr 2026
Well worth the $. Johnny drove over an hour just to pick me and my husband up for the tour. We started the tour at Nelsons Dockyard and Shirley Heights and then went to Galleon Beach to snorkel. Johnny recorded videos for us during snorkeling and emailed them back to us that evening (no additional cost). We saw shipwrecks, fish and a sea turtle! Johnny was very professional and personable. We would book this experience again!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks so much for the review, I am so happy you had a good time on my tour. I am always trying my absolute best to show as much life as possible underwater. Wishing you newlyweds all the best in your future together!
Trevor_T, Apr 2026
Our time with Johnny was great! He was very personable, knowledgeable of island info, and a great tour guide. Once we got to our snorkeling location, he got right to it and got us in the water. We saw turtles, octopus’, corals, fish, even 2 wrecks! Plus he did a video for us and shared it with us at the end. Great experience and would do it again
Response from Host, Apr 2026
So happy you enjoyed your time with me! I always try my best to show as much life as possible when we are in the water. Thanks for the review. Much love from my little rock!
Tyler_C, Apr 2026
Friendly , knowledgeable and very accommodating. The private tour is the way to go. Beautiful and intimate time with my wife.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks Tyler, all the best to you too with your future, and the baby!
Boise_D, Apr 2026
Johnny was friendly and energetic, had a decent van and took us just to the essential highlights of the Dockyard, English Harbor and nice snorkel adventure with sea turtles. A perfect 1/2 day private tour for a great price.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks Boise, glad you enjoyed your time with me. Hoping you have a safe hassle-free journey home.
Robert_K, Mar 2026
The tour owner and operator, Johnny, did an excellent job ensuring we had a really enjoyable time during our excursion. He was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. The tour allows for just enough time at each stop to enjoy it without feeling rushed or feeling like time is being wasted by spending too much time. Definitely a good tour for cruise ship guests or those with limited time. Definitely would recommend to others!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks so much Robert, you guys were good swimmers and great guests, thanks for the good company and conversation. All the best for the future!
lindaguynn, Mar 2026
Johnny was knowledgeable about the island and its history. Personable and personalized service. Beautiful snorkeling location.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for the review Linda, you guys were great guests!
SHELLY_M, Mar 2026
Overall great excursion. Johnny is very personable, friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating.
Highly recommend to book with Johnny( fellow Canadian)!!! :)
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks Shelly! Hope you enjoy the rest of your time here!
Brian_S, Mar 2026
Johnny was knowledgeable & friendly and an expert at snorkeling, who knew exactly where the turtles & shipwrecks were.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for the review, all the best in your future travels man! Much love from my little rock!!
William_G, Mar 2026
Very poor day for snorkeling - water was VERY cloudy with low visibility. John, however, was delightful & accommodating with plenty of knowledge of the history & culture of Antigua. He could not create clear water but did everything else to make us comfortable. We did not find the effort to swim out difficult in the least.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Yes the visibility was very bad that morning, something we are really not used to. Very rarely happens. Happy you guys still enjoyed yourselves regardless. It actually got sort of better by the aftenoon, and we were able to see a turtle, hopefully it will be much better by tomorrow morning.
Gary_R, Mar 2026
A very fun experience seeing the island then many sea turtles when snorkeling. We were a group of 6 and Johnny’s vehicle did not fit us very well. It would be perfect for 4 or 2. Also, there is a lot swimming to snorkel, so when he says there is physical exertion he means it, but we were all in decent shape and loved the activity.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks for the review you guys were a lot of fun. Seating is tight with a group of 6 but its a private tour so at least your close to your pal, and not a stranger. The vehicle does have 6 seats with seatbelts, but people have different statures and levels of comfort, and that's fine. A larger vehicle is in the works anyways, hoping to be able to accommodate up to 15 people soon.
Snorkeling should be effortless if done correctly, you just lay flat and float on the surface of the water and let your flippers do the work, it should really require no effort at all, but everyone has different abilities and it is my job to try to show people a good time regardless of their abilities. We snorkel in a very calm natural harbor, so there are virtually no waves or current, and loads of guests find it very easy, but like I said everyone's different. Thanks again for booking my small private tour over the larger companies out there, it is greatly appreciated!!
Paul_G, Mar 2026
This is a fabulous small group experience. Between 2-6 people. Johnny is very knowledgeable loves the water, loves the island. He took us to the Nelson Dockyards and other historic sites. He was able to take us through areas that helped us avoid the crowds from bus loads of tourist. Our final stop, which was galleon Bay was spectacular. He snorkeled out with my husband, and there are a couple of shipwrecks there plus they saw sea turtles and other fish and Johnny took videos which he uploaded and emailed to us at no extra cost. I would highly recommend this tour if you want personal service with a delightful young man.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thanks so much Paul it was my absolute pleasure to take you snorkeling, and show you some nice sites on the island!
Giselle_G, Feb 2026
We loved the experience and Johnny was an awesome host. This is a private tour! He was very knowledgeable about the island.
Nelson’s Dockyards and Shirley Heights are two sites that showcase the heritage and beauty of the island. If you haven’t heard of “World’s Toughesr Row” - look it up! It’s rowing across the Atlantic from Canary Islands to Antigua. We were fortunate to see one of the last three boats arrive. Amazing!
It was our first time snorkeling from the shore and we loved the experience. We saw a stingray swim right beneath us, and the turtles were actively swimming around us and going up for air. It was clear Johnny knew the hotspots that Galleon beach had to offer. He took a number of videos that he shared with us after our tour.
Overall, a great experience! Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thanks so much for the review Giselle, you and Denis were great company, and good swimmers. Hope you thoroughly enjoy your time here on my little rock in the sun!
Thomas_J, Jan 2026
As a private tour guide Johnny is a great personality. Fun and knowledgeable. Visibility was poor for the snorkel portion of this trip but he did a great job making the best of it for us. Even spotted a sea turtle.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thanks Tom I appreciate you booking and I enjoyed your company. Even with bad visibility I try not to even get out of the water until we see a turtle.
Marika_S, Jan 2026
It is a very valuable experience for anyone who wants to see the island and experience top scenic attractions like Shirley Heights and Nelson’s Dockyards. However the guided snorkelling was the highlight! Saw sea turtles, sting rays, baby Octopus and even a shipwreck! Johnathon provided us with the history of Antigua, and pointed out areas of interest all along the way. So thankful for this experience!!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thanks so much Marika, you and Darren were great guests and great swimmers as well. So happy to hear you had a good time on my tour. Hope you enjoy the rest of your stay here. Thanks again!
Kyle_S, Jan 2026
This is a must do tour while in Antigua. Johnny picked us up promptly at the stated time and then expertly guided us through the sites on Nelsons Dockyard, Shirley Heights, and Galleon Beach. We had plenty of time at each site as well as free time to walk around at our leisure.
The snorkeling was the highlight where we were fortunate to see two turtles.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thanks so much Kyle, I enjoyed showing you around and giving you tips for the rest of your trip. I hope you thoroughly enjoy the rest of your time here on my little rock! Much love!!!
John_C, Jan 2026
Johnny did a great job and made our Excursion both educational and fun. I would recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thanks so much John! You and the gang were great company! Hope you enjoy the rest of your cruise, all the best in your future travels. Much love from my little rock!
Tom_D, Dec 2025
Our tour guide Johnny did a great job of showing us the island and telling us the history and background of what we were seeing. He took us up to Shirley Heights for some great family pics. Finally, he took us to the best snorkeling spot on Antigua. We saw some great fish and got to swim with the turtles. I would highly recommend going on the tour with Johnny.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thanks Tom! Hope you had a safe hassle free journey home! Much love and all the best for the new year from my little rock!
Jeanne_A, Dec 2025
Johnny is a wonderful, knowledgeable and friendly guide. He made sure that we had a wonderful experience and went out of his way on the snorkeling trip for even a member of our party who decided to sit it out on the beach to see a video of the octopus and turtles that we saw. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thanks so much for booking my small private tour over larger tour companies out there! It is greatly appreciated! Hope you and your sister have a wonderful holiday!
Hannah_U, Dec 2025
Great tour to see some of the island and for easy snorkeling. The viewpoint is stunning and seeing turtles up that close was awesome!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thanks Hannah, wishing you guys all the best and Happy holidays from my little rock!
Ralph_S, Dec 2025
This trip was amazing. We were looked after from beginning to end on this private tour. Even down to rinsing our Sandy, salty shoes after walking back from the beach to the car. Jonny is an amazing character who brought his experience and energy to enhance the day. Snorkeling is his A game, where he found for us octopus, lobster and to finish the day swimming with turtles. Glad we dumped our cruise ships tour and went independent. 100% recommended, a highlight for our holiday. Go you will not regret it. The underwater videos he sent us, will be treasured.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much Ralph! You and Allison were great company, and I truly enjoyed my time with you guys. I hope I helped you make some lasting memories on my tour. If you ever find yourselves back here, don't hesitate to contact me.
Much love from my little rock!
Kelleen_C, Dec 2025
Do not hesitate in booking this tour. Surpassed our expectations. Johnny made sure that we were able to see the wildlife from the octopuses to the turtles.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
The best tour youve ever experienced while in the caribbean is a really great compliment, considering you were cruise ship guests and have probably been on multiple tours of islands! Thanks so much guys I enjoyed your company very much and wishing you Happy Holidays from my little rock!
Lauren_R, Dec 2025
This tour was fantastic and we would definitely recommend. Johnny was amazing, very knowledgeable and fun. The snorkelling was incredible and Johnny was so great at finding things for us to see. We saw turtles and octopuses and the shipwrecks were really cool.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thanks for the review, and I hope I made your moms birthday a memorable one! Always try my best to show as much life as possible.
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