The 11 Best Beach Days in Antigua

1.Tuk-Tuk Adventures Rainforest and Beach Hopping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 196 reviews · from $109Our pick

Spend 4.5 hours touring Antigua by open-air tuk-tuk, starting at Heritage Quay. Your guide takes you through Fig Tree Drive, stops for local fruit and vendors, and visits three beaches. Guides such as Ash, Ray, Rena, Teddy, and Dorian are praised for island insight and friendly service. Snacks, water, and fruit punch are included.

“Fun tour of Island and beaches.Turbo Teddy was a super tour guide.This is a must do ! Great way to see Rain Forest👍”

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2.Rum Making Masterclass Galleon Beach Antigua 2 People per Station

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 165 reviews · from $70Top rated

At the Academy of Rum near English Harbour, you taste five or six local rums, learn about distilling and aging, then blend a custom flavor with guidance from instructors including Jody and Joie. The shared station makes one 750ml bottle for two people, with a personalized label to take home.

“Very fun and interesting experience! Nice staff, would 100% recommend. Great location with a restaurant/bar within feet”

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3.Dickinson bay beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 164 reviews · from $85

Spend about five hours at Dickenson Bay with pickup from your accommodation or cruise port, reserved loungers, an umbrella, rum punch, and a beach-cooked lobster lunch. Hosts Steven and Kareem are often involved in transport and service. Confirm the current beach access, bar, and restroom setup before booking, since the location and facilities have changed.

“Wear plenty of sun cream Was such a fantastic experience we had a great time the hosts were very friendly and ensured we got picked up from our hotel which was very kind of them and much appreciated The beach is a hidden gem it’s stunning Lunch was cooked to perfection & was delicious Would happily go again”

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4.Rum Making Masterclass Galleon Beach Antigua for 1 Person

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $105

At Academy of Rum near Galleon Beach, you’ll taste house-made rums, learn old and modern distilling methods, blend your own flavors, and bottle a personalized rum to take home. Instructors including Henry, Jody, and Nelly guide the 90-minute class. Owner AJ may also be on hand.

“This was one of the better excursions I’ve done. Something different to do, taste liquor, learn about them with a nice little history lesson and top it off with making your own bottle. Worth every dime.”

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5.Snorkel and Exclusive Beach Exploration in Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $257

Set out from Jolly Harbour with a private captain aboard Red Red Wine. Snorkel a reef or shipwreck, then sail to a quiet beach for swimming, rum punch, Antigua Black pineapple, plantain chips, and sandwiches. Captains such as David, Aquil, Akaele, and Ekiel are known for tailoring the outing to your group.

“Incredible experience that I would THOROUGHLY recommend. Our guide, Ekiel, was charming and knowledgeable and the whole Sea Cat team made it a priority to make our day as special as possible, it was the perfect way to start our holiday in Antigua. Do not miss this incredible experience!”

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6.Historic City, Fort and Beach E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · from $130

Start near Five Islands with Fat Tire Electric Bike Tours and ride with guides such as Delroy and Raphael along Antigua’s north coast. You’ll learn the e-bikes, visit Fort James or Fort Barrington, see St. John’s Cathedral and the V.C. Bird Monument, and return to the starting point with water and snacks included.

“Fantastic cycle up to Shirley Heights! Amazing views!! Well supported. Seeing the Rastafarian plantation/commune was so informative”

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7.E-Bike Tour of Antigua Forts and Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · from $130

Ride a comfortable electric beach cruiser from Liberta through Antigua’s historic English Harbour area. Guides Dorian and Delroy bring island history and humor, while Rafael may follow to help with photos and conversation. Visit Dow’s Hill, Shirley Heights, and Nelson’s Dockyard before finishing at Pigeon Point Beach.

“This tour was fantastic! Dorian was our guide, he was very knowledgeable and had a great personality making our experience fun! Rafael was also with us, he took our pictures, drove behind us, and joined in conversation when he could. Read more”

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8.SoCoHo Jeep Safari – Historical Sites – Lunch – Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $120

Spend five to six hours touring Antigua in an open Jeep, with stops at Sir Viv Richards Cricket Stadium, Betty’s Hope, Devil’s Bridge, Road House Restaurant, and Long Bay Beach. Guides such as Terry, Ricky, Andrew, and Flava add local stories, flexible stops, and practical island tips. Lunch, drinks, transport, and admission fees are included.

“Great knowledgeable guide. Showed us many parts of the island, ocean side and sea side. Highly recommend.”

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9.Horseback Riding at Hawksbill Beach in Five islands Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $120

Ride with guides such as Joseph, Adebayo, and Ty from Peggy Pond Bar & Grill through Five Islands village, up to a high viewpoint, and down to Hawksbill Beach. Expect about an hour on horseback, friendly horses, photo stops, and a small group of no more than 10 riders. Pickup is available, but confirm any extra transport fee.

“This was a wonderful excursion! We had so much fun. Joseph was fantastic and took care of our every need and spent time showing us around. We went to the top of a hill for an absolutely stunning overlook of the island. Just beautiful. We Read more”

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10.Reef Explorers Transparent Boat and Beach Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $89

Cruise Antigua’s coast in a fully transparent boat with an entertaining crew, looking down at coral, fish, and sea urchins. You’ll pass Hawksbill Rock and the century-old Andes Ship Wreck before stopping at Deep Bay Beach to swim, sunbathe, or snorkel. The three-hour trip costs $89 per person.

“My husband and I recently took the clear boat tour, and it was absolutely fantastic from start to finish! Despite the rain throughout most of our journey, it didn’t dampen our spirits one bit—in fact, it added a special touch to an already memoRead more”

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11.Classic Beach Break

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $50Best value

Spend about four hours at Ffryes Beach with pickup from Heritage Quay, beach chairs, shade, lunch, and a welcome drink. Auntie P or another local guide drives you there, while Mamma Nancy and Jackie may add poetry, songs, and steel-pan music. Kayaking, tubing, snorkeling, and a Cades Reef boat trip cost extra.

“Ffrye’s Beach is beautiful… soft sand, light waves, and the ability to walk about 20 feet into the surf and still touch bottom. This tour includes a lounge under and umbrella and a delicious lunch of chicken and rice. During our first two hoRead more”

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