The 15 Best Beach Trips in Antigua

1.Turtle Beach Power Snorkeling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 521 reviews · from $132Our pick

From Freeman’s Bay, you’ll learn to use a small sea scooter before snorkeling toward coral, fish, turtles, a shipwreck, and the Pillars of Hercules. Guides such as Rex and Renek stay nearby, take underwater photos, and help you feel at ease. Afternoon trips offer the best turtle odds. You must already swim or snorkel.

“This was brilliant would definitely recommend, the sea scooters were such a fun way to explore the sea and see the turtles! The guides were friendly and fun and the transfer was really easy, thanks so much!”

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2.Tuk-Tuk Adventures Rainforest and Beach Hopping Tour

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

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

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

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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4.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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5.6-Hours Tour East Coast of Antigua: Stingray City, Lunch & Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · from $194

Spend six hours seeing Antigua by air-conditioned van and a short boat ride to Stingray City. You can feed and touch free-roaming southern stingrays without being a swimmer. Guides such as Andrew, Phoenix, Jerome, and Greta add local stories, while lunch, snorkeling gear, water, snacks, and a UPF rash guard are included.

“We booked with ACI. Jerome was our guide. We had an amazing day. He filled our time with his love and knowledge of his beautiful island. Our meal was delicious and our stingray experience was awesome. We highly recommend this tour.”

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6.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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7.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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8.Most Beautiful Beaches of Antigua: Valley-Jolly or Fort-Dickenson

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 62 reviews · from $44Best value

Visit two or more of Antigua’s best-known beaches in about three hours and 15 minutes, with pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, water, snacks, and a guide beside you. Valley Church and Jolly Beach are the planned stops, though guides such as Andrew, Greta, Jerome, and Robert may adjust the route for weather, timing, or beach conditions.

“The beach visits were a bit short and our excursion was cut short by about 45 minutes. Thought it was supposed to be 3hrs and 20 minutes but it didn’t turn out that way. Andrew was a good tour guide though”

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9.Stingray City experience, Devils Bridge and Long Bay Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $174

Spend about five hours with guides such as Jerome, Andrew, or Greta, visiting Stingray City, Devil’s Bridge, and Long Bay Beach. You can stand in waist-deep seawater, feed and photograph free-ranging southern stingrays, walk to Antigua’s famous rock bridge, and snorkel at Long Bay. Pickup, transport, water, snacks, and equipment are included.

“Awesome tour. Great guide Andrew. The stingrays Awesome amazing. Learned a lot about the area. We covered a big part of the island. 100% recommend”

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10.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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11.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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12.Horseback Riding Bareback Swim, &Fort James Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 41 reviews · 3 hours · from $136

You’ll travel from Heritage Quay or your Antigua hotel to Fort James Beach for swimming, a scenic horse ride, and a 10-minute bareback swim with the horses. English-speaking guides such as Crystal, Charles, Sunfire, and Shavi may lead different departures. Expect a gentle walking ride, not a gallop, with time for photos and a rum or fruit punch.

“Charles, our driver went above and beyond to ensure we got the most from out trip! The weather was changable, so when it raised during our time at the beach he took us for a drive, painting out places of interest. The horse riding was magical, especially the opportunity to ride bareback into the sea!”

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13.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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14.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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15.All-in-one day at Ffryes Beach with Swimming and Lunch Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 22 reviews · 1 day · from $65

Travel from Zone 7 or Jolly Harbour to Fryes Estate and Ffryes Beach with an English-speaking guide. You can paint, make jewelry, swim, snorkel, kayak, hike around old sugar mills, enjoy lunch, and meet staff such as Andre, George, Jacqueline, or Vaughn, depending on the day.

“Loved the sip and paint Beach is stunning Everyone very friendly and helpful Would highly recommend this tour”

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