The 6 Best Evenings Out in Antigua

1.Sunset party at Shirley Heights – SHARE round trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 71 reviews · from $37Our pick

Ride in an air-conditioned shared vehicle to Shirley Heights with drivers such as Andrew, Phoenix, Greta, or Keanu. Spend about 2.5 hours above English Harbour for sunset, calypso, reggae, food, and drinks. The $37.90 fare covers transport, but the $10 entrance fee, food, and drinks are extra.

“We had Andrew as our driver and he did an excellent job. He attempted to quiz us on Raymond who did our Jeep tour and I believe we answered them all correct; don’t worry Raymond we had your back hahaha! Andrew did a good job being our second tour guide and was pleasant to be around.”

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2.Antigua Sunset Catamaran Cruise From St. John’s

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 63 reviews · from $133

Set sail from Dickenson Bay at about 4 pm for a 2.5-hour catamaran ride along Antigua’s coast. Expect rum punch, other drinks, light hors d’oeuvres, Caribbean music, island commentary, and sunset views. Hotel pickup is offered, but confirm the exact pickup time and return arrangements before booking.

“This trip was an absolute blast! The crew members were hilarious - cracking jokes and dancing the entire time. They served us drinks and appetizers and provided us with some cool information about the sites we passed by, all while playing great music. My husband and I loved our experience and would recommend it to anyone looking to have some fun!”

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3.E-Bike Historical Sunset Tour in Fort James

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $96Top rated

Start at 4:30 pm on an easy-to-handle e-bike and follow Antigua’s western coast past mangroves and beaches to Fort James. Your small group, capped at 10, gets a guided look at the 18th-century ruins before sunset. Guides Besto, Akilah, and Shaq may lead the ride, with water included and pickup available.

“My fiancé and I had the opportunity to take a private adventure tour with Besto, Akilah, and Shaq. They were so fun and playful and we consider them our new Antiguan friends. The bikes were easy to operate and the guides all made sure yoRead more”

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4.Night excursions

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 19 reviews · from $49

Meet your guide at Stingray City Antigua for about two hours of open-ocean snorkeling, spearfishing, and lobster catching. You may spot turtles and other marine life, then relax with rum punch while your guide prepares the catch. Guide Kareem is associated with Salt Life Tours Antigua, though the boat and guide should be confirmed before booking.

“Owner is really nice but as someone who has run boats since I was 10 years old I can clearly say this boat is simply unsafe for commercial charter. We saw no lifejackets, the boat is literally falling apart. Was supposed to be a snorkeling tRead more”

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5.Shirley Heights Sunset Party Taxi (Other packages are available)

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 11 reviews · from $90

Travel by private vehicle to Shirley Heights for an evening party overlooking English and Falmouth Harbours. From roughly 4 to 8:30pm, you can enjoy sunset, Caribbean and international music, steel orchestra performances, and optional barbecue and drinks. Pickup is arranged by email or WhatsApp after booking.

“Not recommended. More economical to take a taxi to / from location. Most Island taxi companies have newer, better maintained vehicles.”

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6.Shirley Heights Sunset Party Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 210 minutes - 5 hours · from $39

You’ll ride from a selected Antigua resort to Shirley Heights for sunset over English Harbour, a 15-plus-piece Kalypso concert, and later reggae and pop. The $39 shared transfer includes a driver-guide, but not the $10 entrance fee, food, or drinks. Nneka is one guide named in the tour’s recent feedback.

“The pickup was on time, friendly and engaging tour guide, and I loved meeting other tourists especially since I was solo. Shirley Heights was amazing from the view, view and entertainment!”

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