Antigua and Barbuda, especially the island of Antigua, is famous for its beaches, sailing culture, and colonial history. Here’s what really stands out:
🏖️ “365 beaches”
Antigua is often said to have one beach for every day of the year
Calm, clear turquoise water—great for swimming and relaxing
Popular spots include Dickenson Bay and Half Moon Bay
⛵ Sailing & yachting
A global hotspot for sailing events
Hosts the famous Antigua Sailing Week, attracting sailors from around the world
Steady trade winds and sheltered harbors make it ideal for boating
⚓ Historic naval heritage
Home to Nelson’s Dockyard, a restored Georgian-era marina and UNESCO World Heritage Site
Named after Horatio Nelson, who was stationed there in the 18th century
🌄 Scenic viewpoints
Rolling hills and coastal views
Shirley Heights is famous for panoramic sunsets and Sunday BBQ parties
🎉 Laid-back Caribbean culture
Friendly atmosphere, music, and beach bars
Big celebrations during Antigua Carnival
🍍 Food & local flavour
Fresh seafood, tropical fruits, and dishes like fungi (cornmeal) and pepperpot
Antigua........ Sand... Sand....Sand....Sea....& sights....
Antigua........ Sand... Sand....Sand....Sea....& sights....
DICKENSON BAY BEACH...$25PP...
DICKENSON BAY BEACH...$25PP...
$37.95pp
incl sunbeds
If you want to relax for the day on a beautiful Beach then our guide will be waiting for you at the port to whisk you away for a relaxing beach break.
One of the most popular beaches in Antigua, Dickenson Bay has earned the love of the many tourists and locals that visit every day due to its pristine shores and range of activities on offer which includes water sports.
The beach can be found in the North-West of the island, St Johns Parish.
Sunbeds are plentiful
Also home to the very famous floating bar, swim right up to the bar or by the boat provided and enjoy a refreshing drink out in the ocean.
Low activity
Approx 6 hours duration
FFRYES BEACH...$32PP...
FFRYES BEACH...$32PP...
We added this spectacular beach to our program recently and it became a firm favourite with our members for its calmer and quieter ambience.
Ffryes Beach is a picturesque and secluded beach on the west coast of Antigua, with soft white sandy beaches and turquoise clear waters
Relax back on the sand or take a refreshing swim or snorkel in the ocean
With a host of tikki bars and little restaurants, this is a lot quieter than some of the other well known beaches.
The distance is not quite as close but you will experience some scenic views on the way.
Jet skis are available, around $70 and can accommodate up to two people
Sunbeds also available locally .
Please note both of these when booking if required and we can prebook, subject to availability.
Low activity
Approx 6 hours.
.......$57../£45....PARTY BUS AND PARTY ON THE BEACH IN PARADISE
.......$57../£45....PARTY BUS AND PARTY ON THE BEACH IN PARADISE
If anyone has been on a stingray tour, as much as members loved the stingrays, they absolutely loved the special beach party. This takes place on the Caribbean Sea side of the island. In our opinion nothing short of paradise. From the moment you leave the port ,in one of Chris talking buses. When you know , you know!,you will be in for a lot of fun complete with drinks for your journey.
Once you arrive and see the soft white sand and amazing turquoise blue ocean you will see why it is our firm favourite.
This is where the party carries on. Music will play and Chris’ infamous rum games. , soft drinks will also be available.
Plenty of dancing, tug of war, skipping, limbo dancing…..not compulsory but very entertaining. If you want a more sedentary stop then there are
sun-beds available at a very reasonable cost .
Take shade under the trees or rent and umbrella , take a dip in the shimmering ocean with crystal clear waters . Browse the colourful shopping huts which line the beach and pick up your souvenirs.
The journey back will carry on the fun after your full day.
Low /Moderate activity. Your choice.
Approx 6 hour duration.
Please use additional information to note sunbeds if required when booking
Stingray addition also available below
$32/
£24
VALLEY CHURCH
DETAILS COMING SOON
If you are looking for a little more adventure
$94/£72
GROUP HORSEBACK RIDING AND BEACH TOUR...$94...
GROUP HORSEBACK RIDING AND BEACH TOUR...$94...
Limited Spaces per date
Have you ever wanted to ride horseback along the beach and into the water? Here is your chance .
After being picked up from the cruise port, we make our way to the beach, where you will be matched to a suitable horse and you take your ride.
This is combined with a laze on the beach .
The sequence may vary dependant on circumstances on the day.
Part of that ride will include time to enter the water ,please remember this is based on sea conditions, there may be very vary occasional instances where the safety of yourself and the horses may prevent this taking place. If members of your party wish to accompany but not ride then they can pay the reduced price to cover the transport and beach stay. Return pick up is approx 3pm.
All horses are professionally trained and experienced
Moderate activity
Duration approx 6 hours
$125/£95
STINGRAY & SNORKEL ADVENTURE
WITH BEACH PARTY ON LONG BAY BEACH
Limited spaces per date - early booking advised
This one of our most popular tours in Antigua and is exclusive to ourselves. You may see stingray on offer through other sources which will be a basic there and back. We offer a full day adventure for you to take home Antigua memories. This combination also includes a visit to one of our favourite beaches on the island. Long Bay Beach .
This trip has fully included round transport to the Stingray City experience, where you will be taken to the sandbanks via boat and swim or wade around in the shallow waters whilst being surrounded by the rays out in their natural habitat.
What makes this trip unique and memorable is the trip to Long Bay Beach where the party continues ,
Chris will turn up the volume and start the games , tug of war, limbo dancing, and pass the rum around.
You will return back to ship with some wonderful memories….providing you haven’t consumed too much rum !
OUT AND ABOUT IN ANTIGUA..
OUT AND ABOUT IN ANTIGUA..
If seeing the sights is more your thing..
$69.95/£53
BEST OF…… ANTIGUA
INCLUDING BEACH STOP
If you are looking for a value tour to take in the popular must see sights in Antigua then look no further.
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On your journey you will be taken from the port via St Johns taking in the Parliament Buildings on the way to the Cricket Ground.
More culture awaits en route to Nelsons Dockyard. Along with Shirley Heights and Blockhouse ruins.
The journey then continues along the tropical side of the island and past the rainforest to the highest point for stunning views.
The tour will end at Jolley Beach where you will be able to relax or carry on the adventure by riding the jet skis available to hire.
The journey back to port from here will take around 30 mins.
You will be educated by the guides on local cultures throughout your tour and provided with Chris ‘s infamous rum punch. Non alcoholic alternatives will be available and water .
Low activity
Durationapprox6 hours
