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The 15 Tours & Day Trips in Antigua and Barbuda That Earn Their Price

48 tours  ·  from $35 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 tours & day trips in Antigua and Barbuda worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Adventure Antigua - The Xtreme Circumnavigation - Stingray City: the tour’s first major stop
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Adventure Antigua – The Xtreme Circumnavigation

1.Adventure Antigua – The Xtreme Circumnavigation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 959 reviews · from $221Our pick

Adventure Antigua’s Xtreme Circumnavigation takes you around the island by fast powerboat in about six hours. You’ll visit Stingray City, eat lunch on Green Island, hear about Nelson’s Dockyard, snorkel at the Pillars of Hercules, and finish at Rendezvous Bay. Guides such as Captain David, Brendan, Lesley, Kimba, and Tyrese add history and humor along the way.

“Excellent itinerary, guides, food, drink and experience. The three guides provided us with one of the best experiences we have ever had on an excursion. They were happy, friendly, and super interactive. We were picked up and dropped off right beside our Virgin Voyages ship.”

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Turtle Beach Power Snorkeling Adventure - From pickup to Freeman’s Bay
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Turtle Beach Power Snorkeling Adventure

2.Turtle Beach Power Snorkeling Adventure

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

At Freeman’s Bay, guides such as Rex, Renek, Bernie, and Emron help you master an easy sea scooter before leading you to turtles, rays, fish, coral, the Pillars of Hercules, and a guaranteed shipwreck. You must already swim and snorkel. Pickup, water, equipment, and souvenir photos are included.

“Our power snorkel excursion in Antigua was absolutely incredible - the highlight of our trip! From start to finish, everything was organized. Bernie, our driver, was friendly and full of interesting facts about the island, setting the tone for a great day. Once we hit the water, Rex and Renek were fantastic guides — patient, fun, and made sure everyone felt comfortable using the power snorkels before we began. We saw sea turtles, stingrays, tons of colorful fish, and even an octopus! The best moment was swimming alongside a turtle at the end and watching it munch on a jellyfish. An unforgettable experience — highly recommend!”

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Scenic Full Day Tour of Antigua - Blockhouse and the view above English Harbour
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Scenic Full Day Tour of Antigua

3.Scenic Full Day Tour of Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 472 reviews · from $142

Travel Antigua in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide such as Leo, George, Deborah, or Keisha. You’ll visit Devil’s Bridge, Blockhouse, Shirley Heights, Nelson’s Dockyard, Fig Tree Drive, and Darkwood Beach, with local lunch included. Pickup is available from hotels and the cruise terminal, and groups are limited to eight.

“Fun day out with the sites to visit in Antigua. Lunch was served. The drive was throughout the Island. The driver/tour guide Lyonel was very knowledgeable, kind and courteous.”

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Snorkel - Lobster Lunch Cruise to Bird Island and Paradise Reef - Snorkeling stop one: Bird Island and Paradise Reef
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Snorkel – Lobster Lunch Cruise to Bird Island and Paradise Reef

4.Snorkel – Lobster Lunch Cruise to Bird Island and Paradise Reef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 438 reviews · from $185

Spend about six hours aboard a 55-foot motor catamaran from Jolly Harbour, snorkeling at two sites before a beachside lobster lunch on Bird Island. Captain Demari and crew members such as Shaquante and Jovante help beginners in the water, while the crew serves drinks and handles the day’s details. Lobster is seasonal, with chicken or fish offered in May and June.

“The people working on the boat did a wonderful job and I could not have asked for a better and more entertaining staff”

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Adventure Antigua - Eli's Original Eco Tour - Hell’s Gate brings the real adventure
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Adventure Antigua – Eli’s Original Eco Tour

5.Adventure Antigua – Eli’s Original Eco Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 238 reviews · from $142

Spend five to six hours exploring Antigua’s North Sound with Adventure Antigua. Swim and snorkel at Great Bird Island and Hell’s Gate, climb through a natural cave, hear about turtle protection at Long Bay, and learn how mangroves support young marine life. Lunch, drinks, snacks, equipment, and pickup options are included.

“Great time! The guys are great and super knowledgeable! We had a great time snorkeling we got to see different fish and even got to see a few sea turtles!!!🐠”

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Antigua Round Island Tour - Shirley Heights delivers the big photograph
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Antigua Round Island Tour

6.Antigua Round Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 226 reviews · from $93

Travel with a local guide around Antigua’s key sights, from English Harbour and Nelson’s Dockyard to Shirley Heights and Devil’s Bridge. Hotel and cruise pickup, entrance fees, and groups capped at 10 keep the outing simple. Guides such as Cyril, Leslie, Michael, Shaquille, and Blondelle are known for lively island stories, though vehicle space can vary.

“We had a great day with our guide. Very friendly and knew island extremely well. Beautiful stops. Wish we had more time at Navelyard National Park, but no regrets. Car was comfortable and cool ac helped. Highly recommend this tour and company. Driver was very relxed also.”

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Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua - Nelson’s Dockyard puts Antigua’s past in view
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Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua

7.Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 221 reviews · from $125

Spend about 4.5 hours touring Antigua with Johnny of Turtle Tales Antigua Tours & Snorkeling. Visit Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights, then snorkel from Galleon Beach in a calm harbor where turtles, octopuses, fish, and shipwrecks are often found. This is a private shore-snorkeling tour, not a boat trip.

“Johnny was very informative on the history of Antigua along with both the historical sites he took us to. He is also very knowledgeable when it comes to locating the marina life in Galleon Beach, we found 5 turtles, a stingray, lionfish and a jelly. I would like to personally thank Johnny for being so patient with me when I kept breathing through my nose whilst trying to get to grips with snorkeling for the first time. Swimming alongside the turtle was a dream come true for my nephew, which we have on video as provided by Johnny. I am so glad we went for this private tour rather than…”

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Nicole's Table - All about Jerk - Learning the spices behind jerk
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Nicole’s Table – All about Jerk

8.Nicole’s Table – All about Jerk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · from $145

At Nicole’s Table near St. John’s, Nicole leads a small-group class on jerk seasoning, Caribbean cooking, and island food traditions. You’ll help prepare jerk chicken and sides, enjoy rum punch and a full meal on the veranda, and take recipes home. Groups can reach 12 people, with vegetarian options available by request.

“Was a great time cooking and working with the other groups. Felt like a family experience. Nicole and her family were very welcoming. Highly recommended”

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TRIPLE ACTIVITY TOUR, Bike Kayak Hike, ANTIGUA - Kayaking into the mangrove reserve
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TRIPLE ACTIVITY TOUR, Bike Kayak Hike, ANTIGUA

9.TRIPLE ACTIVITY TOUR, Bike Kayak Hike, ANTIGUA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 211 reviews · from $130

Cycle through St. John’s with guides Giles or Mark, paddle into a mangrove reserve, stop for a beach swim, and walk around Fort James. The relaxed 2-hour-45-minute outing covers about 8 miles on mostly flat roads, with bikes in four frame sizes. Expect local stories, light exercise, and some rough pavement.

“An easy 5 min walk from the cruise port to the meeting point where we found Giles setting up bicycles and equipment. He greeted my family of 4 by our names, prepped us for the day activities and we set out. Easy biking through and around town, Giles stopped at sites and interests all the while explaining each. Next activity was kayaking to a mangrove and observing local flora and fauna, birds and sea life. Back on the bikes for more touring Giles guided us to a beach for a quick dip and a hike around the area, the site of a 1600's fort, all the while explaining various ecological…”

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City Lime Food Tour: Taste our culture on Antigua's only food tour in the city! - What you may taste along the way
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City Lime Food Tour: Taste our culture on Antigua’s only food tour in the city!

10.City Lime Food Tour: Taste our culture on Antigua’s only food tour in the city!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 196 reviews · from $105

Join Eat ‘n Lime Food Tours for a two-to-three-hour walk through St. John’s, with Tiffany or Lori guiding you to local food stops, rum, and cultural sights. Expect about seven tastings, including dishes such as roti, patties, and bull’s foot soup. The tour ends at One Stone Ital Shack, a longer walk from the port.

“Wow. So much fun. Got us off the resort and into the city. We learned so much about the history of Antigua and met so many nice people. Great sampling of local foods. Host was amazing.”

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Tuk-Tuk Adventures Rainforest and Beach Hopping Tour - Starting at Heritage Quay at 9:00 a.m.
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Tuk-Tuk Adventures Rainforest and Beach Hopping Tour

11.Tuk-Tuk Adventures Rainforest and Beach Hopping Tour

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

Ride an open-air tuk-tuk from St. John’s through Fig Tree Drive, stopping for local fruit, photos, and three white-sand beaches. Guides such as Ash, Rena, Teddy, Ray, Dorian, and Elroy are praised for island stories and friendly service. You get snacks, water, fruit punch, and time to swim or relax.

“Tatiana was amazing! she is very informative when it comes to the island and the tour itself. She took us 3 beaches and they all were very beautiful.”

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Rum Making Masterclass Galleon Beach Antigua 2 People per Station - Learning how rum is made
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Rum Making Masterclass Galleon Beach Antigua 2 People per Station

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

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

At the Rum Academy near English Harbour, you’ll taste locally made rums, learn how rum is distilled and aged, then blend a custom flavor with help from guides such as Jody and Joie. The shared class uses one station for two people and includes one personalized 750ml bottle to take home.

“My husband and I had a great time making our own rum, tasting the variety of rum and more importantly learning about how rum is made on the island. Would definitely come back again, Jody was awesome and a delight to be around.”

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Dickinson bay beach - Pickup from the port or hotel
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Dickinson bay beach

13.Dickinson bay beach

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

Salt Life Tours Antigua takes you from your hotel or cruise port to Dickenson Bay for about five hours. Steven or Kareem may handle transport and beach service, setting up loungers and umbrellas before serving rum punch and a grilled lobster lunch. The beach setting is quiet, but confirm the exact location and restroom arrangements before booking.

“Beautiful secluded beach only 4 couples beach to ourselves. Grilled lobster lunch was best thing we ate all cruise. Avoid the crowds and take this trip. Host was amazing and very accommodating”

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Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotels - The return to the airport
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Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotels

14.Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotels

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 152 reviews · from $35Best value

Pre-book a shared, round-trip ride between V. C. Bird International Airport and your Antigua hotel, villa, Airbnb, or home. Eagle representatives meet you by the tour desks after Customs, then send you directly to your accommodation in an air-conditioned car or van. Drivers such as Kareem, Desnie, and Archer may add useful island tips along the way.

“The travel operator at the airport is friendly and clear on instructions. Good vibes. Archer is a great driver who’s personable and gives a very cool intro to the island. He has a cinematic voice too.”

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Nicole's Table - Cooking with Rum - Nicole’s hilltop home and the view over Antigua
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Nicole’s Table – Cooking with Rum

15.Nicole’s Table – Cooking with Rum

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · from $165

At 11:00 am, Nicole and Adam welcome you to their hilltop home on Orchid Hill Drive for a four-hour Caribbean cooking class. You will prepare cocktails, an appetizer, a main course, and dessert with rum, then share the meal while learning about West Indian food, island culture, and regional rums.

“My girlfriends and I decided to take a cooking class while on our trip to Antigua. We selected Nicole’s Table and chose the Cooking with Rum class. The class was offered in Nicole’s house which is on a hillside with a stunning view of the seRead more”

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