Best of Antigua: Stingray City, Beach, Lunch & Island Tour

In Saint John's

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£155 pp
6h 10 mins · 5.0 (19)
Best of Antigua: Stingray City, Beach, Lunch & Island Tour
Meet Antigua's famous southern stingrays in crystal-clear Caribbean waters. Enjoy a stress-free experience with hotel pickup, a local guide and assistance throughout the tour. WHY BOOK WITH US? ✔ Hotel pickup included ✔ Local professional guide ✔ Rashguard included ✔ Authentic local lunch included ✔ Participation certificate included ✔ Assistance before, during and after the tour ✔ No need to arrange taxis independently ✔ Small-group atmosphere More than transportation to Stingray City: your guide shares Antigua's history, culture and local insights, making the journey part of the experience. Swim alongside friendly southern stingrays in shallow waters (no swimming skills required), relax at Long Bay Beach and enjoy snorkeling with equipment included. Visit a historic sugar plantation, stop at Devil's Bridge and enjoy authentic Caribbean cuisine. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a maximum of 7 guests. Stingray City is a shared attraction and other visitors may be present.
Free cancellation Pickup included

What's included

  • Pick-up from resorts (on the list) or cruise port in St. John's
  • ALCOHOLIC_BEVERAGES
  • Water
  • USE_OF_SNORKELING_EQUIPMENT
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE

What's not included

  • Photo
  • Towel
  • Tips

Itinerary

  1. Transfer from the meeting point with a van to reach the village of Seatons where we take the boat to reach the sandbank in the middle of the sea where we will meet the stingrays. (45 min)
  2. If you are going to live the most unforgettable experience in Antigua, Stingray City is the one for you. We will reach by land the starting point of the boat that in 10 minutes will take us in the middle of the sea where the meeting with the friendly Stingray will take place. It will not be necessary to know how to swim because you touch the bottom of the sea and there will be direct contact with this friendly animal. This is not a zoo or circus! Stingrays are free in their natural habitat. Boat time to reach Stingray City: 10 minutes. Time in the water with Stingrays: 50/60 minutes. Come back with the boat: 10 minutes. Time for check the pictures, drink the drink included and use the bathroom: 10/20 minutes. (1h 30min) Admission included
  3. Transfer by land to reach Devil's Bridge: 15 minutes. Once you arrive, your guide will explain many interesting things about this famous place in Antigua. Time at Devil's Bridge: 20 minutes. (35 min)
  4. Driving time to reach Long Bay: 5 minutes The beach mentioned in all the best travel guides: Long Bay. The best for excellent snorkeling (equipment included) starting from the shore. Absolutely worth a try... Beach break of: 1 hours (1h 5min)
  5. Time to reach the restaurant: 15 minutes. The best way to get to know a place is through its customs, traditions, and... cuisine! If you come to Antigua, you absolutely must try oven-roasted chicken with rice and seasonal vegetables. A simple yet flavorful dish. Once you've finished it, you'll want to ask the cook for the recipe, but she won't tell you because it's a secret passed down from generation to generation. But she'll tell you with a smile. Time for lunch: 45 minutes. (1h 0min)
  6. Time to reach Betty's Hope: 10 minutes. Antigua endured dark ages where slavery was commonplace. Your guide will retrace some key moments in this sad but significant history. The open-air museum may be closed, but your guide will still entertain you nearby. Time at Betty's Hope: 20 minutes. (30 min) Admission included
  7. It's time to return to the port or resort. The day has been filled with experiences and memories you'll cherish forever. (45 min)

Practical information

Operated by
Antigua chiama IT Tour by C.M.W.
Max group size
14 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–14
Languages
en
Confirmation
MANUAL

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total duration includes travel time.
  • Punctuality is essential to guarantee the quality of the tours. After 10 minutes of delay without notice, a no-show without refund will be considered.

Frequently asked questions

This tour lasts approximately 6 hours 10 minutes. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.

The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.

Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.