The 15 Best Beach Tours in Antigua

1.Turtle Beach Power Snorkeling Adventure

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

At Freeman’s Bay, you’ll learn to use a small sea scooter before exploring coral, fish, turtles, rays, and a shipwreck with guides such as Rex and Renek. The two-hour shore trip includes equipment, drinking water, underwater photos, and transfers from listed hotels and pickup points. Afternoon departures give you the best chance of seeing turtles.

“Could not recommend this excursion enough. Definitely the coolest thing we did on our trip. The guide, Renick, was fansastic and we had a great time with him?”

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2.Tuk-Tuk Adventures Rainforest and Beach Hopping Tour

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

Spend four and a half hours riding an open-air tuk-tuk from Heritage Quay through Fig Tree Drive and Antigua’s rainforest. Stop for local fruit, island views, snacks, water, and rum or fruit punch, then visit three white-sand beaches. Guides such as Ash, Rena, Teddy, and Ray share island stories along the way.

“Loved it! Highly recommended for anyone who would like an overview of the island. The open-air ride was fun and gave great views. The tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable.”

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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 a flight of locally made rums, learn how rum is distilled and aged, then blend your own flavor mix. Instructors guide you through the process, print a custom label, and seal a 750ml bottle for you to take home. The shared station is designed for two people.

“This was such a fun experience. The ladies who led our group were funny and full of knowledge about the process. My husband and I made 2 completely different flavors of rum. It makes for a nice way to remember our trip once home. Be sure to eat before you come - you will try lots of rum while there :)”

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4.Dickinson bay beach

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

Spend about five hours at Dickinson Bay with Salt Life Tours Antigua. Steven or Kareem may collect you from your hotel or cruise port, set up loungers and an umbrella, and serve rum punch before a beachside lobster lunch with sides. The location has changed at times, so confirm the exact beach, bar, and restroom arrangements before booking.

“Gorgeous beach! 🏖️ Steven arrived on time to pick us up from our resort and set everything up on the beach for us. It was like a private beach for my Mom and I! The water is crystal clear and so lovely! Highly recommend the excursion to Dickenson Bay Beach!”

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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 road and sea, with a close encounter at Stingray City, a beach stop at Long Bay, local lunch, Devil’s Bridge, and Betty’s Hope. Guides such as Andrew, Phoenix, Jerome, and Greta are known for lively island stories. Transport, snorkel gear, rash guards, drinks, snacks, and lunch are included.

“Tour guide Greta was great. Came with a group of eight and everyone had a good time. Stingray city was an amazing experience.”

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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 learn old and modern rum-making methods, taste house-made rums, use an individual still, mix your own flavors, and bottle the result with a personal label. Instructors including Henry, Jody, Nelly, and owner AJ may guide the session. You leave with a one-of-a-kind bottle.

“This experience was interactive, fun and very informative! I wanted to purchase 5 of the 8 rums I tasted, but am from the states. Instead, I did the mini bottles instead. I am excited about the rum I actually made! I went with a group of friends - 8 of us in total! We are planning to get together towards the end of the summer to "crack" our bottles and taste each other's creations!”

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7.Snorkel and Exclusive Beach Exploration in Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $257

From Jolly Harbour, your private captain cruises Antigua’s west coast to reef and shipwreck snorkeling sites. Gear, drinks, rum punch, pineapple, plantain chips, and sandwiches are included, followed by quiet beach time. Captains including David, Aquil, Ekiel, and Akaele have hosted past trips aboard Red Red Wine.

“We had a wonderful experience on the Red Red Wine with Aquil. He knew the perfect spots for snorkeling and threw in some history and comedy as well. Thank you!”

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

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

Spend about three hours visiting Antigua beaches with a guide such as Greta, Andrew, Jerome, or Robert. Swim, walk, take photos, and enjoy bottled water and snacks while riding in an air-conditioned vehicle. Stops may include Valley Church and Jolly beaches, with routes sometimes changing to Ffryes, Fort James, or Dickinson Beach.

“Left us on the pickup point and did not find us so left without us. We were on time to exotica meeting point sat at front steps. No refund, no offer to meet downline, no agent at the port to help. VERY UNRELIABLE COMPANY…. Watch out…. Don’t be fooled into booking with this company in Viator.”

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

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

Spend about five hours exploring Antigua with an air-conditioned ride, bottled water, snacks, and snorkeling gear. At Stingray City, stand in shallow sea water with free-roaming southern stingrays, then see Devil’s Bridge and relax at Long Bay Beach. Guides such as Andrew, Jerome, and Greta have led past departures.

“The trip started out when Andrew picked us up at Sandals. We had to wait a little while on other passengers at the cruise terminal, but he did the best he could because the ship was late docking after that we rushed to stingray city. We Read more”

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10.Historic City, Fort and Beach E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · from $130

You’ll ride a comfortable fat-tire e-bike from Five Islands with guides such as Delroy and Raphael, crossing Antigua’s north coast to Fort James, St. John’s, and the V. C. Bird Monument. Expect a safety briefing, snacks, water, photo stops, and a private route that can be adjusted for your group.

“- safety first - always patient - they managed cross traffic to make the ride easy - guides offered customizable, frequent, and very knowledgeable stops. - the roads are very bumpy (not their problem) and the guides do their best to avoid the Read more”

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11.E-Bike Tour of Antigua Forts and Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · from $130

You’ll ride an easy electric beach cruiser from Liberta toward Antigua’s historic south coast, with stops at Dow’s Hill, Shirley Heights, and Nelson’s Dockyard before ending at Pigeon Point Beach. Guides Dorian, Delroy, and Rafael bring local stories, humor, photos, and personal attention to this 2 to 3 hour private outing.

“The Fat Tire E-Bike tour was a very pleasant surprise. After spending time on the beach and doing a catamaran/snorkel excursion, my wife and I wanted to do a land tour. We also wanted to visit English Harbour region and Shirley Heights. WRead more”

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12.Horseback Riding Bareback Swim, &Fort James Beach

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

You’ll spend time at Fort James Beach, ride through coastal roads and past old sugar-mill and fort remains, then return to the surf for a short bareback swim with your horse. English-speaking guides such as Crystal, Charles, Jake, and Sunfire handle transfers and instruction. The pace is gentle, not a gallop, and beginners can use a lead rope.

“Our whole experience was AMAZING! Crystal organised everything around us to make sure we made the most of our time & kept us in the loop with having 2 activities in 1 day. Feeling cared for and having great chats with the guides, especially during the horse riding, made us feel so special. Thank you Crystal, the horse riding team & the stingray team for giving us truly fun & magical memories we will never forget 🧡”

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13.SoCoHo Jeep Safari – Historical Sites – Lunch – Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $120

Spend five to six hours exploring Antigua by open-air Jeep with a local guide. Visit Sir Viv Richards Cricket Stadium, Betty’s Hope, Devil’s Bridge, Road House Restaurant, and Long Bay Beach. Lunch, drinks, transport, entry fees, and pickup and drop-off are included. Guides such as Terry, Ricky, Andrew, and Flava are praised for adding local stories and flexibility.

“The tour was very informative and our tour guide (Andrew) offered a wealth of knowledge on Antigua. He took us to several places including Devil's Bridge, Shirley Heights, Fort James and several other historical locations. He shared authenic Antiguan foods and drinks including fresh coconut water. We were able to swim in the water at beautiful Fry beach.”

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14.Horseback Riding at Hawksbill Beach in Five islands Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $120

Ride from Peggy Pond Bar & Grill through Five Islands, up steep country roads to a hilltop view near Galley Bay Resort and George Armani’s Beach House, then down to Hawksbill Beach. Guides such as Joseph, Adebayo, Ty, and Dimples lead small groups of up to 10. Pickup is offered, but hotel transport may cost extra.

“Even though I was nervous the instructor Adebayo me feel comfortable. And I had a great time. Would definitely recommend this to others.”

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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 Heritage Quay or Jolly Harbour to Fryes Estate, where you can see old sugar mills before settling at Ffryes Beach. Choose swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, sip-and-paint, jewelry making, or a massage, then enjoy a local buffet lunch with steel-pan music and poetry. English-speaking guides such as Andre, Jan, and Jacqueline help shape the day.

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

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