The 9 Best Boat Trips in Antigua

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

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

Spend about six hours aboard a 55-foot motor catamaran with Captain Demari and crew members such as Vonte and Quante. Snorkel at two sites, visit Bird Island and Maiden Island, then eat grilled lobster on a secluded beach. Chicken or fish replaces lobster during the May and June closed season.

“We enjoyed our cruise and the crew was very friendly and enjoyable. Lobster season was closed, so we had chicken, fish, and shrimp as a substitute. The food was well prepared and fresh. The only down side was the snorkeling. The Bird Island location was a nice secluded cove, so the water was generally calm, but either due to the rains the day before or the time of year there was very little to see. There was some coral, a few small fish, and a couple of turtles hanging around, but it was hard to get over and get good a picture. Some of our group were able to get…”

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

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

From Dickenson Bay, sail Antigua’s coast for 2.5 hours as the sun drops toward the Caribbean Sea. Expect rum punch, other drinks, music, light hors d’oeuvres, and commentary from the captain. Pickup is offered, but confirm the exact pickup and return arrangements before booking.

“Great boat ride, yummy drinks and good music. The crew were very attentive. I would recommend the sunset cruise.”

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3.Sail and Snorkel at Cades Reef

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 61 reviews · from $110

Join Tropical Adventures Antigua for a six-hour catamaran trip to Cades Reef. Snorkel among coral and tropical fish, eat a barbecue buffet, relax at a secluded beach, and sail back with drinks and music. Crew members including Elroy, Chad, Theo, and Ishmael have been praised for friendly service and island commentary.

“Absolutely loved this! An entire day enjoying the beautiful seas of Antigua and spotting neighboring islands. If you don’t want to snorkel, you still get to free swim and explore by the boat. Prepare for the rum to rum and a nice little beach hang out after you’re done snorkeling. 10/10”

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4.FANTASTIC Green Island and Sea Turtles – Half Day share boat trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $179

Travel from St. John’s or selected resorts to Willikies, then take a small boat to Green Island with no more than seven people. Guide options include Phoenix, Greta, Andrew, or Jerome. Expect a quiet beach, turtle spotting, snorkeling, natural pools, snacks, drinks, and a 3-hour island stay before the larger catamaran arrives.

“Booked tour for our family of six. Phoenix met us at the location and drove us in a nice van (45 minutes) to the boat location. She was very informative of the island. She provided snacks, fresh pineapple & beverages when we arrived to GRead more”

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5.Stingray City Experience Antigua – Cruise Ship Passengers Edition

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 52 reviews · from $139

From St. John’s Port, you’ll ride by air-conditioned vehicle and boat to a shallow offshore platform where stingrays move freely. Guides such as Tafari and Greta help you enter the water, touch and feed the rays, and get comfortable. The 3-hour-10-minute tour includes transfers, drinks, fees, and a timed return to your ship.

“Superb opportunity to swim with the stingrays, great staff, great setup, very well organised. Great transfer service from Andrew”

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6.Adventure Power Boat Tour Antigua and Private Laviscount Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $198

Spend about 6.5 hours with Adventure Antigua exploring northeast Antigua by power boat. Guides such as Leslie, Arian, Makai, David, Mark, and Bob lead you to Laviscount Island for lunch and giant Aldabra tortoises, then to Hell’s Gate and a coral-reef snorkeling area near Great Bird Island. Expect a small-island adventure, not a quiet cruise.

“We had a great day on this boat tour in Antigua. We particularly enjoyed the visit to Laviscount island. The captain and staff were very friendly and helpful.”

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7.Power 360 Sightseeing and Snorkel Cruise Antigua

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 23 reviews · from $146

Spend about six hours circling Antigua aboard a power catamaran, with hotel pickup at selected properties. You’ll pass Devil’s Bridge and the Pillars of Hercules, stop to snorkel or relax on a beach, eat lunch onboard, and cruise toward English Harbour. Expect open-sea motion, music, drinks, and a large group.

“We booked this 360 Catamaran cruise and what a fantastic trip! The 20 minutes across the Atlantic was like a roller coaster - great fun!”

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8.Reef Explorers Transparent Boat and Beach Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $89Best value

Ride Antigua’s clear Reef Explorers boat along the Caribbean coast, looking through the hull at coral, fish, and sea urchins. The 3-hour trip visits Hawksbill Rock, the Andes shipwreck, and Deep Bay Beach, where you can swim, sunbathe, or use the provided snorkel gear. Imran is one crew member praised by name.

“Despite the weather hindering our overall experience with a lot of wind and choppy water, the guides made up for it by showing us some great locations and giving good vibes throughout. They were very knowledgable and friendly, allowing us more time to explore different parts of the island.”

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9.Antigua Seafood Lunch Cruise From St. John’s

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · from $172

Spend about six hours on a catamaran along Antigua’s west coast, with beach time, swimming, Caribbean music, sparkling wine, and a grilled seafood lunch. Lobster is seasonal, replaced by shrimp or fish kebabs from May 1 through June 30. Pickup is offered, and groups can reach 70 people.

“The Antigua Seafood Lunch Cruise From St. John's was an unforgettable experience! The stunning views of the crystal-clear waters, delicious seafood lunch, and smooth sailing made for a perfect day on the water. The crew was friendly anRead more”

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