The 7 Best Lunch Tours 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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2.6-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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3.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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4.Antiguan experience home tour with local guide with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 26 reviews · 4 hours · from $65Best value

Spend four hours with a local guide such as Marlon, Lorenzo, or Alexis, visiting a family home filled with 16th-century artifacts, a pineapple farm, and Ffryes Beach. You’ll hear island stories, taste herbal tea and Antigua Black Pineapple, then enjoy lunch, steel-pan music, poetry, and swimming by the white sand.

“We had the most wonderful day with Marlon doing a tour of the island today, visiting a local Antiguan home, a pineapple farm which has recently been replanted and going to Ffreyes beach. Who knew pineapples grew in the ground… we certainly didn’t! Yvonne and Brian were so welcoming allowing us into their home. Ffreyes beach was exactly what you would expect from a beach in the Caribbean, turquoise waters, reggae music in the distance and the most beautiful white sand, away from all the crowds. Marlon shared stories about the island and family, which were so interesting. Heavenly tours is a tour company run by local people and we…”

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5.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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6.The True Antiguan Experience with Lunch & Beverages

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 14 reviews · from $135

Spend four hours touring Antigua from St. John’s cruise port with a local guide, stopping at a historic private home, pineapple farm, Fryes Estate’s sugar mills, and a private beach. Lunch, beverages, and music are included. Guides such as Jerry and Alexis have been praised for their humor and island knowledge, though meeting instructions can be unclear.

“The tour was good but the start of it was bad. Wasn't giving proper instructions who we were meeting or where and nobody was able to help. I had to spend money to use my phone which I wasn't happy about to call and get proper directions.”

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7.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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