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Activity St John's, Antigua and Barbuda
6h Bucket List Tour: Stingray City, Beach & Local Lunch
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About this activity
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.
At a glance
- Duration
- 6 h 10 min
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 14 people
- People per booking
- 1–14
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- Antigua chiama IT Tour by C.M.W.
Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–9 years) · Youth (10–14 years) · Adults (15–90 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Pick-up from resorts (on the list) or cruise port in St. John's
- Included: Alcoholic beverages: Fruit punch or Rum punch available. (only for 21 yo and up)
- Included: Water
- Included: Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Included: All Fees and Taxes
- Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Not included: Photo
- Not included: Towel
Itinerary
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St. John's
45 min
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.
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1 h 40 min Admission included
If you're looking for Antigua's most unforgettable experience, Stingray City is a must.
Travel by land to the departure point, then board a high-speed boat to meet Antigua's famous southern stingrays in their natural habitat.
Your Stingray City experience includes:
10-minute high-speed boat ride to Stingray City
60 minutes in the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea with free southern stingrays
Feed, touch and interact with these gentle animals
10-minute high-speed boat ride back to shore
20 minutes of free time to enjoy a complimentary drink, use the restroom, take a freshwater shower, and view your professional photos (optional, not included)
Total experience: approximately 100 minutes.
No swimming skills are required, as the water is shallow enough to stand comfortably throughout the experience. This is not a zoo or a circus—the stingrays are completely free and live in their natural habitat, allowing you to interact with them safely and respectfully.
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20 min
Transfer by land to reach Devil's Bridge: 15 minutes.
Visit Devil's Bridge, one of Antigua's most iconic natural attractions. During our approximately 10-minute stop, admire the impressive limestone arch shaped by centuries of Atlantic waves, watch the spectacular blowholes, capture stunning photos, and enjoy panoramic views of the island's rugged eastern coastline.
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Long Bay
1 h 20 min
Driving time to reach Long Bay: 5 minutes
Spend approximately 75 minutes at Long Bay Beach, one of Antigua's most spectacular beaches. Swim in the calm turquoise Caribbean Sea, relax on the powdery white sand, capture unforgettable photos, or enjoy lunch and refreshing drinks at one of the beachfront restaurants and bars.
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Seatons
50 min
Time to reach the restaurant: 10 minutes.
Take a 40-minute break at a carefully selected local restaurant and enjoy a delicious traditional Antiguan lunch. Experience authentic island flavors prepared with fresh local ingredients before continuing your adventure. Lunch is included.
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25 min Admission included
Time to reach Betty's Hope: 10 minutes.
Step back in time at Betty's Hope, Antigua's historic sugar plantation established in the 17th century. During your approximately 15-minute visit, discover the restored windmill, learn about the island's rich history, and enjoy panoramic views while exploring one of Antigua's most important heritage sites.
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St. John's
45 min
It's time to return to the port or resort. The day has been filled with experiences and memories you'll cherish forever.
Meeting point and pickup
The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.
Pickup points
- St. James Club & Villas
- Hodges Bay Resort & Spa
- The Inn At English Harbour
- Heritage Hotel
- Royalton CHIC Antigua, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort - Adults Only
- Holiday Home Belvedere
- Copper & Lumber Store Hotel
- Keyonna Beach
- Curtain Bluff Resort
- COCOS Hotel
- Tamarind Hills Resort and Villas - Antigua
and 27 more pickup points
The meeting time can change, if it happens, you will receive an email through Viator/TripAdvisor.
RESORT: The guide will wait for you directly at the reception of your resort or you will receive an email specifying the most accessible place possible.
If you don't receive any communication from us, the appointment will be at the reception of your resort at the time on your reservation.
CRUISE SHIP PASSENGER: the meeting point is in front of the shop EXOTIC ANTIGUA, one minutes walking time from the gate of the cruise ship pier.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The total duration includes travel time.
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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.
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