St. John's Antigua Power Catamaran Eco Snorkel Excursion

Description

• Round-trip transportation from your St. John's Antigua cruise ship terminal!
• Knowledgeable catamaran snorkel excursion guide!
• English-speaking certified crew!
• The snorkel set includes varied-sized fins, sanitized snorkel, a silicone mask, and a vest!
• Complimentary cold beverages and lunch!
• 6 hours of fun and entertaining catamaran boat ride!

This incredible adventure catamaran snorkel cruise excursion from Antigua will take you to the North Sound area where there are 22 offshore small islands. You will spend the day learning about the ecosystems, and history and having a blast cruising these tiny islands. Great service, stunning panoramic views, and interesting wildlife await! No previous snorkel experience is necessary.

Meet your English-speaking power boat snorkel excursion guide near your Antigua cruise pier and take a short walk to your 52ft power catamaran. Once comfortably aboard, your shore excursion guide and captain will give you some safety information before you head off on your fun aquatic and informative eco-snorkel cruise excursion. There are a rinse-off shower and a restroom onboard the catamaran speedboat. The shore excursion group maximum is 31 guests to allow plenty of space to relax onboard.

Observe Jumby Bay Island also known as Long Island in Antigua's North Sound with its luxurious houses of the rich and famous. This group of 22 small islands offers fascinating structures, abundant marine life, local wildlife, and stunning scenery of the surrounding area.

Enjoy a brief explanation of the local turtle projects and the reef system. You will pass Guiana Island where its nearby mangrove habitat is home to turtles, barracuda, rays, and snappers among some of its many species.

A fun stop at the unique island of Hell's Gate offers you various options to explore both in and out of the water. Famous for the bridge-like structure where you can walk along and feel like you are on top of the world surrounded by Caribbean natural beauty; there is a small cave you can explore too. The St. John's Power Catamaran Eco Snorkel Excursion price includes snorkel gear onboard if you wish to explore the local marine life or simply swim in the turquoise water. There are also natural jacuzzis to relax in. Alternatively, you are also welcome just to stay onboard the catamaran powerboat and take in the views and photo opportunities. The duration at this island is approximately one hour.

Continue to Bird Island for an educative and guided nature walk to the top of the island where there are not only breathtaking views of the North Sound area but interesting bird-life and plant life which your excursion guide will point out.

Enjoy an optional second snorkel session where one guide will take a guided tour with advanced snorkelers and another guide will take a guided tour for those who may either be beginners or just looking for a more relaxed snorkel. Once back onboard, enjoy a rum punch or cold drink.

Please note no alcoholic beverages are offered onboard until all water activities are completed. This Antigua snorkeling cruise excursion is suitable for families of all ages.

Your complimentary delicious lunch includes BBQ chicken, seasoned pasta, green salad, fried plantain, and banana bread for dessert. Please advise us of a time of booking if you have any dietary restrictions and we will try to accommodate. Complimentary drinks include sodas, passion fruit and tamarind juice, bottled water, and local homemade rum punch!

At the close of your fun day exploring the North Sound islands, the catamaran will return you back to the Antigua dock for a short walk to your cruise ship.

What is included?

• Round-trip transportation from your St. Johns Cruise Terminal meeting location
• Cold beverages (Coke, Diet Coke, passion fruit and tamarind juices, bottled water, and homemade rum punch)
• Lunch (BBQ chicken, pasta with olive oil/garlic and Parmesan cheese dressing, green salad, fried plantain, and banana bread for dessert)
  
• Knowledgeable excursion guide
• English speaking crew
• Snorkel set including varied-sized fins, sanitized snorkel, silicone mask, and vest with instruction, and guided snorkel
• Guided nature eco hike

Excursion Notes

• We recommend you wear comfortable clothes and a swimsuit.
  
• Bring sun protection, a towel, a camera, cash for balance payment, and tips.
  

Where we meet

For the St. John's Antigua Power Catamaran Eco Snorkel Excursion with Lunch, you will meet at a convenient location, right next your cruise ship pier in Antigua. All necessary details will be printed on your Electronic Shore Excursion Ticket.

Excursion Restrictions

• There is limited small-sized snorkel gear. Parents of children under 5 years old should bring their own.
• This excursion is not wheelchair accessible.
• The minimum age for alcohol consumption is 18 years old.
• All under-aged children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Excursion FAQ

Cancellation

• Your ship arrives into port late and you cannot make it in time to the meeting location (we will verify with the tour operator).
• Your ship skips/misses the port.
• Weather conditions or equipment failure prevents the operator from running the excursion.
• A medical problem prevents you from safely participating in the excursion (we will verify with the excursion operator and the guest may send doctor's note). This applies to individuals only and not the remainder of the group.
  
• Cancellations/deposit refund requests that do not comply with the above may not be subject to refund.
• Refunds may be subject to a service charge fee as determined by the payment processor, please refer to Terms and Conditions for more information.