Adventure Antigua - Eli's Original Eco Tour
Description
Eli’s Original Eco tour is Antigua’s oldest Eco tour. We spend a full day in the North Sound of Antigua where we have 22 uninhabited pristine offshore islands. Learn about the eco systems & the history of the different islands in this protected area. Also the turtle project at Jumby Bay, the reef ball system at Maiden Island, the beautiful and important Mangrove system of Guiana Island & much more. There are two snorkeling sessions (& a snorkel lesson for those who need) a beach stop at Bird Island where you might get a chance to see one our indigenous & endangered (nonpoisonous) Antigua Racer Snake. We also visit Hells Gate Island for a snorkel or a climb through a small cave-like structure that goes through the island & comes out over a natural bridge on top – seeing the Atlantic Ocean on one side & Caribbean Sea on the other. Local lunch and drinks are all included in the tour which is great for all ages!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Swim, snorkel, birdwatch, lunch
Snorkel, swim, caving, climbing.
At Long Bay island also known as Jumby bay island, we anchor up in the bay and crew does a 10min talk about the Turtle Project that has been going for over 30 years - amazing knowledge about these incredibly interesting reptiles
We also pass Guiana Island and do a 5min talk about the beautiful and extremely important Mangrove system that is a safehouse for many juvenile fish and sea creatures plus more
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up on the dock or beach from select hotels and locations.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(321)
We took this tour on 6/23/26 with Captain David, Mark, and Luca. There were six in our group, ranging in age from 18 to 51. The entire experience was top notch. We were picked up exactly on time, a very windy day was handled expertly by Capt. David, the guided tour of Hell's Gate was done so well by Mark and Luca. The lunch was delicious. The entire crew could not have been more friendly, engaging, and accommodating! I highly recommend this tour and look forward to doing it again in the future!
I had a wonderful time on this tour, loved every minute including the three snorkelling sessions, well worth it! We saw birdlife, coral both shoreside and out to sea with an abundance of turtles off great bird island. The lunch was delicious, the views incredible and the crew of David, Mark and Amara really fun, approachable and knowledgeable. I’d go again!
The best way to sum this up is Wow! The staff wad great. Capt. Dave runs a crew of comedy perfection. The jokes and laughs continued throughout the trip. The food was amazing.
Went June 14th, 2026 and had the best experience. Saw lots of wildlife, snorkeled in the reef and relaxed in the ocean. Crew was absolutely outstanding. Very informative and made the experience so much fun. Book the tour. You wont regret it.
Thanx so much. We are delighted that you enjoyable day. Success!
The crew of Amara, Lillie and David were exceptional hosts. Their knowledge and enthusiasm of the eco system was second to none. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend
David, Lilly and Amara were a smashing crew, very knowledgable. Seen lots of turtles, rays and birdlife. Hells gate was fabulous lovely to see the care they take with the birdlife there. Lunch was fab too. Highly recommended tour
David, Luca, and Lily were great. The food, hospitality, and destinations were great. The downside was at the last stop the snorkel option was advanced swimmers and snorkelers in one group and those who wanted a leisurely snorkel in the other. Half of us chose the leisurely group including our 22 year old daughter thet thought it was rough too. We ended up passing the advanced group at one point. There was never a chance to actually see fish because we were having to swim in the current to keep up the whole time. It was honestly exhausting and it took the trip from being a 5 to s 4. I would just make sure that you specifically look for a snorkel experience where you can wonder with the group in certain sections if you are not an advanced swimmer. The first 2 spots that was allowed and those were great. David also was great. He helped make sure my mask was on correct the whole time. I would take this trip again--I would just make sure that I could snorkel at the reefs that were specifically by the boat at the last stop.
Eco tour was brilliant. David luca and lily all excellent tour guides, extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Snorkeling at 3 different points. Food was great, rum punch was great. Would totally recommend this tour
5 star rating! Very knowledgeable guides.
We had the most amazing day with Adventure Antigua on the Eco Tour! After easily booking with the team, we were picked up promptly at our meeting point in Jolly Harbour and met the wonderful David, Amara and Mark. After making some stops at various resorts up the island, we went up to the North Sounds which included a stop off at Hells Gate. Nothing was too much of an issue with the crew who were all extremely knowledgeable about not only the island but the plants and animals that are on the Island. They took us to all the hidden spots, shipwrecks and more, providing humour and knowledge. When at the two snorkelling spots we saw starfish, spotted eagle rays and both sea and Hawksbill Turtles and a range of other fish. One of the best boat trips we’ve been on and it was a shame once the trip was over! Thank you guys!
