6h Bucket List Tour: Stingray City, Beach & Local Lunch
Description
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.
Tour Options
Itinerary
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
It's time to return to the port or resort. The day has been filled with experiences and memories you'll cherish forever.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
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.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total duration includes travel time.
- 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.
Reviews(19)
Amazing experience, a must do trip for all people The guides and drivers were simply excellent, couldn’t do enough to make our day perfect Shoutout to Martina our driver and guide, Keanu always happy and knowledgeable so cool 😎 👌
The truly only negative part was being bit by a stingray at stingray island. They call it a hickey but I was in tremendous pain for a long time. They were concerned and aided me in cleaning it and giving me a bandage. Andrew was great! Very good guide all the way around. I hate even bringing up the stingray but I wish I had been told about this sooner.
Julie, thank you for sharing your experience and for your kind words about Andrew, who will be delighted to know you appreciated his guidance throughout the day. 🌴😊 We're genuinely sorry to hear about the discomfort you experienced during your interaction with the stingrays. During the safety briefing at Stingray City, guests are always informed that the animals may occasionally leave what is commonly referred to as a "stingray hickey" due to the suction they use while feeding. As with any close wildlife interaction, reactions can vary greatly from person to person—some guests barely notice it and even laugh about it afterward, while others may find it more uncomfortable. We're glad the team was able to assist you immediately and provide care when it happened. Thank you again for your feedback, and we're pleased that despite this unexpected moment, you enjoyed discovering Antigua with Andrew and the many highlights of the island. 🌊🐠✨
Great experience I recommend anybody to do it
We're delighted to hear you had a great experience! 🌴🌊 Stingray City is one of those unique Antigua adventures that combines incredible wildlife encounters with unforgettable island scenery. Thank you for your recommendation—it means a lot to us and helps future visitors discover experiences they might otherwise miss. We hope the memories of your day in Antigua stay with you long after your trip has ended! 🐠✨😊
Great experience me and my girlfriend had a great time swimming with the stingrays & learning about the slave plantations
We're so happy you and your girlfriend had a great time with us! 🌊🐠 Swimming alongside the stingrays is always a memorable highlight, and we're glad you also enjoyed learning about Antigua's fascinating history and former sugar plantations. We love combining unique wildlife encounters with the stories that have shaped the island over the centuries. Thank you for sharing your experience—it's the perfect mix of adventure, culture and unforgettable Caribbean scenery! 🌴✨😊
Nice excursion with a minivan directly managed by the agency, with Italian driver and guide. The experience with the rays was very interesting and unique, lunch with a really good local dish, and a visit to some of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Our guide was caring and attentive without being pushy. An experience recommended for anyone who finds themselves in Antigua!
Tra incontri ravvicinati con le razze, sapori locali e alcune delle spiagge più belle di Antigua, sembra proprio che abbiate assaporato tante anime diverse dell'isola in una sola giornata. Ci fa particolarmente piacere che abbiate apprezzato l'approccio della vostra guida: essere presenti, attenti alle esigenze degli ospiti e allo stesso tempo lasciare spazio per godersi l'esperienza è un equilibrio a cui teniamo molto. Il pranzo tipico e le soste lungo la costa completano un itinerario pensato per mostrare Antigua oltre le classiche cartoline. Grazie per aver condiviso la vostra esperienza e per il consiglio rivolto ai futuri visitatori dell'isola. Buon viaggio e arrivederci ai Caraibi! 🌊☀️🇦🇬
Martina was amazing. She explained everything about the island as we were passing locations. She made the tour more enjoyable with her bubbly personality and kindness. She made sure to ask if we were enjoying ourselves frequently, and took lots of pictures for us. I would recommend her 100x again.
A recommendation "100 times over" is about as strong as it gets! 😄 Martina has a wonderful way of turning a sightseeing tour into a day spent exploring Antigua with a friend. Her enthusiasm for the island, attention to guests, and willingness to capture those special vacation photos are qualities that so many travelers appreciate. We're especially happy that you enjoyed learning about the island while visiting some of its most beautiful locations. For guests who want more than just transportation between stops, our small-group tours are designed to create exactly this kind of personal and engaging experience. Thank you for your kind words—we'll make sure Martina sees them! 📸🏝️✨
Martina was in time for pick up She was an amazing guide She provided treats and misc things to make our trip smoother and more enjoyable I will definitely like to have Martina as my tour guide again
Sometimes it’s the little details that turn a good day into a memorable one 😊 Being welcomed on time, feeling looked after and enjoying thoughtful touches along the way can make the whole experience feel effortless. Martina will be so happy to hear this — creating a smooth, personal and enjoyable day for guests is exactly the kind of experience we love to provide 🌴🇦🇬
Excellent tour. Keanu is very knowledgeable and obviously loves imparting information about his country. Best part was the stingray experience. Wonderful to see these beautiful creatures up close and so willing to hand feed which of course is usually impossible as they are ground feeders & hide from possible predators.
There’s something fascinating about seeing an animal you think you understand suddenly behave in a completely different way 🐠🌊 Watching stingrays glide in, interact so closely and feed right beside you creates such a unique experience. We’re delighted you enjoyed discovering Antigua from so many angles, and Keanu will be so happy to hear that his passion for sharing the island and its stories came through 😊 His enthusiasm for Antigua always makes the journey feel even more personal.
This was more than what I expected way better. Marco was an excellent guide with extensive knowledge of Antigua and also his background as a marine biologist made for a wonderful stingray experience.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear the experience exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed it so much 🌴 Marco will be especially happy to know you appreciated his knowledge of Antigua and his marine biology background—it really does make the stingray experience even more meaningful 🐟🌊 For anyone reading, our small and exclusive tours are designed to go beyond the typical excursion, combining authentic local insight with close-up wildlife encounters in a relaxed setting ✨ We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Antigua again soon! 😊
Fantastic experience, Greta super!!! We did the tour first to a beach, devil's bridge, stingrays and second beach. Everything organized very well and quietly, with the right timing to be able to enjoy every place. I highly recommend this excursion! And I hope for you that you have the chance to meet Greta! Ps. Excursion made with two children aged 9 and 6 who will never forget the unique experience!
Grazie mille per questa bellissima recensione! Siamo felicissimi che abbiate vissuto una giornata così speciale tra spiagge, Devil’s Bridge e l’esperienza con le razze, il tutto in tranquillità e con i giusti tempi. Greta sarà super contenta di leggere le tue parole—è davvero fantastica con grandi e piccoli! Per noi la sicurezza è sempre al primo posto, soprattutto quando ci sono bambini, quindi ci fa davvero piacere sapere che vi siete sentiti a vostro agio. Speriamo di darvi presto il benvenuto di nuovo ad Antigua!
