Tours/Antigua/Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua
Viator · Private tour

Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua

5.0(274)Antigua1 hour
VIATOR5.0(135)TRIPADVISOR5.0(139)

Description

WE TOUR NELSON'S DOCKYARD, SHIRLEYS HEIGHTS & SNORKEL This is a guided tour. Taking in all the sights and sounds of the island on land and in the sea, with a very high chance of snorkeling with sea turtles, and a definite chance of seeing two shipwrecks! The snorkel is in mostly shallow water, off of a beach. THIS IS NOT A BOAT TOUR. Your snorkel guide enjoys spearfishing and can show you things while snorkeling you never even knew were below you! This is a private tour, meaning you will be the only travelers. It is roughly 4 hours long. There is cold water in the vehicle. Lunch is not provided on the tour. You will also have videos of you snorkeling around the shipwrecks and turtles emailed to you after the tour. If you don't wish to snorkel or if not all travelers would like to participate in the snorkel that is okay as well. Admission to national parks not included, it is 15$USD for two tickets, meaning you only pay one time.

Tour Options

Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua
  • Pickup included

Highlights

Use of Snorkelling equipment
Air-conditioned vehicle

What's included

Included
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Shirley's Heights, and Nelson's Dockyard

Pickup Locations & Times

We can pick you up wherever you may be on the island. Cruise ship travelers will meet in the parking lot right next to Rum Runners Bar which is a very short walk after you exit the ship. I will be waiting there wearing a bright yellow shirt, I have a large beard and bald head and I am pretty hard to miss. I contact all guests a day or two before your tour to get room numbers and give additional pickup information. Last minute bookings will receive a phone call or text message from me as well for pickup information. So make sure your phone number is correct when booking!

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • If you have mobility issues do not book this tour

Reviews(274)

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Randy_R
August 16, 2026
A nice experience and way to learn antigua!

Jonathan was a great host Showing us the island, explaining facts of the island and in no rush at anytime Snorkeling with videos was a plua!

Operator response

Thanks Randy, enjoyed your company very much. Thanks so much for booking. When you are on my tour we are on island time, no rush. Much love from my little rock!

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Tyler_C
August 12, 2026
Our tour with Johnny was...

Our tour with Johnny was one of the highlights of our trip! He made it easy to see several highlights of Antigua at once. We particularly enjoyed the snorkeling since we were able to easily see several sea turtles, lobsters, and an eagle ray. We felt safe while in the water with Johnny and didn't find the swimming strenuous at all given the bay is protected and the water was very calm during our visit. Huge thanks to Johnny for the GoPro footage captured in the water!

Operator response

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure having you along for the tour, and I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed exploring Antigua with me. I’m especially glad you had such a great snorkeling experience and got to see the turtles, lobsters, and eagle ray! Those are some pretty special encounters. 😊 It was also a pleasure capturing some GoPro footage for you to remember the experience by. Thank you again for choosing to spend part of your Antigua adventure with me. I really appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again someday! 🌴🐢🌊

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William_M
July 16, 2026
Great excursion for history and snorkling

We had a fantastic experience on the historical tour of Antigua and the snorkeling excursion at English Bay. Johnny was an excellent guide who was knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about sharing Antigua’s history, culture, and modern-day lifestyle. His enthusiasm made the tour both educational and enjoyable. The snorkeling was a perfect complement to the tour, with beautiful clear water, colorful fish, and stunning scenery. The entire excursion was well organized and offered a great balance of learning and relaxation. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Antigua who wants to experience the island’s rich heritage and natural beauty.

Operator response

Thanks so much for the review William! So happy you enjoyed your time with me. I am always trying to share as much knowledge about my island, and its underwater life as possible. Thanks again for booking and for supporting my small business over the larger tour companies out there. I greatly appreciate it. Much love from my little rock!

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James_P
June 17, 2026
Great tour and...

Great tour and experience. Johnny was very friendly and knowledgeable. A must do if you enjoy history and snorkeling.

Operator response

Thanks James, I enjoyed your company.

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Breanarosado
June 5, 2026
BOOK JOHNNY!!!!

Johnny was absolutely PHENOMENAL!!! He’s sooo knowledgeable and gives so you many cool history stories about the island the entire time. He truly made snorkeling sooo easy and I felt like I was a professional because of him. If you’re thinking about booking, don’t spend another minute considering. It’s the best excursion I’ve done. He’s truly amazing! (He also takes AMAZING pictures). I loved seeing the videos after our excursion too. I would 100% book with Johnny again!!!

Operator response

Thanks so much Breana. You and the husband were awesome guests, and super fun to be around. "The best excursion you've done" means a lot! So happy to help you guys make some memories, all the best to both of you, and much love from my llittle rock!

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Mandy_W
June 3, 2026
Quick, fun, knowledgeable

Johnny is the bombshiz! Super knowledgeable, fast paced, attentive, quick responder, patient, friendly and knows all the hidden gems. Ask whatever questions you want and he’s got your answer! His tour was extremely fun, from story time to snorkeling. We would do it all over again when we visit! Thank you!!

Operator response

Thanks so much for the review guys, enjoyed your company very much! Wishing you all the best in your future travels, and hope your journey home is a safe one!

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Shari_G
June 2, 2026
Wonderful Tour

My daughter and I had a wonderful trip with Johnny. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the island; we saw Shirley Heights and Nelson’s Dockyard. The snorkelling was the highlight for us. We saw an eagle ray, sting rays, and turtles. Johnny gave us a wonderful tour. Safety is very important to him and we certainly appreciated his concern for us in and out of the water. I would recommend this tour for families.

Operator response

Thanks so much! You and your daughter were great guests and decent swimmers. Happy you had a good time and I hope I was able to help you make some lasting memories with your daughter!

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sonnyfishkiller
May 26, 2026
Friendly Knowledgeable Guide, Beautiful Scenery and Informative Tour

Johnny, our tour guide was an eclectic mix of Middle Eastern, Antiguan and Canadian heritage was a great guide to Nelson's Dockyard and the other miscellaneous points of interest along the way. He communicated with me during the pickup, allowing for extra time to get to us since the resort was out of the way and accessed by a rough stretch of road that really tests a vehicle's tires and suspension. His private tour allowed him to focus exclusively on his guests and tailor his tour to the guests' interests. Not only does he care about the quality of his tour and presentation, he cares about the safety and well being of his guests. I unfortunately cut my foot on a piece of coral when entering the water and he strongly advised me not to continue the tour for my own safety. He immediately offered a partial refund of the tour price which I declined since it was my own fault that I cut my foot. He stayed with me while I made my way back to the van, supporting me the entire way. I can't wait to return and book the same tour again, this time taking more care when entering the water. He is trying to expand his business and I wish him all the best and much success in the future.

Operator response

Thanks for the review I enjoyed you and the wifes company very much. My guests safety are always my number one priority. Glad you still enjoyed your time with me regardless, and I look forward to trying again with you in the future!

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adammT5760EE
May 16, 2026
What an experience!

We had such a great time! Such an amazing experience and even got to see turtles despite the bad weather. They even managed to collect us from our hotel (hermitage bay) despite the road leading to the property being very bad. Other excursions refused to collect us, but this wasn’t an issue here! Can’t recommend enough!

Operator response

Thanks so much for the review! Enjoyed your company thanks for being good swimmers!

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Chelsie_S
May 14, 2026
Great Introduction to Antigua

We really enjoyed the trip with Johnny. From the moment he picked us up, we felt like we were in a safe and knowledgeable pair of hands. It was great to hear his insight and experience of living in Antigua whilst driving. At both stops Johnny gave an informative introduction and then we had some time to explore independently. The highlight however was the snorkelling stop where we saw two turtles and a stingray. Having Johnny film the snorkelling is a great addition!

Operator response

Thanks so much Chelsie, you and your husband were great to be around and great swimmers as well! All the best to the both of you, in your future travels!

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