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Semi Private Snorkeling and Sightseeing Tour of Antigua

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Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda
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4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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Overview

WE TOUR NELSON'S DOCKYARD, SHIRLEYS HEIGHTS and 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.

What's Included

  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Shirley's Heights, and Nelson's Dockyard (paid on site)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Your guide 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. The guide will be waiting there wearing a bright yellow shirt, they will have a large beard and bald head, pretty hard to miss. All guests will be contacted 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 as well for pickup information. So make sure your phone number is correct when booking!

What To Expect

****DISCLAIMER****
****Although this tour says semi-private there is a very good chance it will be fully private. Its pretty much luck of the draw depending on who books. 10 people max does not mean 10 people will be on the tour, it is more likely to be 4-6 people possibly less. You can ask after booking how many there will be, with time to cancel if your not satisfied****

WE TOUR Nelson's Dockyard and Shirley's Heights, finally we will be snorkeling for about an hour around a couple shipwrecks and looking for turtles, we normally always encounter them, but it depends on the visibility that day. I would say 85-90% of guests encounter turtles. Snorkeling is done in a protected harbor meaning the water is very calm and relatively shallow and visibility is normally good. Even beginners or first time snorkelers can do this. THIS IS NOT A BOAT TOUR! Admission to the national parks is 15$USD which gives you two tickets one for Nelson's Dockyard and one for Shirley's Heights. So to clarify you only pay one time for both parks!
Tour Duration time is approximate, and depends on where you are staying and how far drive time is.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • If you have mobility issues do not book this tour

Frequently Asked Questions (14)

Q: Do you take pregnant customers snorkeling?

A: Yes, we allow pregnant women to go on snorkeling. However, it’s crucial to consult with your healthcare provider before doing so to assess your individual health and pregnancy stage. Read more Jan 2022

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-241390P1

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What's Included

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  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Shirley's Heights, and Nelson's Dockyard (paid on site)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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 a moderate physical fitness level
  • If you have mobility issues do not book this tour
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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