5-Hour Darkwood Beach Snorkelling Tour with VIP Picnic in St. John's

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the local culture and authentic markets of St. John's
• 02 See Antigua State College, Big Quick Bridge, and The Smith Estate 'Hall Valley Farm'
• 03 Snorkel in the crystal-clear turquoise Caribbean waters of Darkwood Beach
• 04 Enjoy a VIP picnic setup with beach time at lovely Darkwood Beach

Indulge in the lovely vibes of St. John's as you explore the city's local markets and history on a short sightseeing drive through old villages and scenic areas. See attractions such as Antigua State College, Big Quick Bridge, and The Smith Estate 'Hall Valley Farm', a family farm dating back to the 1700s. The experience culminates at Darkwood Beach, where a luxurious picnic setup, stunning scenery, crystal-clear turquoise Caribbean waters, and a gracious host await you, along with time for snorkelling and beach relaxation.

The experience culminates at Darkwood Beach, where a luxurious picnic setup, stunning scenery, crystal-clear turquoise Caribbean waters, and a gracious host await you, along with time for snorkelling and beach relaxation.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City St. John's

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

St. John's Mini Tour and Darkwood Beach Snorkelling Picnic

• Enjoy 5 hours of snorkelling and a picnic at the lovely Darkwood Beach.
• Enjoy a 20-minute mini-tour through the historic city of St. John's.
  • Explore the local authentic markets.
  • Visit local villages featuring attractions such as Antigua State College, Big Quick Bridge, and The Smith Estate 'Hall Valley Farm', a family farm dating back to the 1700s.
  • Experience Nut Grove, Golden Grove, Jennings, and Bolands.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• BBQ or jerk chicken lunch
• 2 chairs and 1 umbrella
• Picnic couples setup
• Drink: rum or fruit punch
• Round-trip taxi
• Mini tour
• Local wine
• Tour guide and host
• 5-hour snorkelling and beach time
• Picnic box: local mini Cavalier rum, Antiguan local sugar cake or tamarind jam, local Antiguan bread pudding, cheese and crackers, apples, and bananas

What's Not Included

• Snorkeling gear
• Bar and restaurant purchases

What to bring

• Towels
• Swimwear
• Snorkeling gear

Know before you go

• All guests should be on time.
• If your cruise ship is arriving later than the start time, please inform us when booking.
• Hotel guests can also book this excursion; please indicate your pick-up point or hotel when booking.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Heritage Quay Shopping Centre, High St, Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda

Tour start

St Johns, Antigua and Barbuda

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.