Excursion Full day catamaran tour to great bird island tour at Falmouth

Discover Antigua's coastline whilst sailing on the state-of-the art sleek sailing catamaran.

You will be met at the ship by your tour guide and escorted a few yards to your awaiting modern sailing catamaran and expert, courteous and knowledgeable crew. From here you will embark on an exhilarating enjoyable boat ride around the north coast to Great Bird Island, one of Antigua's best locations for snorkeling.

Sailing to Great bird Island

Great Bird Island is a 20 acre islet lying almost three kilometres north-east of Antigua. Visitors to Great Bird Island regard it as a 'desert island' dream.

Named by sailors who were amazed at the number of birds that they found living and nesting there, Great Bird Island is a miniature paradise. White sand beaches at either end of the sandbar are the main attraction for visitors.

Whilst it is better known for its superb beaches and closely surrounding coral reefs than any wildlife, it is also the only place you may be able to see an Antiguan Racer snake in the wild. (They are only 20 cms long at best and harmless). The entire world population of this snake lives on the island. As well as being the last refuge of the Antiguan Racer snake, it's the home for a variety of endangered creatures including exotic red-billed tropic birds (Phaeton astherus), brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis), rare lizard, West Indian whistling ducks and the magnificent frigate bird or man o' war bird (Fregata magnificens).

Snorkeling or swimming

You will be given a tuition in snorkelling before you are invited to put on your mask, fins and buoyancy belt and go snorkelling accompanied with expert guides in the crystal clear waters! Or you can simply take a swim or relax and soak up the sun in the idyllic location on board the boat.

When you return there will be sandwiches and an open bar where you can enjoy rum punch, beers, water and soft drinks.

Lunch and beach stop

The sail continues in the Caribbean waters to another deserted beach where we will drop anchor and serve a delicious Caribbean lunch of baked chicken or fish, green salad, rice and peas, macaroni cheese pie, vegetables and garlic bread with an open bar.

En route back to St John's there will be a beach stop to another of Antigua's famous white sands beaches.

You can then sit back and relax as you are taken on a wonderful fun filled boating experience along the south west coast en route to St John's, taking in the colourful villages, white sand beaches and rural sights.

This is an opportunity to enjoy the Caribbean as it used to be; peaceful and tranquil yet available for as much fun as you want to make. Take a boat ride, snorkel in crystal clear waters whilst you see a wonder of brightly coloured Caribbean fish right in front of you; swim, enjoy drinks from the open bar and visit a deserted island and Antigua's famed 365 beaches; enjoy the tour prepared by people who know Antigua and Caribbean the best and simply relax

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Sailing to Great Bird Island, Snorkling or Swimming in Great Bird Island, Lunch and beach stop

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 200 yards (about 183 metres), with a few steps to negotiate to embark/disembark the catamaran. This tour is recommended for guests who are in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory problems, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with beach shoes, and bring sun protection and a towel from the ship. Snorkelling equipment, including safety buoyancy waistband, mask, snorkel and fins, is provided. Professional instruction and supervision by PADI-trained guides is included. Guests must be at least 21 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions.