7-Day Natural Adventure in Antigua

  1. Day 1: Nelson's Dockyard National Park
    30 minutes (12 miles) from V.C. Bird International Airport

    Explore the historic British naval base, enjoy stunning views of the harbor, and dine at the park's restaurant.

  2. Day 2: Fig Tree Drive
    20 minutes (6.2 miles) from Nelson's Dockyard National Park

    Drive through lush countryside, rainforest, and an 18th-century sugar plantation on this scenic route.

  3. Day 3: St. John's Cathedral and Museum of Antigua and Barbuda
    20 minutes (6.2 miles) from Fig Tree Drive

    Learn about Antigua's colonial and cultural heritage at this beautiful cathedral and museum.

  4. Day 4: Devil's Bridge
    40 minutes (16 miles) from St. John's Cathedral and Museum of Antigua and Barbuda

    See breathtaking natural limestone arches and blowholes carved by the power of the Atlantic Ocean.

  5. Day 5: Stingray City
    20 minutes (6.4 miles) from Devil's Bridge

    Swim with friendly southern stingrays in a beautiful shallow bay and learn about these fascinating creatures.

  6. Day 6: Wallings Nature Reserve
    45 minutes (20 miles) from Stingray City

    Hike through scenic rainforest, spot colorful birds and butterflies, and discover a hidden waterfall.

  7. Day 7: Darkwood Beach
    30 minutes (12.6 miles) from Wallings Nature Reserve

    Relax on a pristine white sand beach, swim in crystal-clear waters, and enjoy a tropical drink at the beach bar.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Nelson's Dockyard National Park (4 hours, free)
  • Fig Tree Drive (2 hours, free)
  • St. John's Cathedral and Museum of Antigua and Barbuda (2 hours, $8)
  • Devil's Bridge (1 hour, free)
  • Stingray City (2 hours, $75)
  • Wallings Nature Reserve (3 hours, $10)
  • Darkwood Beach (4 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $93

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Betty's Hope, a restored sugar plantation; Long Bay Beach, a popular spot for kitesurfing; and Antigua Rainforest Canopy Tour, a zipline adventure through the trees. If you have less time, you can skip St. John's Cathedral and Museum of Antigua and Barbuda or Wallings Nature Reserve.

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