Includes
Light Snack
Bottled Water
Tour Description
Lace up your shoes and get ready to explore one of Antigua’s most breathtaking coastal hikes. This guided adventure begins at the beautiful Galleon Beach, where you’ll set off along the Carpenter Rock Trail, a scenic path that hugs the island’s southern coast with stunning views of the Caribbean Sea.
You’ll journey through the Jones Valley Trail, a shaded forest trail with gentle inclines and lush vegetation. Along the way, you’ll discover two of Antigua’s hidden gems the dramatic rock formations of the Pillars of Hercules, and the enchanting Mermaid Pools, where waves flow in and out of natural saltwater basins carved into the shoreline.
Perfect for nature lovers, hikers, and explorers alike this tour offers a true escape into the natural beauty and wild coastline of Antigua.
Highlights
– Begin your adventure at the peaceful Galleon Beach, one of Antigua’s most scenic coastal spots
– Hike the rugged Carpenter Rock Trail, offering dramatic ocean views and cliffside paths
– Explore the lush, shaded Jones Valley Trail, rich with tropical plants and birdlife
– Discover the natural beauty of the Mermaid Pools, where the sea meets carved stone basins
– Marvel at the towering rock formations of the Pillars of Hercules
– Take in breathtaking panoramic views from Shirley Heights, overlooking English Harbour and Nelson’s Dockyard
Tour Details
– Duration: Approximately 4 hours
– Departure Time: 9:00 AM
– Availability: Flexible for private and small-group bookings
– Meeting Point: Hotel lobby, cruise port, or any pre-arranged location
(Please be ready in your lobby 15 minutes before your confirmed pick-up time).
– What to Bring: Closed-toe walking or hiking shoes, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, towel, swimwear (optional), camera, and a refillable water bottle
– Accessibility: All are welcome! If you have mobility concerns, please inform us in advance so we can make suitable arrangements.
What's Included
– Round-trip transportation
– Guided hike (Carpenter Rock Trail + Jones Valley Trail)
– Visit to Mermaid Pools and Pillars of Hercules
– Complimentary bottled water
– Rum punch (served post-hike)
– Time for swimming or relaxing at Galleon Beach
What's Not Included
– Meals
– Gratuities (optional)
Tour Details
– Duration: Approximately 3.5–4 hours
– Departure Time: 9:00 AM
– Availability: Flexible for private and small-group bookings
– Meeting Point: Hotel lobby, cruise port, or any pre-arranged location
(Please be ready in your lobby 15 minutes before your confirmed pick-up time).
– What to Bring: Closed-toe walking or hiking shoes, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, towel, swimwear (optional), camera, and a refillable water bottle
– Accessibility: All are welcome! If you have mobility concerns, please inform us in advance so we can make suitable arrangements.
What's Included
– Round-trip transportation
– Guided hike (Carpenter Rock Trail + Jones Valley Trail)
– Visit to Mermaid Pools and Pillars of Hercules
– Complimentary bottled water
– Light local snack
– Rum punch (served post-hike)
– Time for swimming or relaxing at Galleon Beach
What's Not Included
– Meals
– Gratuities (optional)