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Open Back Safari Tour in Antigua

Explore the authentic side of Antigua aboard an open-air safari vehicle featuring tropical rainforest, scenic viewpoints, local villages, historic landmarks, off-road routes, wildlife, and unforgettable island views.

Duration

6 Hours

Price

US$130 pp

Best For

Groups

Tour Type

Safari Tour

About This Tour 

The Open Back Safari Tour in Antigua is an exciting way to explore the island beyond its famous beaches and resorts. Travel aboard an elevated open-air safari vehicle as you journey through tropical rainforest, traditional communities, scenic countryside, historic areas, and spectacular coastal viewpoints.

Unlike a standard sightseeing tour, the open-back safari allows you to feel the Caribbean breeze and enjoy unobstructed views throughout the journey. Along the way, a knowledgeable local guide will share stories about Antigua’s history, culture, wildlife, farming traditions, and everyday island life.

This Antigua safari tour is ideal for families, couples, groups, solo travellers, cruise passengers, photographers, and first-time visitors who want to experience the authentic beauty of Antigua from a different perspective.

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US$130 per person · US$75 per child (5-12) · US$40 per infant (0-4) · Pickups included


Open Back Safari Tour in Antigua

The Open Back Safari Tour in Antigua combines sightseeing, culture, nature, history, and light off-road adventure. The elevated seating provides excellent visibility as you travel through landscapes and communities that many visitors do not get the opportunity to see.

Explore the Authentic Side of Antigua

Travel through traditional villages and local communities where you may see colourful homes, churches, schools, cricket fields, roadside fruit vendors, and scenes from everyday island life.

Your guide will share information about Antiguan traditions, local culture, agriculture, history, wildlife, and modern island life throughout the journey.

Journey Through Fig Tree Drive

One of the highlights of the safari is the scenic journey through Fig Tree Drive, Antigua’s famous rainforest route. The winding road is surrounded by banana plants, bamboo, fruit trees, flowering plants, and lush tropical vegetation.

Depending on the season, you may also see mangoes, breadfruit, pineapple, coconut, papaya, avocado, and other fruits growing throughout the countryside.

Discover Scenic Coastal Viewpoints

The tour includes stops at selected viewpoints where guests can admire Antigua’s turquoise water, white-sand beaches, hidden coves, coastal cliffs, historic harbours, and offshore islands.

These stops provide excellent opportunities to take photographs and appreciate Antigua’s diverse landscapes.

Learn About Antigua’s History and Culture

Throughout the safari, your local guide will share stories about Antigua’s colonial history, sugar plantation era, British naval heritage, local legends, and cultural traditions.

Depending on the day’s route, you may pass historic plantation sites, countryside landmarks, villages, and locations connected to Antigua’s development.

Tour Highlights

Scenic Boat ride along Antigua's Coastline

Explore the natural formation of Hell's Gate

Visit the Private Laviscount Island

Meet and feed giant Aldabra tortoises

Snorkel in crystal clear Caribbean waters

Learn about local wildlife & island history

Duration

6.5 Hours

Price

US$199.39 pp

What To Expect

Explore Hidden Island

Cruise to secluded spots surrounded by turqouise waters and stunning views.

Discover Laviscount Island

Relax on a private island with pristine beaches and loval stories to share.

Visit Hell's Gate Island

Walk along the rugged coast and see waves crash through natural limestone formations

Meet Giant Aldabra Tortoises

Get up close with these gently giants and learn about their unique habitat.

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