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Historic Hike & Beach Break

  • St. Johns
From 75
Wander through a lush forest trail, then reset along the shores of a postcard-worthy beach.
Get in touch with the tropical scenery in the rainforest. After getting briefed by a local guide, you'll begin your trail through canopied vines, wild fruits, and rare vegetation. You'll be met with mesmerizing vistas over a horizon of gem-toned blues and greens in all directions. After a quick break, descend to one of Antigua's finest beaches to cool off inside the crystal Caribbean waves.

Energy Level

Duration

4 hours

Type

ENERGETIC, RELAXING

Accessible

No

Shore Thing Highlights

  • The ruins of Fort Barrington date back to 1779 and are one of the best historical areas to explore on the island

  • Visit Fort Barrington's ruins — a strategic area atop Goat Hill that oversaw battles dating back to the 1650s

  • Take in the biodiversity while viewing interesting plants, wild fruits, verdant vegetation, and canopied trees

  • Let your salty hair down, unwind under the swaying palm trees, and bask in the glow of a picture-perfect beach

Need to know

  • Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible

  • This Shore Thing is not suitable for pregnant Sailors

  • This Shore Thing is weather dependent

  • A change of clothes and spare shoes are recommended

  • Sailors will hike for approximately 1.5-hours

  • This Shore Things involves walking over uneven and/or steep surfaces

  • Closed-toed shoes are required

  • Approximately 20-minutes drive to/from Five Islands

  • Sailors should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this Shore Thing is appropriate

  • This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria

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