Antigua Stingray City Tour: Devil's Bridge, Long Bay & Betty's Hope
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; participants should be comfortable standing and wading in shallow water.
Overview
Step off a skiff into waist-deep water where southern stingrays glide like dark coins and the Atlantic keeps its own rhythm. This six-hour East Coast loop pairs close-up marine moments with Devil's Bridge, Long Bay snorkeling and a visit to Betty's Hope plantation.
Antigua Stingray City Tour: Devil's Bridge, Long Bay & Betty's Hope
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The boat slips away from the dock and the island peels back — limestone cliff, scrubby shrub, Atlantic surf hammering the reef. The captain throttles down and a flat, sandy stretch of sea opens up: Stingray City. Dark discs glide like living coins beneath the surface, curious and slow-moving, inviting you to step off the bow and into ankle-to-chest-deep water where they wait.
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Adventure Tips
Arrive On Time
Pickup and boarding are punctual; a 10-minute delay can be treated as a no-show with no refund.
Wear Water Shoes
Devil's Bridge and some beach entry points are rocky; shoes protect feet and make scrambling easier.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Coral and marine life are sensitive—choose reef-safe sunscreen and reapply frequently.
Bring a Waterproof Camera
Waterproof or splash-rated cameras capture stingray interactions and snorkeling without risking gear.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- southern stingray
- brown pelican
History
Betty's Hope was one of Antigua’s earliest sugar plantations, established in 1651; its restored windmills and interpretation panels document the island’s colonial sugar economy and enslaved labor.
Conservation
Operators emphasize minimal contact with wildlife and provide reef-safe practices; visitors should avoid standing on coral and use only reef-safe sunscreens to reduce impacts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the marine environment under strong tropical sun.
summer specific
Water shoes
Grip and protect feet on limestone, coral and rocky beach entries.
summer specific
Light waterproof jacket or windbreaker
Useful if trade winds pick up or for cooler, breezier mornings.
winter specific
Waterproof phone case or camera
Enables clear photos of stingrays and snorkeling without risking your device.
summer specific