Antigua Tours
Sail and Snorkel at Cades Reef
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Ages 0-99, max of 10 per group
Duration: 6h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Buffet lunch
  • Unlimited drinks (open bar)
  • Live commentary on board
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation
  • Transportation to boarding location


Start:
  • Tropical Adventures Antigua, 45C3+7J2, Redcliffe St, St John's, Antigua and Barbuda
    across the Street from Quay Necessities Store
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 26218P3

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
    • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 26218P3

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    rosqui9
    Loveland, Colorado54 contributions
    2.0 of 5 bubbles
    Before traveling to Antigua I had been warned on a forum that I would be dissatisfied with Cades. Oh how true. The reef was a mess, probably from the accumulated effects of hurricanes, tour boats tying up at the same buoy year after year with subsequent wear and tear on the coral. The reef is much larger than the small segment we saw and maybe it’s time to move the tie ups or put the reef off limits to snorkeling. Scuba diving outside the reef was probably much better.
    Written 15 May 2024
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    Jorge G
    Hampton, NH50 contributions
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2024 • Couples
    We were supposed to leave at 9:30 and we did not leave the dock until almost 11.
    Stopped at a beach to pick up more people, then were told the beach sops were cut back to one due to the time delays!
    The reef was DEAD. Not the operators fault, but still, should have been warned. The coral was all bleached and broken on the seafloor. No fish to be seen anywhere.
    Written 26 May 2024
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    Nolan H
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2024 • Couples
    The crew was very friendly and had great vibes the whole time. snorkel was well executed and felt safe the entire time. saw some cool wild life and the food was decent for being prepared on a boat.
    Written 16 May 2024
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    Erin K
    Watertown, NY6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2023 • Couples
    The Cades Reef snorkel and sail was a great day. The crew was top notch, there to answer any question that may be asked and Captain Brandon was a great guide as well. We learned so much about the beautiful island of Antigua. Snorkeling was beautiful. The trip back to the drop off point was so much fun. The lunch was delicious!! I would definitely do this trip again!
    Written 1 December 2023
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    Cassie B
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Snorkeling was great and the staff was very safe and made sure no one struggled in the water. The lobster was a small up charge but well worth it. The boat ride was nice and relaxing and very fun on the way back. The coral took a hit from the previous hurricane but that doesnt stop you from seeing so many beautiful fish.
    Written 6 September 2024
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    Marie King
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2022
    Mystic Cruises is simply they best! The entire crew made the day incredibly fun. Not only did we get a tour around the island but we got to learn about Antigua's history. Great food and drinks but most of all the entertainment was excellent. This definitely is not my last time on Mystic cruises! Great job Captain Brandon and crew.
    Written 26 September 2022
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    GrandTour539582
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2024 • Family
    Amazing anniversary destination. Many places hit my list but this stood out. Curtain bluff was the most value for the price. All water sports included and a French chef to boot. Don’t miss out great for family and retires alike.
    Written 14 June 2024
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    Tom P
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2022
    Me and my partner thought it would be a nice idea to do for our anniversary, was a lovely day and we had an amazing time. So much fun, the crew are lovely and friendly. Was laughing and smiling all day, not to mention that there were some rather informative moments in the day too. All round great trip, will very likely do this again at some point in the future!
    Written 11 November 2022
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    Steakeater45
    Massachusetts64 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    We took this trip on Friday . We went from St. John’s out along all the beautiful beaches . The boat wasn’t too big or too small . The crew was very friendly . We stopped at Cade’s reef to snorkel . I told them I had size 15 feet . The crew member handed me size 11 flippers . He said those were the biggest they had . He also handed me a life vest which he said was mandatory to get in the water . One of the other passengers refused to wear one and stayed on the boat . I got in the water . The mask they gave me leaked constantly . The life vest stopped me from snorkeling normally . My feet hurt from the pain of the crazy tight flippers . The reef had absolutely nothing to look at . It looked stripped and baron . The rest of the trip was fine . The beach we stopped at was beautiful . The lunch on the boat was very good . Overall it was a great trip except for the awful snorkeling . Maybe next time we’ll just do the boat trip .
    Written 19 February 2018
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    Linda N
    Chandler, AZ23 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2018
    Wadadli Cats Great crew coral alittle sandy from Maria but fish were great
    Deep Bay very relaxing good meal of fish and chicken cold Caribe beer!!!! and rum punch
    Fun sailing with good tunes
    Written 17 January 2018
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