Antigua Jeep Safari: Devil's Bridge, Betty's Hope & Beach Lunch

Clamber across Devil's Bridge's jagged rocks, then swim at Long Bay Beach after exploring a restored colonial plantation.

A full-day jeep safari across Antigua combines two historical sites (Devil's Bridge National Park and Betty's Hope Historic Sugar Plantation) with lunch at Road House Restaurant and a refreshing swim at Long Bay Beach. The tour includes a live English-speaking guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, and beverages. Five to six hours of travel and exploration, with moderate physical fitness required.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Betty's Hope Historic Sugar Plantation45m · entry included
2. Devil's Bridge National Park45m

Explore Antigua's historical and natural sites

• Visit Betty's Hope sugar plantation
• Explore Devil’s Bridge rock formation
• Have lunch at Road House Restaurant
• Swim and relax at Long Bay Beach

The experience

What does a jeep safari through Antigua actually cover? You start at Betty's Hope, a 17th-century sugar plantation now preserved as a heritage site and museum. The estate holds one fully restored windmill with sails still intact, and an interpretation center walks you through Antigua's colonial past and the sugar industry that shaped it. From there, the jeep takes you to Devil's Bridge on the eastern coast, where you clamber along jagged coastal terrain to watch waves erupt through blowholes and natural arches. The rock formations are dramatic enough that you'll understand why people come back with photos.

Lunch happens at Road House Restaurant & Bar, a family-run stop on the way to Half Moon Bay that serves Caribbean-style meals. After eating, you head to Long Bay Beach on the east coast, about five minutes from the village of Willikies. The beach sits on fine white sand with clear water, and you get time to swim or snorkel before the jeep brings you back. The whole route takes five to six hours from pickup to drop-off, and your guide navigates the stops and handles the driving.

The jeep itself is built for this terrain. You travel comfortably but on an open vehicle that lets you see the landscape as you move through it. Pickup from your hotel is included, as is lunch, all beverages (including alcoholic drinks), and entry fees to the sites. The guide speaks English and knows the history of each stop well enough to answer questions as you go.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• a live English-speaking guide.
• entry to Devil's Bridge National Park and Betty's Hope Historic Sugar Plantation.
• lunch at Road House Restaurant.
• all beverages including alcoholic drinks.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (13 to 75 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Under 5: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 16 · max 6 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 28 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by South Coast Horizons

Is this one for you?The jeep ride and walking on jagged rocks at Devil's Bridge demand moderate fitness and a willingness to move across uneven terrain, so this tour suits travelers who are comfortable with physical activity and want to see Antigua's colonial history and natural coast in one outing rather than piece it together separately.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 12 years). Under 5: they can't be included in the booking.

What exactly is Betty's Hope and why is it worth stopping there?

Betty's Hope is a 17th-century sugar plantation established by Governor Keynell that now operates as a heritage site and museum. You explore the preserved ruins of the estate, including one fully restored windmill with working sails, and visit an interpretation center that explains Antigua's colonial history and the sugar industry that dominated the island's economy.

What happens at Devil's Bridge and is it safe to walk around?

Devil's Bridge is a natural rock formation on Antigua's eastern coast known for crashing waves that erupt through blowholes and arches in the stone. You clamber along the jagged coastal terrain with the group to see the formations up close and get views of the dramatic wave action. The terrain is uneven, so a moderate level of physical fitness helps.

How much time do I actually get to swim at Long Bay Beach?

Long Bay Beach is the final stop on the tour after lunch, and you have time to swim or snorkel in the fine white sand and clear water before heading back to your hotel. The beach sits on Antigua's east coast near Willikies village and is known as a local gem for water activities.

What's included in the price and what do I need to bring?

The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a live English-speaking guide, lunch at Road House Restaurant, all beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), and entry fees to Devil's Bridge and Betty's Hope. Bring sunscreen, a swimsuit, and water shoes or sturdy footwear for walking on the jagged rocks at Devil's Bridge.