Antigua: Sea Turtle Snorkeling & Aqua Scooter Adventure

Chase Turtles on an Aqua Scooter Off Antigua's Coast

You snorkel from Freeman's Bay with an eco-friendly aqua scooter that propels you to the Pillars of Hercules rock formation, where you'll see sea turtles, rays, tropical fish, and shipwrecks. Your guide handles the photos and provides snorkel gear, water, and drinks. The scooter does the work, so you focus on what's below. Plan your own transport to the bay.

Step-by-step itinerary

Snorkel and explore marine life

• Snorkel from Freeman's Bay shore
• Use eco-friendly aqua scooter
• Visit Pillars of Hercules rock formation
• See turtles, rays, crabs, shipwrecks
• Enjoy colorful tropical fishes

The experience

There's something that shifts in you the moment you see a turtle glide past your mask underwater: a kind of quiet thrill that makes you forget you're holding your breath. This snorkel trip out of Freeman's Bay in English Harbour puts you in that water within minutes, and the aqua scooter part is what makes it different. You're not just swimming. You're propelling yourself on a battery-powered device that feels like something out of a spy film, which is exactly how the guides describe it. The scooter takes you out to the Pillars of Hercules, a natural rock formation that's close enough to reach but far enough to feel like an expedition.

Your guide meets you at the shore and walks through the equipment (snorkel mask, fins, the scooter itself) before you push off. The water around Freeman's Bay holds more than just turtles. You'll see rays moving along the bottom, crabs tucked into crevices, and schools of tropical fish that shift color as they turn. There are shipwrecks down there too, scattered pieces that give the whole thing a sense of discovery. The scooter does the work, so you're not fighting current or fatigue. You're just steering and looking. It's the kind of snorkeling where you actually see things instead of spending half your time trying to stay in one spot.

What lands with people afterward is usually the photos. They're shot underwater by your guide, and they're included, which means you're not buying prints at the end or realizing later you have no proof of the turtle you saw. The trip includes bottled water and soda while you're out there, plus a drink after if you want one. Pickup isn't part of this package, so you'll need to arrange your own way to Freeman's Bay, but once you're there, the whole thing is handled.

What’s included

• Snorkel equipment and aqua scooter use.
• bottled water and soda.
• alcoholic beverages.
• underwater photos taken by your guide.
• Antigua & Barbuda sales tax.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:30, 11:00 and 14:00

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (10 to 70 years) · Under 10: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPets welcomeNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Scooter Snorkeling

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to see sea turtles and shipwrecks without the physical strain of traditional snorkeling. The scooter handles the propulsion, so you're free to look around and stay calm underwater.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Do I need snorkeling experience to do this?

No. The guide walks you through the equipment and stays with you. The aqua scooter keeps you steady in the water, which makes it easier than traditional snorkeling.

What's included in the price?

Snorkel equipment, aqua scooter use, bottled water, soda, alcoholic beverages, underwater photos, and Antigua & Barbuda sales tax.

How far out do we go?

You travel by scooter to the Pillars of Hercules, a natural rock formation not far from Freeman's Bay shore. It's close enough to be safe but far enough to feel like an adventure.

Can I bring my own camera?

Yes, but underwater photos are included with your guide, so you'll have professional shots even if you don't bring one.

Is this suitable for non-swimmers?

The aqua scooter helps keep you stable, but you should be comfortable in water and able to breathe through a snorkel mask. Check with the operator if you're unsure.

Do I need to arrange my own transport?

Yes. Pickup is not included, so you'll need to get to Freeman's Bay in English Harbour on your own.