Clear Boat & Offshore Islands Experience (with transfer)
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
*Transfer included, provide accommodation at check out for details*
Experience Antigua's North Sound Offshore Islands like never before with our fully transparent boat tour, a unique aqua adventure!
Starting from St John’s Cruise Port or other central locations, your day begins with a 25-minute drive to Belfast Bay on the island’s east coast. Cruise aboard our innovative fully see through vessel made from a special clear polycarbonate material and marvel at the vibrant coral reefs and marine life beneath.
Learn about the area's rich ecosystem from our expert crew, gaining insight into Antigua’s delicate marine environment.
The journey includes a visit to deserted Bird Island, where you can unwind on pristine beaches and soak up the sun. Snap photos of the oddly shaped “Hell’s Gate” Island from up close! We only do small groups, so you’ll never feel crowded or rushed.
Keep an eye out for sea turtles and other marine creatures as you explore. Includes light snacks and cold drinks.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Duration:4 hours
Operating Schedule:9:30am-1:45am
Club House, Gift Shop, Showers, Restroom
Photo stop
Photo Stop
Beach stop
What‘s Included
In-Person Entertaining Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lite bites, drinks
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Clear Boat & Offshore Islands Experience (with transfer)
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great family experience!
TheFantasticMrJones,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We ended up on this trip after trying for a few days to go on the trip out of St John’s. The Rock Adventures team were incredibly kind in making every effort to get us out on the transparent boat. We wanted our 3 year old to experience the coral and fish, and a transparent boat seemed perfect! It was an amazing experience and fun to see other boats reactions when they realised our boat was completely clear. Our trip went out through the mangroves before heading to Bird Island - we were lucky to be able to hold an Antiguan Racer snake with one of the biologists looking after the island. We then went to snorkel off the north beach and ended up surrounded by turtles, before heading to another sheltered spot to snorkel a coral reef and then heading back, spotting eagle and southern stingrays all the way. The day we went out was a little rough, but our 3 year old was very happy on the boat and our 8 year old loved his first snorkelling experience. Great homemade rum punch (best we had on the island) and banana bread included as well!
Skip the catamaran - book this instead!
kariannac2026,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour is an absolute gem of an experience. If you are looking for a relaxing time out at sea with fun, knowledgeable local guides, book this tour! The boat is small (max probably only 20 people) and offers a more personalized feeling tour experience. Dillon and Mieshak (spelling is probably wrong so I apologize!) were our incredible captain and crew. They shared homemade banana bread and the best rum punch I've had in the Caribbean. We passed over several reef sites and the Andes shipwreck, and then stopped at a beautiful beach to have time to swim. I can't recommend this tour enough!
Amazing captain and first mate
556christis,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were on our anniversary/honeymoon and this was our first excursion and it was such a great experience. Our captain and first mate were super nice and friendly showing us some really interesting and cool things in Antigua. We would definitely do this again with the same company!! Completely 5 stars!
Not much to see
GerryTO,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Not much to see or do on this tour. We were disappointed. Birds were far away, no other animal life seen. Beach was OK, but there are beaches everywhere on this island. We could not visit the island and had to stay on the beach. We saw very few corals from the glass boat, and it looks like they might be dead or dying..
Awesome Tour!!!
wader907,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing!!! The crew was wonderful and a very cool transparent boat. Didn't see a ton of fish but the whole experience as amazing. We have 10 in our family on this tour. We were all on a 7 day Cruise in the Caribbean and this was everyone's favorite excursion that we did. Thank you soooooooo much to Cam and Trevis were great!!!
Frightening experience
julialQ8403BC,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Trying to get in boat was not easy due to high sides we booked the trip to see the fish but couldn’t see any thing on the way back from the beach the driver of the boat beached it we were in boat on sea when we had bad waves and it nearly turned the boat over as front of boat was stuck on beach and the waves were coming over and water was coming in boat and life jackets were floating the people on sandals beach came to help to get boat afloat so we set off again and we had to stop in middle of sea as water had got into fuel so they had to refuel the boat all the way back they were bailing out this was not well run or organised to a standard you would not expect it was a very frightening experience which I wouldn’t want any one to have the experience we had
Rabbit
hube2186081,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We had an appointment at 1:30 today. We haven't seen anyone, and nobody knows reef explore. No pontoon, no sign,
Tiny boat but no issue with sea sickness!
C6172BImarkj,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booked through Sandals. Trevis was a great captain. I can't imagine going with a better captain. Visited a beach only accessible by boat. Rum punch and banana bread on the beach. What could be better Water was a little cloudy due to storm the previous day, but not their fault. Sunken ship was really neat to see only a few feet below the surface.
Fun day at sea
fainolal,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went on this tour on my birthday with friends and the team made my day very special. My friends and I had such a good time on the tour. What I loved the most was that the team prioritized safety and ensured we had fun in the safest way. I highly recommend.
Great tour Experience
Connector14040071822,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide team was highly professional and well-informed about the island, sharing relevant details to enhance our understanding of Antigua's history. The captain was a engaging speaker with a calm demeanor, making the experience enjoyable. The transparency of the boat allowed us to observe the stunning ocean depths below, which was truly magnificent.
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