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Sail and Snorkel at Cades Reef

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Overview

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6 hours

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Enjoy the majestic views as you travel down the southern coast of the island. A stop will be made at Cades Reef for the opportunity to snorkel in Antigua's largest reef. Then, time to stop at a beach for lunch and a chance to swim. The boat will then sail back up the coast to the rhythms of some fun Caribbean music.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

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Cades Reef

Get ready for a fun-filled day that the whole family will love. Enjoy a relaxing Caribbean experience aboard the sailing catamaran ‘Mystic.’ Cruise down the souternh coast of the island, taking in the beautiful views of the Antiguan coastline and the Caribbean Sea. You'll stop at Cades Reef to snorkel Antigua’s largest reef formation. Cades Reef is a national, protected marine area and is full of sea life for you to discover. Whilst you snorkel, the crew will prepare a fresh BBQ lunch for you when you return. After you enjoy this wonderful Caribbean BBQ buffet, the boat will anchor at one of the secluded bays for a chance to swim in the turquoise water or just bask in the sun. As you swim or get a sun tan, the crew will be taking care of your every need by bringing your drinks on the beach.

Admission Not Applicable
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Antigua and Barbuda

After an hour on the beach, it is time to hoist the sail and start heading North along the coast. Time to turn up the music and start taking advantage of the open bar! Everyone will be jamming to the music until returning to the point of origin. You'll surely leave wanting more and waiting to do it all over again. Note that the beaches chosen for designated stops will be dependent upon sea conditions.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Buffet lunch

Unlimited drinks (open bar)

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Live commentary on board

Gratuities

Private transportation

Transportation to boarding location

Options

Sail and Snorkel at Cades Reef

Reviews

4.38

64 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Easy to get to off cruise ship, kids really enjoyed

    Dan S,,Jan 3, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Came in on a royalcarribbean cruise and this was perfect...you walk off the pier and keep to the right and the catamaran dock was really close (look for brown benches). The boat was great, the ride around the island was beautiful...but long...about an hour. Boat does have a bathroom. The reef itself as others mentioned is not in the best condition. We had 2 little kids and we struggled a bit but saw some colorful fish. Water was about 12' deep where we were at, and very clear. Spent about 40mins there and then on the way back stopped at a nice beach for another 40mins or so. Tons of shells and found a hermit crab. Kids really enjoyed this trip. Food and drinks were ok, nothing special. I'd suggest plenty of sunscreen, towels, and water and snacks for kids. Maybe even a card game or something to keep them occupied. The catamaran does have the cool front netting you can lay out on, and has a good amount of shaded area in the back if needed. Also, snorkels were obviously included but if you have kids I'd suggest buying the full face mask ones on Amazon and bringing them with you.

  • Chillin' & Grillin'

    Gregg S,,Dec 26, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Was perfect, all aspects of the tour don't disappoint. The crew was great, made you feel safe, attentive and informative/entertaining. The snorkeling guide was excellent to keep us all together, they even had small boats around the outer areas patrolling for your safety.

  • Good experience

    namss2016,,Dec 26, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Amazing experience snorkeling. The crew was amazing. Kids had a lot of fun doing snorkeling at their pace. The team catered to the needs of dietary requirement.

  • BEST OF ANTIGUA

    418shaniah,,Nov 20, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I had an amazing time and the food was delicious. Lastly, the customer service was amazing, the host ensured to inform us about everything, especially our safety.

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  • Great crew, boat, food and drink - enjoy yourself

    DavidLF,,Oct 23, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This was towards the end of our 2 week stay – which is one way of making sure your body/skin has acclimatised so you avoid burning! Whilst it doesn’t make it clear when booking, we were able to board from the beach at Dickenson’s Bay, which was great for us staying at Sandals. There was 4 in our group and probably 30+ on the boat in total eventually so not crowded. You cruise the West of island, at first mostly off sail (just to make you aware if that bothers you, although we were fine with) and get to see lots of different spots, beaches etc. But above all just relax. Sensibly no alcohol is served before you snorkel but there are plenty of soft drink options. The snorkel element is effectively them taking you out. So, you wear a safety float and follow the leader (crew member) who takes you around a re fairly extensive reef. It was reasonably busy with fish but (like most of the Caribbean now) not especially colourful as a lot of the reef has bleached, with some spots making a comeback. It was a nice swim and plenty of fish to see, with the odd surprise one which we saw (Barracuda, Trumpet fish). You spend a reasonable amount of time snorkelling, which I Think was 20 mins +. Then back on the boat for lunch. Lunch was good and well prepared by the crew. During this time the alcohol is served and flows as much, or little, as you want. More time then sailing back with a short stop at a local beach. A nice stroll, swim etc and enough vendors to visit, if you choose, Finally, back on the boat and cruise back, plenty of fun and music and back to the beach where we got on. The crew were great, the boat more than big enough, food very good and drinks (options and serving size) excellent. Definitely worth the money – go and have fun.

  • Fun in the sun

    Voyager26479348087,,Sep 16, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This excursion was amazing. We had so much fun celebrating my birthday and graduation. If you’re ever in Antigua, I recommend this excursion. It’s a 10/10 does nothing for this adventure. I talked to Kiara, Diane and Julie when booking and asking questions. They were wonderful and Diane emailed me to confirm everything. The crew was great, helpful and even celebrated with us. Such a great experience, that my group of 11 enjoyed!!!

  • Unforgettable Catamaran Adventure in Antigua and Barbuda!

    56sarithaj,,Aug 9, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I celebrated my 50th birthday with family and friends aboard Tropical Adventures Catamaran--and it was absolutely perfect! The crew was friendly, attentive, and made sure we were all having a great time. The views were breathtaking, the water was crystal clear, the food was delicious, and the music and drinks kept the energy high. We danced, laughed, and soaked up the sun. I'll cherish the memories forever. Highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a fun, scenic, and unforgettable outing in paradise!

  • Very nice

    D K,,Aug 8, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Was a really good day trip out was chilled and fun at the same time. Crew were fun and polite and kind. Food was ok a bit dry for my liking but was ok 👍 I didn't snorkel my partner did and he said was good. Was a really good trip 😌

  • Decent day on the water

    JOSEPH W,,Jul 26, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    Nice boat ride, good snorkel, and 'open bar' on back, Our return was dominated by some very drunk women-one who passed out on the beach. Crew was awesome...

  • The best experience ever!!!!

    Kris H,,Jul 25, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    My adult daughter and I took this trip after reading other great reviews. I can’t say enough about the crew and the experience. They were so fun, entertaining and overall made us feel so safe as well. The rum punch and open bar made for a lot of laughs and dancing. We had a blast!!!! Would highly recommend. The Captain was incredible and fun and knowledgable!!!

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