Antigua and Barbuda Tours
An island nation located in the eastern Caribbean Sea – Antigua and Barbuda lies on the boundary of the sea with the Atlantic Ocean. The nation consists of two major islands – Antigua and Barbuda, which are neighboring islands amidst the Leeward Islands, positioned approximately 17 degrees to the north of the equator.
Famed worldwide for the exceptional beaches, Antigua & Barbuda is not just about beaches. Antigua’s complex coastline of safe harbors and protective wall of coral reef had propelled the legendary Admiral Horatio Nelson to establish Great Britain’s most important Caribbean base here in 1784. More than 200 years later, these same unique characteristics have made Tourism in Antigua & Barbuda a highly flourishing enterprise, with the nation featuring as one of the most sought after tourist destinations in the Caribbean.
The Sailing Week – one of the foremost maritime events in the world is also one of the premier attractions for tourist to embark on Antigua & Barbuda Tours. The expansive and winding coastline of Antigua was difficult to navigate for outsiders, and this is where today’s international travelers come across an array of un-spoilt, secluded and scintillating beaches. The coral reefs at Antigua today lure snorkelers and scuba divers from across the world. The enchanting little island of Barbuda houses the nation’s most important bird sanctuaries.
Barbuda is one of the very few Caribbean islands that remain so undeveloped that it seems almost deserted at times. The main populace of this idyllic island seem to be the beautiful Fregata magnificens, or frigate bird. The vast and endless white and pink sand beaches of Barbuda are the perfect places for peaceful wanderings while on Tour to Antigua & Barbuda.
While on Antigua & Barbuda Tours, the main adventure activities that tourist can indulge in include beachcombing, fishing and hunting, golf, tennis, snorkeling, diving, or simply lazing under the sun.
The main tourist attractions in Antigua & Barbuda include the Frigate Bird Sanctuary, the spectacular beaches, a wealth of shipwrecks and lovely reefs. One can reach Barbuda easily from Antigua, either by a 20-minute flight or by a three-hour boat ride.
