This is the perfect tour for rum connoisseurs and novices alike! Depart from the pier for a scenic drive to La Mauny Distillery. This award-winning distillery is at the heart of rum production in Martinique. Established in 1749, their rums are recognized by consumers and experts worldwide. Here, you'll join the manager of the distillery for an exclusive behind the scenes walking tour, followed by a private master class and tasting of 4 different types of rum produced at La Mauny. Please note: Casual clothing, walking shoes, and sun protection is recommended.

Experience the vibrant beauty of Martinique's underwater world and its colorful, majestic marine life. Don't forget to bring your underwater camera to capture the incredible sights-you'll leave with unforgettable memories! If you've never snorkeled before, don't worry-your expert guide will provide instructions on how to use the provided equipment before you descend into the warm, inviting waters. The maritime area from Trois-Îlets to Anses-d'Arlet is known for its population of friendly turtles, particularly the green turtle. While it's not guaranteed to encounter them, the onboard team knows the best spots to find them. Once you're equipped with your fins, mask, and snorkel, you'll have the chance to approach these calm, curious creatures. Enjoy the peaceful experience of swimming alongside turtles, gliding gracefully through the water and providing a rare opportunity to connect with nature in its most serene form. Please note: We recommend you bring reef friendly sunscreen, wear your swimsuite under your clothes, bring a towel and water.

From Anse Mitan you will have a short drive to the Pagerie Habitation where Empress Josephine lived the first 16 years of her life with her family in the 18th century before becoming the Empress of France. A guided visit will give you the opportunity to know a lot about her history in this mythical place. Then re-board your motor coach for the 40-minute drive to Plantation House. You will pass the village of Trois Ilets and continue sightseeing along the lovely inland roads to the City of Le Francois. You will visit an exceptionally well- maintained major Plantation House where the President of France and the President of the United States (Bush and Mitterand) met in 1991. The house is artfully decorated with real furniture of the past. Visit the park with Its sugar canes and the no longer operating rum distillery. After your visit, you will have the opportunity to sample some rum. Please note : Wear casual clothing, good walking shoes, a cap, and sun protection. Tour itinerary may be operated in reverse order.

This tour is perfect for experienced kayakers and novices looking for an up close tour of the mangroves in Martinique. Depart from the ship and enjoy a short ride to Pottery Village where you will receive your kayak and safety briefing. Once you are briefed, you will be ready to go! From Pottery Village, you'll kayak inside a peaceful mangrove and your guide will teach you about the flora and fauna surrounding you. As you paddle under the mangroves vegetation you'll learn about the importance of this ecosystem and how it benefits the region as whole. After your kayaking adventure, you will have the opportunity to dry off and enjoy a refreshment before returning back to the ship. Please note: You may get wet on this tour. It's recommended that you wear a swimsuit, hat and bring a towel.

The Slaves Savannah is situated at Trois Ilets village in South Martinique. It is a reproduction of the slaves village created by Gilbert Larose in order to pay homage to escaped slaves before their independence between 1850 and 1900. You will visit a little museum dedicated to the slaves' history in Martinique, with an exhibition of statues carved in "mahogany wood" illustrating the stages of their lives during this period. You will discover hut replicas in wood, with roofs made of sugar cane leaves where slaves lived. You will have an opportunity to learn about the lifestyle of the time. You will visit a traditional Creole garden, seeing fruits and vegetables farming, sweet potatoes, manioc, guava, and bananas. Your guide will show you the medicinal plants with their virtues as it was essential for the life and survival of the ancestors from Martinique living in camps. Your guide will show you how to make the traditional "baton kako" (stick of cocoa) with roasted and peeled cocoa beans, used in the West Indies in numerous typical foods. A unique exhibition!! Please note : This tour is unsuitable for guests with walking difficulty. The surface is gravel, flat and sometimes inclined. Wear comfortable casual clothes, walking shoes, a cap, and sun protection.

This panoramic tour begins with a visit to a sugar cane museum. Here, you'll learn about the history of the sugar cane plant, from its introduction in Martinique by Christopher Columbus, its exploitation during the 18 th century, and modernization in the 20 th century. Your next stop will be the Trois Rivieres Distillery. Located in Sainte Luce, this distillery is recognizable by its large windmill. At the distillery, your guide will explain the rum making process from the cutting of the sugar cane to the bottling of the product. Once you learn how it's made, you'll have the opportunity to taste the rum as well. After this, you will drive along the Caribbean Coast on a coastal road in order to discover amazing landscapes and stop at the famous Diamond Rock. This huge rock in the sea has an important place in the history of Martinique. Lastly, you'll stop by a memorial site, Cap 110, before returning back to the ship. Please note: Casual clothing, walking shoes, and sun protection is recommended.

Fly along zip lines up to 1,400 feet in length, 25 stories above the ground! This is a spectacular 5-line zip line journey based at the Historic Wingfield Estate . After a short orientation, training session, and riding the first (trainer) line, you will hop into vehicles for a trek up the famous Valley of the Giants . You will see fantastic panoramic views of Brimstone Hill Fortress, Old Road Village , former sugar estates, the Caribbean Sea, and Mount Liamuiga. With a mile of zip lines you will soar at speeds up to 50 miles per hour . Thanks to the cutting edge technology of this system you will fly hands and feet free, just like a bird. All you have to do is sit back, and enjoy the experience! You will also be given an opportunity to walk around the Wingfield Estate Ruins. View the first British masonry in the entire New World as well as the remnants of the different methods of processing sugar which are all on site. As an additional treat your tour also includes a short walk to the Romney Manor , home of Caribelle Batik, where you can enjoy the enchanting gardens, batik studios, and gift shop. Please note : This tour is not available for guests who are pregnant, have a heart condition or serious medical condition, previous neck or back injuries. To participate on this tour guests must wear closed-toe shoes, weigh at least 60 pounds but no more than 275 pounds and sign a waiver. Any guests wishing to bring along personal items will have the option to leave items at the base and rent a locker to store them in. Price per locker is $3 US and payable directly to the Sky Safari facility.

On this tour, you will enjoy an overview of the capital of St. Kitts & Nevis and get an up-close look at the island's colonial splendor. Board your motor coach for the 30-minute drive with your guide into Basseterre, one of the oldest towns in the Eastern Caribbean. Admire impressive Victorian and Georgian architecture and view important landmarks such as the Berkeley Memorial Clock Tower and Independence Square, once a slave market and today host to a picturesque fountain and a centuries-old church. You will stop at the Fairview Great House and Tropical Garden. At this 300-year-old colonial property, you will explore perfectly preserved rooms, including the original kitchen with its volcanic stone and brick oven and the bathing room with its sun-warmed bath. Follow the stone bridge to the lush tropical botanical garden, where many of the plants such as palms and fruit trees date back as far as the 1700s. Then explore the 300-year-old Brimstone Fortress, perched 780 feet above sea level. This magnificent structure is the second largest of its type in the entire Western Hemisphere and is one of the best preserved. This Gibraltar of the West Indies is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and more battles were fought here than at any other single site in British and French naval history. Its spectacular panoramic views include part of the Kittitian coastline, countryside and five neighboring islands. Please note : This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

A unique culinary experience! You may have previously enjoyed the exotic flavors of West Indian cooking, but do you know the actual ingredients of the dishes or their history? Regardless of whether you are a seasoned cook or just a lover of tasty cuisine, this demonstration will appeal to you. After a short drive you will arrive at Fairview Great House & Tropical Garden. Enjoy regional dishes prepared before your eyes . As ingredients are added, the historian cook will recount tales about the history of the regional foods, and talk about the development of dishes that use African, European, and Indian cooking methods. Then you will sample the dishes along with homemade refreshments. Explore the Fairview Great House & Botanical Garden. You may also choose to meander through the different areas of the beautifully landscaped 2.5-acre botanical garden at your leisure. Complimentary copies of the recipes of the dishes prepared during your tour will be yours to take home as a souvenir of your unique experience in St. Kitts. Please note : Due to the limited space available on this tour, it will sell out quickly.

Completely circle the island of St. Kitts by road and rail in just a few hours. The St. Kitts Scenic Railway is a narrow-gauge railroad that was built almost a century ago to deliver sugar cane from the fields to the mill in Bassetèrre. Each railcar features seating on two levels. The upper level features a spacious open-air observation deck offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, while the lower level provides air-conditioned comfort. Island ambiance will be evoked with comfortable rattan furniture, complimentary specialty drinks, island music by the Scenic Railway Choir , and an informative narrative history of the Caribbean. In addition to your rail experience, your sightseeing will also feature a scenic drive by bus along the southwestern coast. Enjoy unparalleled vistas of Brimstone Hill Fortress , the British "Gibraltar of the West Indies," Middle Island where Thomas Jefferson's great-grandfather is buried, and the neighboring island of Nevis, birthplace of American statesman Alexander Hamilton. Please note : Bring your camera, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat if you are planning on sitting on the upper level.

Experience the pleasure of snorkeling at several sites that are abundant with tropical fish and coral life . There will be a short 10-minute walk from the pier to the marina where your boat awaits. Then you will cruise the island's pristine southeast peninsula, inhabited by the shy green vervet monkey. Snorkeling opportunities include Ballets Bay, Shitten Bay, and Bugs Hole . Marine life varies but you may see: turtles, eagle rays and stingrays, schools of saltwater chub, snapper, angel fish, parrot fish, squirrel fish, and sand sharks. Many virgin reefs and extensive soft corals, fans, and sponges make up the reef life. Thirst-quenching non-alcoholic drinks, local beer and water will be provided. Please note : Wear your swimsuit under your clothing and bring a towel. (Towels will be available at the gangway.) Your waiver release form must be signed and medical conditions must be disclosed. Access to and from the water is done by a ladder on the side of the boat.

Experience the Best of St Kitts and Nevis when you choose this relaxing tour that includes an exhilarating boat ride, a panoramic island tour of Nevis crammed with spectacular views and historical interests, and a luxury beach break. You will board your fast and comfortable power catamaran and head to the beautiful island of Nevis, known in colonial days as the Queen of the Caribbean. Once in Nevis, you will board an air-conditioned van for a panoramic tour of the island, with its lush tropical vegetation and the spectacular vistas of the Caribbean Sea. You will pause for a photo stop at Hamilton House , the birthplace of the United States' first Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton. The building is currently used as a museum and hosts the meetings of the Nevis House of Assembly. Your guide will point out interesting landmarks along the way, and you will have an opportunity to visit St. Thomas Lowland Church, built in 1643, the oldest Anglican Church in the Caribbean, where you will see spectacular views back to St Kittts. The highlight of your Island tour could well be Nisbet Plantation , the home of Fanny Nisbet, who, in 1778 married Admiral (then Lieutenant Horatio Nelson in Nevis). Next, your guide will take you through quaint villages to the sands of Pinney's Beach for a Caribbean-style lunch served at a beach-side restaurant. Enjoy delicious rum or fruit punch, as well as an included beach chair and shared umbrella .Perhaps take a refreshing dip in the blue Caribbean Sea. When it is time to reboard your catamaran for the return journey to Basseterre, you will board straight from the beach Please note: Dress in comfortable, casual clothing, bring a towel, your swimsuit and sunscreen. Lunch is included on this tour.

Here is a unique way to experience the Caribbean! This exciting exploration will begin with a transfer from the dock to the Quad Bike (ATV) base. After an introduction and full orientation on the use of the bikes and safety precautions, you will be ready to mount the four-wheel ATV bikes for a wildly exhilarating adventure. Your experienced guide will lead you on a thrilling ride through cane fields and down country dirt tracks and up scenic slopes with views of neighboring islands. On the way you may also be able to taste local fruits in season. Then it will be time once more to get back on the bikes and return to the tour base. Enjoy a cool drink before you will be transferred back to the pier. Please note : You will be provided with a helmet. This tour is not recommended for those with mobility issues or back problems as you will be traveling off road over hilly and bumpy terrain. You will be required to sign a waiver to participate on this tour. Maximum weight is 250 lbs.

Your tour will begin with a narrated drive around historic Basseterre, one the oldest towns in the Eastern Caribbean. You will view Victorian and Georgian style architecture, important monuments such as the Berkeley Memorial Clock Tower, Independence Square (once a former slave market) with its prominent fountain and impressive centuries-old Catholic Co-Cathedral across the street. See the newly restored Fairview Great House & Botanical Garden. Here you will enjoy a guided tour around the Great House, which is believed to have been originally built in 1701 by the French. The inhabitants who have been recorded to reside here include American legal luminary John Gardiner and Lawyer James Stephen -advocate of the enslaved. The rich history of the site and the island is well displayed with its superbly furnished historical information room that brings to life the 1700s - 1800 with true impressions of what life was like on an Estate in St. Kitts during that era. From the cobblestone courtyard view the original kitchen building with its volcanic stone and brick oven; the original bathing room with its large sun warmed volcanic stone bath; the stone bridge leading from the rear veranda of the Great House to the rear area of the tropical botanical garden. While in the courtyard don't forget to wander into the old stone cellar where you will find a slavery exhibit. This self guided exhibit provides a glimpse of the African-Caribbean slavery story which began in Africa. The experience includes details of the journey through the Middle Passage to the Caribbean. Learn about the life of the slaves on the plantation during the pre and post emancipation period. You will be given the opportunity to taste several flavors of rum, hear the history of where rum came from in the Caribbean and how Caribbean people made their own rum. Hear stories of when the Irish settled on St. Kitts and the rum legacies they left and how and where rum drinking has evolved on the island. After your rum tasting experience, take time to wander in the 2 1/2 acre Botanical Garden. Don't forget to peek inside the gift shop and pick up some keepsakes that will remind you of this unique experience for years to come. Please note: Bring your camera, cash, credit card, sunscreen, sunglasses, and hat.

To start or end the day in the best way possible you should experience a relaxing and carefree morning or afternoon on the half-mile secluded white-sand beach at Valley Church. The beach is beautiful, the water is warm and blue, and your experienced guides are on hand to make your day special. Board your air-conditioned taxi and drive approximately 30 - 35 minutes from St. John's to the famed Nest Beach Bar & Restaurant on Valley Church Beach. The beach here offers half a mile of soft white sand bordered by coconut palms and sea grape trees. You will be greeted on arrival with your complimentary drink, (rum punch or fruit punch) before you relax in a complimentary lounge chair in a specially designated area of the beach and sip on your welcome cocktail. Enjoy approximately 3 hours of relaxation while you soak up the sun, take a gentle stroll along the beach, refresh yourself by swimming in the Caribbean Sea or treat yourself to a snack or an early lunch in the restaurant overlooking the sand and sea. Umbrellas are available for a nominal charge. The Nest Beach Bar & Restaurant features restrooms, freshwater showers as well as a beach bar and restaurant. Please note : Bring a swimsuit, a towel, adequate sun protection, and a camera to record your special memories!

Courteous and knowledgeable guides are eager to indulge you in the magnificent colonial history of Antigua. Once the Naval Base for the British in the Caribbean, Antigua's strategic location and excellent natural harbors create an Island haven for both ships and Sun Seekers alike. Only the best Coach buses, fully air-conditioned are waiting to take you on your Island discovery adventure! Your first stop will be at Dow's Hi ll, offering one of the best panoramic views on the island - perfect for taking photos. Take a short guided tour of the area and enjoy a multimedia presentation at the onsite visitors' center. Then it's on to Blockhouse Ruins built in 1787 standing 446 ft. atop a sheer cliff above the mighty Atlantic Ocean, you will overlook Indian Creek where the first Arawak Indians settled and lived. In this modern day, see the prestigious St. James' Club on Mamora Bay. On to Shirley Heights Lookout , the most southerly point in Antigua, named after Sir Thomas Shirley. There is a commanding cliff top view over the Atlantic Ocean and English Harbor 487 ft. above sea level. On a clear day, the volcanic island of Montserrat, 28 miles away, can be seen. Finish your tour at Nelson's Dockyard village, named after Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson, and built in 1725, to provide a base for a squadron of ships patrolling the West Indies maintaining England's sea. Please note : Bring your camera.

Captain your own 2-seater jet ski on a guided tour of Antigua's south coast and discover the exciting and amazing Antigua shoreline and some of its 365 beaches! Board your air-conditioned transportation for a 15-minute ride through Antigua's countryside, rich in daily West Indian life, local villages, and old churches, that exemplifies West Indian culture, to Hawksbill Beach in Five Islands. Whether you have driven a jet ski or not, or you own your own, this tour is for you. Our experienced and courteous guides ensure that you are comfortable operating the jet ski and then you will navigate at a pace that matches your comfort and experience level. At the calm waters of Hawksbill Beach you will be met by an experienced Guide, who will give you a safety briefing on how to operate your 2-seater Yamaha jet ski, equipped with all the latest safety features. Then it's time to follow your experienced Guide out of the harbor for a spectacular adventure along Antigua's south coast in and out of bays and around reefs and the south coast white-sand beaches. There will be chance to stop and simply take a swim or relax and soak up the sun in the idyllic beach location. You then will be guided back to Hawksbill Beach along the shoreline seeing dozens of beaches along the crystal-clear Caribbean waters and have another opportunity to soak up the Antiguan sun and see the Antiguan southwest coastline. There will be some time to just chill on the beach, to have a swim and a walk along the beach with a drink from the bar or browse the gift shop. Your air-conditioned transportation will be waiting for the return to the yacht. Please note: Jet skis are sold on the basis there are 2 guests on each jet ski and single guests will be charged double. Guests must be 18 years of age to drive the jet skis and show a valid id. Maximum weight of combined participants is 400 pounds. The tour is not suitable for guests with back problems, guests who are pregnant. Non-swimmers are welcome. Guests should bring sunglasses, sun cream, a towel and wear swim wear. GoPro cameras are available for rent to capture your Antigua tour memories.

You will be met at your ship by professional guides and taken by air-conditioned taxi to the Antigua rainforest some 30 minutes away. After a safety briefing and equipment distribution your exciting tour will begin. Starting at the Old Pump House, you will walk over a suspension bridge from the side of the building, which spans the gorge to the far bank. Once across the bridge, your remaining thrilling journey through the forest will begin, as you trail to the first aerial zip, and continue onto the others which criss-cross the vast gorge. There are zip lines of 52 feet to 328 feet in length. The geography of the gorge dictates that you will be above the treetops for large parts of the run - entering a corridor in the foliage at either end. There are a series of 12 zip lines, 9 typical challenge elements and 2 suspension bridges giving a bird's eye view of the flora and fauna in the rainforest while listening to the numerous bird species. You will also see a series of large trees (including the silk cotton, one of Antigua's National Symbols), prominent boulders, a rock pool, small waterfall and a shaded area with interesting plants, wild fruits, vines, mosses and lichens. Please note : This tour includes some slight physical exertion and is not recommended for pregnant women, persons with a history of heart conditions, seizures, back, knee or shoulder problems or other pre-existing health problems. Maximum weight is 235 lbs; minimum height is 5 feet. Participants should not wear strapless shoes or strapless sandals and ladies should wear shorts or long pants. A change of shirt is recommended. Guests are also offered complementary water on the course.

You will be met on the pier by a guide before being escorted to an awaiting air-conditioned taxi that will take you to Fort James Beach 40 minutes away from the pier. Travel back to a time in Antigua's history in 1706 when the British built one of its most impressive Forts to protect against French invasion. Conquer the trail leading to this most impressive structure of defense, built with full Masonic honors as your Segway PT moves you securely down the path of history after a complete safety orientation. You'll be amazed at how easy it is to manoeuver this phenomenon of motion as it carries you through the large wooden gates of Fort James where a spectacular sight of the Caribbean Sea awaits. After conquering the fort, embark on an endless adventure cruising by beach picnic parks, scores of fruit trees and miles of beach in minutes on your zero emission Segway as knowledgeable and fun guides fill you in on interesting facts about the area. After the tour enjoy delicious refreshments and cool drinks around a picnic table while indulging in a breathtaking view of one of the islands most popular beach bars and restaurant. With time to relax on the beach you can catch up on that good read or take a dip or just do absolutely nothing. Please note : Segway orientation, safety gear (helmets), bottled water, and soft-drinks are included. Bring sunscreen, your swimsuit, towel and camera.

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Here is an outstanding tour and an opportunity to swim with, touch, and feed the stingrays of Antigua in the Caribbean Sea. The stingrays are very friendly and very gentle. You will board your air-conditioned transportation in Falmouth Marina and ride through Antigua's countryside, rich in daily West Indian life, local villages, and old churches. Start your adventure at Stingray City's land base where you can enjoy the company of their monkeys and parrots , and the hospitality of the experienced Stingray City's Guides. Following your safety briefing a short speedboat ride will whisk you to a shallow pool with a white-sand bottom surrounded by a beautiful coral reef in the Caribbean Sea. You will be able to stand up or swim with the stingrays, who will greet you with the familiarity of an old friend. You will be given an opportunity to hand-feed the stingrays and capture the moment with photographs! After feeding, snorkeling, and taking pictures with your new friends, you will return to the land base where you can rinse off the seawater under the bright Caribbean sun, with a shower under a coconut tree, and enjoy a complimentary rum or fruit punch , browse in the gift shop, and share this unique experience with your fellow guests before your return journey to your ship. Please note: Wear your swimsuit under a cover up, bring a towel, and sunscreen.

This tour has been created especially for Windstar's President and guests. You will be greeted at the pier by your professional Tour Guide for the start of this interesting tour and listen to your Guide through the Whisper Radio System for ease and clarity, so you miss nothing even for those with hearing aids as there are special adaptors! Your first stop will be at Betty's Hope. Built in 1674 by Sir Christopher Codrington, this was the site of one of the first full-scale sugar plantations on Antigua and is located just south of Pares Village. For more than 300 years, this prominent sugar plantation has played a leading role in, and influenced the lives of many generations of Antiguans. This is the only twin sugar mill, standing side by side in the Eastern Caribbean and has several renovated sugar trains used to transport sugar cane across the island which you can view and photograph. Your tour will continue to Devil's Bridge. For hundreds of thousands of years, the Atlantic's waves have crashed into the east coast of Antigua creating a natural arch, or bridge. Numerous geysers and blowholes surround the arch as waves continually break against the coastal rocks. In addition to being a natural phenomenon, Devil's Bridge also holds cultural importance in Antiguan history. A prehistoric, Amerindian site is located within its vicinity and suggests that prehistoric peoples may have used the area for fishing and settlement. Popular belief suggests slaves leapt to their death off of the natural arch during the period of slavery in Antigua. Devil's Bridge gets its name from these myths as the stories contend the devil claimed those who leapt off the bridge. Your tour will continue where you will hug the south coast line and drive past Darkwood Beach, Turner's Beach, Fryes Beach, Jolly Harbour, many secluded beaches, 5* hotels and exclusive homes through Fig Tree Drive, Antigua's lush rainforest area through Antigua's countryside, rich in daily West Indian life, local villages, and old churches, that exemplify West Indian culture. Please note: Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. There is one step in and out of the bus.

Upon arrival at the pier, you will be greeted by your knowledgeable and friendly guide, who will escort you to your comfortable, air-conditioned transportation. After a short 10-minute drive, you'll arrive in the charming and tropical village of Hodges Bay. Here, you'll meet one of Antigua's most renowned chocolatiers and her expert team. They will welcome you with delicious homemade chocolate samples as they introduce you to your upcoming chocolate-making experience. Using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, you'll have the chance to craft your own gourmet chocolates. In this hands-on workshop, you'll be guided through every step of the chocolate-making process, from dipping and glazing to using molds, with plenty of local stories and insights along the way. You'll gain a deep appreciation for the art of chocolate-making as you create your own sweet creations, which will be packaged for you to take home. Next, we'll embark on a scenic 35-minute drive to the picturesque Galleon Beach in the historic English Harbour area. There, you'll delve into the fascinating history of Caribbean rum, which dates back to the 17th century when enslaved people on sugarcane plantations discovered how to turn molasses into fermented alcohol and eventually distilled rum. In a fun and interactive 90-minute rum masterclass, you'll explore this rich history while creating your own bespoke 750ml bottle of flavored rum. Under the guidance of experts, you'll choose your flavors and design your own label, making for a personalized and unforgettable rum experience.