Duration
4 HOUR
Activity Level
Low
Experience Details*
Spend a carefree few hours on the secluded white sands of Valley Church Beach.
Sit back and soak up the beautiful Antiguan countryside, on a short ride to Valley Church Beach. Rich in local life, your journey will take you through colourful villages and past old churches, offering an authentic glimpse into West Indian culture.
When you reach Valley Church Beach you’ll find over a kilometre of powder-white sand lapped by gentle turquoise waves and framed by swaying coconut palms. A reserved sun lounger will be waiting for you, along with a refreshing rum punch or fruit punch.
The rest of your visit is up to you. Bask in the glorious sunshine, enjoy a gentle stroll along the beach, or take a refreshing dip in the serene, glimmering Caribbean Sea.
You can also treat yourself to a snack in the local beach bar. They serve delicious tropical drinks and serve up tasty Antiguan cuisine.
At a glance*
Duration: Half day at the beach
Activity: Low level of walking
Transport: By minibus and on foot
Why Book? To relax on a peaceful beach in an idyllic, natural setting
Itinerary*
Transfer to Valley Church Beach > Free time at the beach (approx 3 hours) > Transfer back to the ship
What's included*
Transfers (30 minutes each way)
Beach chair
Welcome rum or fruit punch
3 hours of relaxation
Photo opportunities
Independent exploration
Essential information
The minibus has no stowage facilities for wheelchairs. This tour is inclusive of transfers, beachchair and a complimentary drink. There are toilet facilities available. Guests are reminded to wear swimming attire, take a towel and sunscreen. Beach umbrellas are not included and if available, are charged for locally. Please refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages prior to any swimming activities. Topless bathing is not permitted for females. There may be independent suppliers on the beach that offer watersports. These are provided by parties unconnected to P&O Cruises. In the event of high sea swells an alternative beach will be used.
ACTIVITY EXCURSIONS, You and all those in your party should be aware that, in undertaking activity excursions, you will be involved in a degree of physical exertion and/or activity such as hiking, biking, snorkelling, kayaking, diving etc. By booking the excursion you confirm that you and all those in your party are in good physical and mental condition, with no history of conditions such as seizures, dizziness, fainting, heart condition, respiratory problems or back/neck problems (by way of example only). You should also ensure that no one in your party is taking medicine that carries a warning about impairment of physical or mental abilities. If you are pregnant this type of excursion may not be appropriate for you. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fit and well enough to take part in the activities booked and you are reminded to take care for your own safety. Because of the risks associated with activity excursions, you may be asked by the excursion provider to sign a document which may affect or limit the excursion provider’s liability. Comfortable flat walking shoes are recommended.
BEACH/WATER RELATED EXCURSIONS, For any excursion involving water, passengers are reminded to exercise particular care. Alcohol and eating a full meal should be avoided before swimming. If buoyancy aids are provided for an activity they must be worn at all times. You should bear in mind that the sea is unpredictable. Lifeguards are unlikely to be present and there may not be a flag system to indicate whether or not it is safe to go in the water. In addition, beach activities may not be supervised or accompanied and so you should take care to satisfy yourself as to the safety of the beach and/or the sea at the time of your excursion. Please exercise caution when entering the sea as the seabed and aquatic environment is capable of springing surprises and we have not inspected the beach or seabed for its safety. Children must be supervised by you at all times near water. All activities on the beach, water and in the sea are undertaken at your own risk. You’ll need to take swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and flat shoes that can be worn in the water.
SCUBA DIVING, All passengers wishing to participate in a certified dive tour must hold a PADI open water scuba certification or BSAC Ocean Diver certification. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate divers with either a PADI Junior Open Water or a PADI Scuba Dive rating due to the depth limitations imposed by these qualifications. In line with the recommendations by the sports-diving industry, we strongly recommend that divers undertake a refresher course if they have not been diving within the last six months. You must be aged 15 or over, carry your dive certification card with you and we recommend that you carry your diving log or proof that you’ve recently completed a refresher course. If you are a certified diver, but are unable to meet our requirements we recommend taking the Discover Scuba excursion as an alternative. For Discover Scuba courses you don’t need any scuba experience but you must be 15 or over and be able to swim. You’ll also need to complete a medical/liability consent form before you go - but if you suffer from asthma, diabetes, heart problems or other medical conditions you won’t be able to take part. Please visit www.padi.com/padi/en/sd/whatsrequired.aspx for more information.