Discover Barbuda

Wild. Peaceful. Unforgettable.

Just across the water from Antigua lies a completely different island. Discover pink sand, extraordinary wildlife, quiet coastlines and the unhurried character of Barbuda.

Barbuda is Antigua's quieter sister island, known for its long undeveloped beaches, remarkable wildlife and relaxed pace of life. A day here feels very different from a day on Antigua.

Whether you travel by ferry, boat, plane or helicopter, we can help you find the right way to experience Barbuda and make the most of your time on the island.

Barbuda Experiences

Three Barbuda experiences by sea.

Choose a ferry-based island adventure, a small-group boat experience or a full-day power catamaran trip. These are three of our sea-based options for experiencing Barbuda, with flights, helicopter transfers and private arrangements also available.

A Day in Barbuda

Ferry + guided island experience

Travel from Antigua to Barbuda by ferry and explore the island with a local guide who knows its landscape, history and wildlife.

US$320 per person US$120 return ferry + US$200 guided Barbuda land tour
  • Frigate Bird Sanctuary
  • Pink Sand Beach
  • Boat transfer to Pink Sand Beach included
  • Martello Tower
  • Local Barbuda guide
  • Full-day experience based around the ferry schedule

Transfer between your Antigua accommodation and the ferry terminal is available at additional cost.

Barbuda Love

Shared / semi-private boat experience

Cross to Barbuda by fast boat with a small group and spend the day exploring beautiful coastal locations before returning to Antigua in the afternoon.

High Season: US$270 per adult Low Season: US$320 per adult when restaurants are closed and onboard catering, lunch and snacks are provided.
  • Maximum approximately 8–10 guests
  • Spanish Point
  • Coco Point
  • Princess Diana Beach
  • Premium drinks
  • Snorkelling equipment
  • Towels
  • Lunch included

Typical departure is 9:00 am from Jolly Harbour or 9:30 am from Dickenson Bay. Departure from Barbuda is approximately 4:00 pm. Crossing time is around 1 hour 15–25 minutes each way and is weather dependent.

Excellence Barbuda By Sea

Full-day power catamaran experience

Cruise across to Barbuda aboard the Excellence power catamaran for a full day of spectacular beaches, wildlife and Caribbean scenery.

US$195 per adult US$125 per child · Ages 7–12
  • Approximately 7 hours
  • 9:00 am departure
  • Approx. 90-minute sea crossing each way
  • Low Bay and its long natural beach
  • Frigate Bird Sanctuary guided tour
  • Princess Diana Beach
  • Two long beach breaks
  • Chicken and fish lunch
  • Open bar
  • Experienced captain and crew

Currently offered on Fridays and not available from November through April. Minimum age 7 years. Schedule and operation are subject to weather and availability.

Island Highlights

What makes Barbuda different.

Frigate Bird Sanctuary

Barbuda is home to one of the Caribbean's most important colonies of magnificent frigatebirds, reached by boat across the lagoon.

Pink Sand Beach

Barbuda's coastline is famous for stretches of pale sand that can take on a delicate pink colour from tiny fragments of coral and shells.

Martello Tower

One of Barbuda's best-known historic landmarks and a reminder of the island's colonial-era history.

Getting There

How to travel from Antigua to Barbuda.

Ferry

The most practical option for a full day on Barbuda. Departures are generally early morning with an afternoon return.

US$120 p.p. return

Flight

A short flight between Antigua and Barbuda, subject to schedules, availability and weather conditions.

Price on request

Helicopter

A private and flexible way to reach Barbuda with spectacular views along the way, subject to suitable weather conditions.

Approx. US$3,200 round trip, up to 6 guests

Private Boat

Private or semi-private boat arrangements can be organised depending on group size, weather and availability.

Price on request

Visiting Antigua on a cruise?

We do not recommend a Barbuda day trip for cruise ship guests. Travelling to Barbuda is highly dependent on weather conditions, whether you travel by ferry, private boat, plane or helicopter. Strong winds, high surf, marine warnings or other unsuitable conditions can result in delays or cancellations, sometimes at short notice.

If you are staying in Antigua for several days, a Barbuda experience can often be postponed or rearranged for another day. Cruise guests only have one day in port, so a cancellation can leave very little time to organise an alternative and may spoil your only day in Antigua.

There is also no guarantee that independently arranged transport to and from Barbuda will return you to the cruise port before your ship departs. On My Way Tours and the individual transport providers cannot accept responsibility for a missed cruise ship departure caused by weather, delays, cancellations or other circumstances outside our control.

For these reasons, we strongly recommend that cruise guests choose an Antigua-based experience instead.

Ready to discover Barbuda?

Tell us when you're visiting Antigua, how many people are travelling and how you'd like to experience Barbuda. We'll help you find the option that works best for your day.

Plan your Barbuda experience