Apr 23, 2025
Excellent Tour on the Excellence - We loved this tour. Went totally around the island and gave us a great perspective of Antigua without having to be cooped up in a rickety van. Crew was very friendly and did a great job. Just enough snorkeling on this trip. Lunch was good, tied us over until back at resort. Great job!
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Apr 17, 2025
We had so much fun! The... - We had so much fun! The staff were great and friendly. The views were great. The beach that we snorkel at was beautiful. We saw fish and sea turtles. I would recommend this tour to anyone.
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Mar 8, 2025
Great boat excursion! - My husband I I had such a great time on this excursion! The day started out a little drizzly, but the covered lower deck accommodated us all while the fun and friendly crew served refreshments. Not long into the trip the sun came out and we spread out on the boat. Plenty of seating for everyone. The guide pointed out many points of interest and history along the way. The entire crew was very helpful and so friendly. We stopped at Green Island for snorkeling and then a delicious lunch of fish, salads and dessert. Adult beverages were also offered:) We pulled into a very affluent harbor and admired/gawked at the enormous yachts. Really an amazing trip. Took about 6 hrs- 9a-3p. Do it!
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Mar 2, 2025
Fun Cruise, Good Food, Great time. Fantastic Staff - The staff on this vessel take Safety Seriously they made the people going Snorkelling to wear floatation devices.
The food was Great and the Staff were professional in both helping people and handling the boat.
The beaches they took us too were great for swimming and the descriptions they gave regarding each place we went through were accurate.
If you want a day on a Powerboat where you can relax and enjoy the views and the ride this is the one to take.
It isn’t sailing but you get to see the entire Antiqua Island.
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Feb 19, 2025
Amazing circumnavigation of Antigua - We enjoyed this trip so much last year that we booked again. The boat, a large catamaran, was comfortable and not too crowded. All the interesting landmarks were pointed out to us and we went close by Jumby Island before anchoring at Green Island for snorkelling and lunch and where we saw several turtles. There was a very choppy passage before we got there but calmer on the Caribbean side. After an excellent lunch and rum punches we set off again and called in at Falmouth Harbour where we were able to look at all the large and luxurious yachts. At the end of the tour we were dropped off at our hotel, the Royalton at Deep Bay saving us the transfer from St. John's where we had had to join the ship.
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Dec 24, 2024
Rianna is the best booking agent ever! - I had the pleasure of working with Rianna during my recent stay at Royalton Chic Antigua, and I cannot speak highly enough of her exceptional service! From the moment we met Rianna, her warmth and friendliness made us feel at ease. She took the time to listen to what we were looking for in an excursion, and her recommendation of the Excellence Power Catamaran was absolutely perfect.
Rianna's knowledge of the island and the various activities available was outstanding. She provided great details about the excursion. Her enthusiasm was contagious, and it was clear that she genuinely cares about creating unforgettable experiences for her guests. Even after the tour, she checked on us to make sure that everything went smoothly.
The Excellence Power Catamaran itself was a breathtaking adventure. The tour and Green Island is beautiful! It was all thanks to Rianna's expert guidance that we had such a memorable day. I can't thank her enough for her professionalism, attention to detail, and the genuine care she put into ensuring our experience was one to remember.
If you're ever at Royalton Chic Antigua, do yourself a favor and seek out Rianna for any excursions or advice. She is a true gem!
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Apr 24, 2025
Don’t go when the water isn’t calm - We went on this tour with our two daughters who are 14 and 10. It was super choppy the day we went out. Just over an hour into the tour we were warned that there were going to be large waves. We hit one wave and the boat came crashing down and the metal beam in front of the ship broke in half. The beam that broke supported the catamaran netting. We were told the tour would continue, but we would be stopping at a closer island for snorkeling and would be served lunch on the beach. However, there were people that fell out of their chairs when we hit the wave and had scrapes and cuts on their elbows from the fall. There were two teenage girls sitting in the netting when it happened and they were terrified and crying. One individual told the captain that he felt we should go back in the tour should end because of the conditions of the water and no one got off the boat to check to see if there was any further damage. The captain said that they know safety and they knew what was best. After a long period of time we were told the rest of the tour was canceled, and they were taking us back due to the severe damage to the boat. We were told we would be getting refunds. I’ve requested refunds and have yet to get a credit. I was told it would be processed within 7 to 10 days and still nothing. I sent several emails and have not had a response. I submitted a dispute through my credit card company and they said the merchant still has yet to respond so I’m hoping to receive a full refund.
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Mar 11, 2025
Disappointing - (expected better) - Did not enjoy this excursion. I hate writing this because this is how they make their living. Some members of the crew were very friendly and polite. The captain wasn’t. He just had an edge from the time we came on board. I think he turned me off the most and everything went downhill from there. The waters on the East side of island was very choppy, which was uncomfortable as we navigated through it. To pay as much as did, I would have passed. The food was okay - salty. The beach isn’t really a beach but rather a beach strip. No chairs or anything, just beach. It is a very controlled excursion. I get that some is for safety reasons but that’s not always the case. You can get a can of beer but not a can of Coke? I do not recommend this excursion and money can be better spent, however, this is my experience. If you like cheap drinks, rough waves, and a short frolic on a small beach, while paying good money - then this is for you. Enjoy!
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Jan 2, 2025
Cancelled without Notification - Tour was cancelled without notice after a taxi ride of 45 minutes one way to get there and back! Very unhappy !!
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Dec 5, 2024
Poor advertisement - False advertisement. Don’t fall for the “14” people in the listing. There was close to 70 people piled on a boat, no seat for my wife or me. They had us snorkel on top of each other, getting kicked in the face by the dozens of snorklers around you. Save your money and find a different excursion. Plus they were very rude on the trip to their guests.
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