Galley Bay Beach
Galley Bay Beach spans for about a mile adjacent to the Galley Bay Resort & Spa, whose cottages are set into the coves of beautiful green scenery. Galley Bay Beach has the shimmering turquoise water you would expect from Antigua, as well as a nice, clean stretch of beach that recent visitors praised.
This beach has some of the best surfing waves in Antigua. It is also a must-see for animal enthusiasts. Sea turtles frequently leave their eggs here to nest (several times a year, but most frequently in summer). Bring your camera and schedule a midnight visit: you could just witness the baby turtles hatch. If you prefer to spend the day, prepare your snorkeling equipment and catch a look of Galley's underwater biodiversity.
Three of the resort's open-air restaurants are located near the water's edge, on the white sand. Be aware of the strong undertow and harsh waves that can make swimming difficult on this beach; for the calmest seas, avoid the rock formations out to the side of the beach. If you are bringing the kids, keep a close check on them while they are swimming. Visitors who are not resort guests are invited to spend the day at the beach for free, but they will not have access to the on-site facilities.
- Google Rating: 4.4/5
- Website: N/A
- Phone: +1 954-481-8787
- Opening Hours: Daily
- Address: 44F5+5J8, St John's, Antigua and Barbuda
