Shirley Heights Antigua Transport
You can make your own way up to Shirley Heights Antigua or organise a private van from about 55 USD per person. The entry fee is 27 ECD ($10 USD) per person over 12. For a couple in a private taxi they will want around 100 USD to drive the hour there and back and wait for you on site. You will get to leave when you want which is a big advantage vs going with a resort organised shuttle.
How to get to Shirley Heights Sunday Party
Resorts often offer a return transfer which doesn’t include entry or food and drink
Book a private taxi (again not including entry or food and drink)
Drive yourself but take care with the return drive in the dark
However consider that if you are needing to take a cab then ask for the cab fare and then the Shirley Heights Party can be the cheaper way depending where you are living. The views down into English Harbour and Galleon Beach made me think how it could have been during Nelsons reign over the area.
There is a BBQ steel band music stalls and a massive garden with excellent trails for exploring the area and getting some nice photographs. I didn’t think it was toddler friendly in the limited shade aspect and cover so a rain pour could be ruinous for the evening though that is unlikely. There are decent toilet facilities and there are buildings you could go in to escape the sun if needs be.
Book Shirley Heights Sunday Party
If it’s a nice sunny day then you might be forced to sit out on the grass in the sun so bring shade for your group. It gets busy but is still a great evening. Dancing and a sunset to remember this is one of the must do things in Antigua.
If you have been to the Jump up in Gros Islet in St Lucia or sunday school in Tobago then this is similar but in a very different setting.
On a side note after seeing how good Galleon beach looks it isn’t as good as Pigeon beach in a few areas but is still very good on its own merits. Pigeon beach is just too good for me though Galleon beach is quieter just has less amenities, though the snorkeling is better here.
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