Leisure Activities

Anguilla is home to seven marine parks and some of the best beaches in the world, owing to the many miles of spectacular, white powder sand and tranquil, crystal clear waters that range in color from aquamarine to cobalt blue. Their pristine beauty is marked by unique rock and coral formations and picturesque plant life. Swimming, diving, snorkeling, boating, parasailing, paddle boating, sailing, and windsurfing are aquatic activities available at beaches around the island.

Anguilla is one of the Caribbean’s premier locations for snorkeling and diving. The transparent waters surrounding the island will reveal brightly colored fish, living limestone walls, and numerous shipwrecks.

Biking, hiking, and horseback riding are other recreational activities available for exploring Anguilla’s scenic beauty and natural and historic sites that include: salt ponds, wetlands, bird sanctuaries, and a small rainforest located on the north side of the island. Maps are available through the Anguilla Tourist Board.

Anguilla is also home to a number of golf courses and tennis courts.

You can also find a wide range of dining options. From gourmet to casual, the cuisine includes: American, Caribbean, Continental, Creole, French, Indo-Chinese, Italian, and Mediterranean and the cost of dining out ranges from economical to extravagant at the many bistros, bars, roadside grills, and gourmet eateries that can be found across the island.