Shirley Heights and Carpenter Rock Trail
What your day looks like
Stand atop Fort Charlotte with the Pillars of Hercules below you. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the south coast along with neighbouring islands of Montserrat and Guadeloupe. Feel the burn as you trek upwards to Shirley Heights. Difficulty: Difficult Trail Length - 3 miles Elevation Gain - 1,035 ft Terrain - dirt path with loose gravel, boulders, cliff edge
Why travelers choose this experience
- Enjoy sweeping views of the south coast and neighbouring islands
- Stand atop Fort Charlotte overlooking the Pillars of Hercules
- Trek uphill toward Shirley Heights and feel the burn
Your day, step by step
Falmouth
Hiking at Shirley Heights.
St. John's
Sightseeing at Fort Charlotte (Antigua).
St. John's
Sightseeing at Pillars of Hercules (Antigua).
Before you go
Included
Hiking
Not Included
Tips and Gratuities
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothing - Comfortable footwear - Water - Camera - Cash for personal expenses
Restrictions
All persons are required to have full mobility to be able to walk unassisted for long periods of time.
Meeting & Pickup
Your tour departs from the Zone 7 parking lot, which is approximately a 5 to 10-minute walk from the cruise ship pier. Upon disembarking, follow the signs and instructions to exit the cruise pier area. Once outside, continue along the boardwalk until you reach the open parking lot at Zone 7. Your local representative will be waiting there, wearing a Trek Tours uniform and holding a sign that reads TREK TOURS.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business