Guided Tours
A round-the-island tour by taxi takes about 2½ hours and costs about $55 for one or two people, $5 for each additional passenger. Special-interest nature and culture tours are available.
Anguilla Access Tours. A three-hour tour gives an introduction to island heritage, culture, food, nightlife, arts and crafts, or just beaches. Tours are three times a day, including the nightlife tour at 9 pm. You can get picked up from your lodging for the half-day tour ($45 per person). Government Center, The Valley, n/a Anguilla. 267/772–9827; www.anguillaaccess.com. $45 adults, $35 under 12, nightlife $15 .
Anguilla Tourist Board. Tuesdays at 10, by appointment, Sir Emile Gumbs, the island's former chief minister, leads tours of the Sandy Ground area that highlight historic and ecological sites. Its $20 fee benefits the Anguilla Archeological and Historical Society. Gumbs also organizes bird-watching expeditions that spy everything from frigate birds to turtledoves. Tours tailored to almost any interest—sea turtle nesting sites, historic buildings, birding sites, gardens, and art galleries—can also be booked through the office. Coronation Ave., The Valley, n/a Anguilla, AI2640. 264/497–2759; 800/553–4939; www.ivisitanguilla.com.
Bennie's Travel & Tours. One of the island's more reliable tour operators also arranges private boat charters, event planning, real-estate tours, and personal security services. Blowing Point Village, n/a Anguilla, AI2640. 264/497–4559; www.benniestravel.com.
Nature Explorers Anguilla. Ecotourists, photographers, families, and bird-watchers can enjoy a variety of tours of Anguilla's wildlife and wetlands. Tours can be customized by age of the group and interests, and range in time and price. Pickup is at your hotel or villa. Tours include use of binoculars, guidebooks, and bottled water. They also offer a seven-day/six-night tour package. 264/584–0346; http://natureexplorersanguilla.com. From $50.
