Fig Tree Drive
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Epsom, UK1,072 contributions
Oct 2021
There's sadly no TA entry for Wallings Nature Reserve but its well worth a half day of your time if you are around Fig Tree Drive. It's a community managed nature reserve, with a bit of a steep entry fee so you do need to make sure you get your money's worth. Once in, there a number of different trails through the rainforest to pick from, some of which go as far as Rendevouz Bay or to the top of Signal Hill for wonderful views across to Montserrat. There's a water tower to see and plenty of birdlife in the rainforest too. And of course all proceedings go to the upkeep of the reserve.
Written March 17, 2022
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micrug
Boston5 contributions
First of all driving in Antigua can be fun because the locals are very willing to help you out when you get lost and you will because there are very few road signs. Please sure to have a road map with you. It's fun driving on the left side of the road and the locals tolerate those of us that forget this from time to time! Although it is a pretty ride through the rain forest on Fig Tree Drive, the best part is stopping at the road side stands. We met Elaine & Uncle John both of whom make their own jellies and seasonings. By the time we left we felt we had known them all our lives. The island is very safe and the people are very friendly and accommodating.
Written February 11, 2007
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jimblackjim
North Wales, PA65 contributions
Mar 2011
We stopped at The Fig Tree Art Studio and saw the wonderful work by the local artists. It is a lovely place and Sallie, who runs the place is very friendly. After viewing the art, we went hiking with Dassa, who leads hikes up into the rain forest starting at the gallery.
Dassa was a great guide. He is very knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna and also shared lots of information on local culture and history. Our hike lasted about 2 1/2 hours, climbing up Signal Hill where you have 360 degree views of the entire island of Antigua. On the way we passed an old dam and resivoir built by the British in the late 1800s.
The hike was all up hill on the way out, but it was never too steep or strenous. Dassa allowed us to set the pace.
If you want to enjoy nature up close, not on a zip line, this is a great experience. The operation is called Footsteps Rainforest Hiking Tours.
Dassa was a great guide. He is very knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna and also shared lots of information on local culture and history. Our hike lasted about 2 1/2 hours, climbing up Signal Hill where you have 360 degree views of the entire island of Antigua. On the way we passed an old dam and resivoir built by the British in the late 1800s.
The hike was all up hill on the way out, but it was never too steep or strenous. Dassa allowed us to set the pace.
If you want to enjoy nature up close, not on a zip line, this is a great experience. The operation is called Footsteps Rainforest Hiking Tours.
Written March 12, 2011
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Janet R
St. John's, Antigua60 contributions
Mar 2013 • Friends
Fig Tree Drive is the rainforest where the most fertile land in Antigua. You will see mango and bread fruit trees, you will pass the pineapple farm and if you are driving yourself, stop at one of the booths and ask for some to try as it is the sweetest you will ever taste and is absolutely delicious. There are banana trees too. Its lush with vegetation and is definitely one of the greenest areas on the island. You might also like to pop into Sally Harker's studio and see some of her art when you are on the way thru. It's a lovely drive and if you are on island during mango season then you will get to sample some of the sweetest mangoes ever.
Written February 1, 2014
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saoirsem
cork5 contributions
Jul 2011 • Family
and see some cool artwork, and then you can go hiking through the rainforest from there. There is a guide working there (I forgot his name) but I took my kids up the trails on my own and was fine. It was absolutely beautiful, and you can get pretty high up to a lovely view within an hour. The only thing that was a bit disconcerting was when a goat came sprinting down the hill, followed by a very fast, big angry dog, being chased by a man with a machete.
Written June 5, 2012
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GretaPer
Morbegno, Italy11 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
The rain forest of Antigua definitely has to be part of your visit if you're a Nature lover. You'll experience the Rain Forest feeling of lush green, fresh clean breathable air, incredibly huge and wonderful tropical trees, fruit trees. A wild gem!
Written July 18, 2019
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Julia B
Ranson, WV4 contributions
Aug 2013 • Family
Beautiful and scenic...undisturbed nature! After having left Antigua for so many years it was great to visit my native island and enjoy nature in its most natural form.
Written July 15, 2014
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jverdicchio
Matlock, UK212 contributions
Aug 2011
It's not good enough to hire a taxi just to drive along this road, but if you have a car then do. It is really pretty and there are a few things to do along the way, an art gallery as well as a "ropes in the jungle" place. If you're heading towards Nelsons Harbour from the north/west side of the island then just take this road.
Written August 18, 2011
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carish248
57 contributions
Jul 2011 • Friends
We took a morning rainforest hike last week with Dassa and his lovely daughter, Mahala. (Footsteps Rainforest Hiking Tours) Dassa explained the history of the area, including the Wallingford Dam with its restoration and the culture of the people of Antigua. As we worked our way up to Signal Hill with its breathtaking view of the entire island, he told us about the flora and fauna of the rainforest and many uses of the various plants.
Once back down, Dassa's wife, Sallie, shared her homemade lemonade with us - nice and refreshing.
Dassa's , Sallie's and Mahala's knowledge will help you learn about the beautiful island of Antigua while showing you the warmth and hospitality of her people.
Once back down, Dassa's wife, Sallie, shared her homemade lemonade with us - nice and refreshing.
Dassa's , Sallie's and Mahala's knowledge will help you learn about the beautiful island of Antigua while showing you the warmth and hospitality of her people.
Written July 25, 2011
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Chris B
London, UK80 contributions
Jan 2023
Wallings nature Reserve had all gone in January 2023 - locals told us the person tha was supporting it has stopped and taken all signage away, so very difficult to navigate on your own
Written January 31, 2023
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