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Archaeological Dig Site Tour with Island Historian: Pre-Columbian Heritage

Join the island's leading archaeologist at an active pre-Columbian ceremonial site — petroglyphs, ancient ceramic fragments, and sacred stone courts that most visitors never know exist. A private, scholarly, and genuinely rare window into the island's indigenous story.

What to expect

Your archaeologist guide meets you at the port gate and drives to the hillside site, explaining the island's Arawak and Carib history en route. At the site, you explore a complex of carved petroglyphs, a partially excavated ball court, and a working dig trench where ceramics are still being unearthed. Handling replica artifacts and asking detailed questions is actively encouraged. The session concludes with a private slide presentation of recent finds in the society's on-site study room.

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Axjlzia Archaeological & Heritage Society (official)
USD 145 per person (private guided session from USD 870 for up to 6)
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Good to know

Morning sessions only (08:00–12:00) due to afternoon research schedules. Comfortable closed-toe shoes essential; the terrain is uneven. Minimum 2 guests required to confirm a private session — book at least 2 weeks ahead. Photography permitted everywhere except the active trench.

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