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Codrington Lagoon

Codrington Lagoon on Barbuda is a wetland of mangroves, shallow waters and seagrass beds. Its defining visit is observing frigatebirds from a boat with a local guide.

Codrington Lagoon
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The place

What makes it special

  • Watch the frigatebird colony from the water.
  • See mangroves and waterbirds in an internationally recognized wetland.
  • Learn about the lagoon’s links to wildlife and local fishing.
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Magnificent frigatebirds above mangroves at Barbuda's bird sanctuary

Codrington Lagoon in Barbuda: On Board with a Local Guide

A boat trip through Codrington Lagoon offers the chance to watch frigatebirds among the mangroves. The key is to treat the journey to Barbuda separately from the guided visit and leave some flexibility for sea conditions.

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Barbuda and Codrington Lagoon at the pace of the island

The useful question is not which beach to photograph in Barbuda, but how much time to set aside to understand Codrington Lagoon: a protected wetland where seabirds, mangroves, fishing and everyday island life coexist. A day trip can work, but it leaves little room for the sea, the weather or the local pace.

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Profile updated: 29/09/2026