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Best Sailing Catamaran, Beach and Snorkel - Cruise Ship Friendly

4.9 (94 reviews)6 hSt. MaartenSightseeingAdventureFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 3:00 pm, 1 h 30 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 30 min to spare.

Safety margin
7 am8 am9 am10 am11 am12 pm1 pm2 pm3 pm4 pm5 pm
8:20 am – 3:00 pm
Ship in portGetting ashore (20 min)Safety margin (1 h)All aboard 4:30 pm
  1. 8:00 am
    Ship docks in St. Maarten20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
  2. 8:20 am
    Leave the pierAbout 20 min to the start point
  3. 8:40 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 6 h. Latest sensible start: 9:10 am.
  4. 2:40 pm
    Tour ends20 min back to the pier
  5. 3:00 pm
    Back at the gangway1 h 30 min before all aboard
  6. 4:30 pm
    All aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours

Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.

About this tour

Join us for a 6 Hours sightseeing, sailing, and snorkeling experience.

Your comfort and safety are our main concern. We will do an easy South side Coastal sailing Dutch Side with 2 or more stops for snorkeling, beach time and even spotting the planes as they land on our famous Maho Beach.

Caribbean Style buffet lunch, Open bar all day, Snorkeling instruction and equipment, Attentive friendly and professional crew are all the ingredients for a successful day in Sint Maarten!

*** NOTE: Alternate stops may be chosen according to weather conditions.

Max 30 per group

What's included

  • Mini baguettes sandwiches filled with Turkey Ham, gouda cheese, lettuce and tomatoes and tuna Salad or vegeterian
  • Snorkeling Instruction
  • Shade, comfortable sitting, fresh water shower, electric toilets
  • Open Bar all day (Beer, Rhum Punch, Vodka mix, Gin & tonic, sodas, juices, water)
  • Professional Crew
  • Easy Boarding from our Dock
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Floating bar and Noodle Time
  • Island style barbecue lunch served onboard - Ribs, Chicken, Island style rice and potato salad, gouda cheese, ceasar salad

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • No transfer included

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Great Bay Beach
    As you arrive at Bobby's Marina, you will be able to step on your Catamaran straight from the dock.
    10 minAdmission included
  2. 2
    Little Bay
    As you arrive our crew will hand out the snorkeling gear and will give you all the help and snorkeling instruction needed. You can then jump in the water, explore the underwater world.
    1 h
  3. 3
    Simpson Bay
    One of our Possible stops of the day where you will be swimming, enjoying your Caribbean Barbecue lunch onboard, relaxing with our floating bar. Many Mega yachts on anchor, time to take pictures as you approach them.
    Pass by without stopping
  4. 4
    Cupecoy Bay Beach
    Sailing along the shore
    Pass by without stopping
  5. 5
    Mullet Bay
    Turquoise blue Water, white sand beach, another stop option for a perfect swim, relax onboard your catamaran, enjoy our floating bar and BBQ lunch.
    1 hAdmission included
  6. 6
    Terres Basses
    one of our Possible stop of the day at Baie Longue where we will snorkel or just swim around or relax on a noodle while our hostess prepare our Caribbean Barbecue.
    Pass by without stopping
  7. 7
    Maho
    As we return back to Philipsburg, Watch the world famous airport where planes land and take off just above us!
    Pass by without stopping
  8. 8
    Drive-by
    After your snorkeling experience, time to relax and enjoy our Happy Rhum Punch or our Caribbean beers as you sail along the shore
    Pass by without stopping

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
Check in time 9:30am local time We are located 20 minutes walk from the cruise ship Terminal. We are located at Bobby's marina. Our office is located next to the gazebo at the marina. Water Taxi available from our Marina for the return after the tour
Check in time 9:30am local time We are located 20 minutes walk from the cruise ship Terminal. We are located at Bobby's marina. Our office is located next to the gazebo at the marina. Water Taxi available from our Marina for the return after the tour
From the cruise pier
About 20 min by taxi
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point

Good to know

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • For safety reason, there is a weight restriction of 125 kg (275 lbs)
  • *** NOTE: Alternate stops may be chosen according to weather conditions.

Traveler reviews

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Operated by Eagle Tours N.V.. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.

from $129 per person
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6 h
Typical St. Maarten call: 8:00 am–4:30 pm
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
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