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St. Maarten Deluxe Speed Boat Tour: Snorkel, Visit Uninhabited Islands & Experience Jet Flyovers
4.9
3,631 Ratings
Philipsburg
Experience the St. Maarten Deluxe Speed Boat Tour, ranked #1 on TripAdvisor for 10 years. Snorkel with sea turtles, visit uninhabited islands, and witness jet flyovers. Book now!
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Simpson Bay - Captain Bob’s most popular speed boat, snorkeling and beach tour is a full day, 5 stop adventure of a lifetime that is uniquely designed to show you the very best of both the French and Dutch sides of Sint Maarten/St. Martin.
Departing from Philipsburg, you’ll first head past the islands of Saba, Statia and St. Barts before passing under the bridge into Simpson Bay Lagoon, the biggest lagoon in the Caribbean. While sightseeing in the lagoon you will be taken aback by the size of the million dollar “mega yachts” of the rich and famous that frequent the island in the wintertime. After officially crossing onto the French side of the island you will make your way around Marigot, Happy Bay, Friar’s Bay and finally Grand Case.
What's Included
- GUARANTEED return to cruise ship on time
- Light snacks provided
- Complimentary lunch
- Snorkeling equipment included
- Soft drinks available
- Flotation devices for safety
- Expert captain/local guide
- Alcoholic beverages served
What's Not Included
- Nature Reserve Fee $6/person (payable in cash at check-in)
- Gratuities (15-20% recommended)
Additional Information
Experience what has consistently ranked this St. Maarten’s outing #1 on TripAdvisor for a decade. It’s the premium choice for bypassing the bustling cruise ship crowds and exploring both the Dutch and French regions of the island in a small, family-friendly group setting. Your adventure truly commences once you step onto our luxury speed boat and embark onto the open sea. This 6-hour tour includes 5 stops featuring remarkable memories of snorkeling with sea turtles, sting rays, and tropical fish on untouched islands, soaking up the sun on some of the Caribbean’s best white sand beaches, and feeling the adrenaline as commercial planes land right above you at the renowned airport. Your captain and guide will not only provide a rich informational and entertaining experience but also cater to your every need with food and drinks on the boat, all inclusive. Why hesitate? Let’s set sail!
- We accommodate ALL cruise ship visitors and hotel guests staying on island
- We accommodate parties larger than 15 passengers by special request
- Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Refunds WILL be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- In order to ensure your safety and comfort, the captain may use his/her discretion to make adjustments to the itinerary and locations visited
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Infant meals not included
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Please advise of any health issues or handicaps at time of booking if required
- In order to accommodate all cruise ship schedules we also offer earlier and later departure times upon request
Location
Dock Maarten
Juancho Yrausquin Boulevard
Departure Point: Departs from Dock Maarten Marina (Chesterfields Restaurant) for cruise ship visitors and hotel guests. It is a short (10-15 minute), safe walk from the cruise ship terminal.
Directions:
FOR CRUISE SHIP VISITORS: Exit the cruise ship facility through the main gate to the street. Make a left turn onto the main road and follow the sidewalk under the palm trees. A short distance along this road you will see the first commercial complex of yellow buildings on your left. This is Dock Maarten Marina. There is also a restaurant called Chesterfields in the complex. Walk through the main underpass of the complex and onto the marina dock. Ask for Captain Bob.
FOR HOTEL GUESTS: Dock Maarten Marina is located in Point Blanche, near the port and the cruise ship terminal. At most intersections and roundabouts there are green or white signs with directions. Follow the signs to the "Cruise Ship Terminal". Dock Maarten Marina is on the main road just before the cruise ship terminal. There is also a restaurant called Chesterfields at the marina. There is parking available at the marina. Walk through the main underpass of the complex and onto the marina dock. Ask for Captain Bob.
Return point: Returns to original point of departure (Dock Maarten Marina)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Andrea_m
Jun 8, 2024
Great day on the water! - We had a fabulous day on the water with captain bobs! Our small group was just the right size and the guides were super informative and fun!
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Jacklimz
May 26, 2024
Amazing tour! Best part about the vacation! - Amazing tour and guide. You spend the entire day touring around Saint Martin and the captain is extremely knowledgeable. You spend a lot of time snorkeling and going to different places and the time spent at each location is perfect. This was the best part about our trip and we highly recommend anyone doing this while in Saint Martin!
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Robert_c
May 24, 2024
WONDERFUL ! :) - Captain Balazs did everything for us and our (8) small group's perfect trip. Felt like a private charter ! 6 beautiful hours sailing around the entire island -- going fast, power S-turn banking, amazing snorkeling (several spots), swimming, beach time with 2 restaurants/bars and big iguanas, nature preserve, a man-made diving reef, and even airplane ducking. Boat has 22 padded seats, large Bimini top, big rails to hold onto !, a ladder to climb back aboard and Captain B always there to give you his hand up. Great French baguette sandwiches in numerous flavors, snacks, apples, water, sodas and beers. He even swam over to other boats he knew to get us some more local beers ! After snorkeling, rum too. Floating safety vests and pool noodles, if you want them. All snorkel gear too. Easy 15-minute walk from the cruise pier. If you get there early, grab some hot breakfast at Chesterfields. You just need to bring US $6 cash p.p. for the nature preserve and tip money as well. Bring a GoPro with extra battery and extra SD cards. Book this ! Thanks Captain B !!
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Tiffany_u
May 22, 2024
Amazing! - We really enjoyed our excursion. The scenery was beautiful and Brett was very accommodating, making sure we had a great time and had good snorkeling given the swells that slightly affected underwater visibility. The boat was very comfortable. Highly recommend and we would definitely go again!
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Sarah_s
May 20, 2024
The best day of our cruise! Major 5 stars - We booked this tour exclusively thanks to reviews, so this is me passing it on - this was one of the best tours I’ve ever experienced, and was hands down the best day of our cruise. Brett & Dylan were so kind, knowledgeable, and made for such a fun & eventful day. We went all over the island; the beaches were incredibly beautiful, the snorkeling unrivaled (sea turtles, tons of fish, sting rays, you name it), and we loved all the local knowledge & facts Dylan rattled off while we were boating around. Will *absolutely* book with these guys again if we find ourselves back in St. Maarten!
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Simon_w
May 17, 2024
Excllent day out - There was an assortment of places to discover with different things to see in each., from exotic yachts to turtles and iguanas.
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Colel684
May 17, 2024
This is a can’t miss excursion! - This excursion was by far and large the best I have been on across 10+ cruises in the Caribbean. It was very well organized and the staff is fantastic! You truly get to see and experience a bit of everything. You get a full tour around the island + are able to see sea turtles, sting rays, and tons of exotic fish + stop at several beaches (including the famous airport!). The boat is large and comfortable, and there is unlimited access to water bottles, canned soda, beers, and even a full handle of rum! Lunch was a variety of sandwiches provided by a French bakery (very delicious and enough for 2+ sandwiches per person) and multi-pack variety of chips. This is a can’t miss experience, giving you the opportunity to maximize your time on the island.
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Travelingmichey
May 12, 2024
Awesome outing with a GREAT CREW!! - I was the only solo person in my group but everybody embraced me like family! We laughed, drank and just had a great time with the crew! The weather was amazing as well! They provided beer, rum, and tasty sandwiches w/ chips (enough for all of us to have seconds)! Great way to see the island and learn a little history! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
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Aubrey_t
May 4, 2024
A good day on the water - Saw a couple of big sea turtles, was a memorable experience. Would book again if I had the chance to.
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B00mie
Apr 30, 2024
Weirdly different experience from the reviews. - Captain Tony was the whole crew. His English was fine enough but we aren’t seeing how this was the same experience others had. We had to ask for something to eat and the rum drinks he referred to. The boat was not the one shown - it was much smaller with no restroom. The bars on Pinel were closed. The weather was no one’s fault but we couldn’t hear Tony because he didn’t use his microphone. We had a great time but still don’t understand why we had to ask for food when we had been on the boat for three hours already with nothing, not even a snack. We felt weird having to ask for every morsel and drink. It wasn’t open bar or open anything.
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