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Take a break from your typical beach vacation and experience this one-of-a-kind Maho Beach tour. Sip cocktail (own expense) while viewing low-flying planes land at the nearby Princess Juliana International Airport. Listen to a live feed of communication between the arriving aircraft and the control tower or go “fence surfing.” Along with convenient departure/drop-off points and air-conditioned coach, a driver-guide makes for a more personalized tour.

Race walk your way through Philipsburg with a team of fellow travelers during this unique 3-hour activity. Complete challenges, solve clues and learn about the history of the island along the way. Visit historic sites, taste the local cuisine and even go for a short swim in the ocean, following the specialized map made just for your adventure. The tour includes approximately 2.5 miles (4km) of walking throughout town; participants of all fitness levels are welcome.

With unclear routes and unfamiliar roads, exploring both sides of St. Maarten on your own can be tricky. This half-day e-bike tour simplifies the experience by guiding you along a route that connects Dutch and French neighborhoods, scenic hills, and coastal areas. Stops include Cay Bay Hill, The Causeway, The Border Monument, and Fort Louis—each with the local insight of your guide. And, thanks to the power of your e-bike, covering ground couldn't be easier.

Combine visits to Orient Beach and Maho Beach, with transportation in between, on this 5-hour tour in St Maarten. Spend two hours at each beach relaxing, watching the jet liners land, or participating in water activities (own expense).

Explore both the French and Dutch influence on this group culinary and culture tour in St. Maarten. You’ll walk through the Philipsburg boardwalk, and have chances to try foods like crab cakes, plantains, ribs with peas, fresh coconuts, and much more. You’ll keep costs down with this group tour, but still have plenty of foods to try while you learn about local culture from your guide.

Sail on the wind like in the old days on this morning or sunset trip on an eco-friendly sail boat with no engine. Enjoy the views as you sail between St. Martin and Tintamarre Island. You can relax on board (enjoying the complimentary snacks and open bar!) Or get a bit more active with the chance to snorkel in the sea and swim with turtles. Keep an eye out for dolphins, too.

Discover the best of St. Maarten when you book this half-day sightseeing tour around the island. Listen to tales of real-life pirates at the Pirate Experience, explore St. Maarten's amusement park at Belvedere Estate Road, delve into a Coral Reef photoshoot, and discover the historic Fort Louis. Enjoy a delicious ice cream at Topper's Rhum Distillery and indulge in a seaside lunch with a view of arriving planes at Maho Beach.

Escape the crowds and cruise around St. Maarten in style with a private speedboat charter, with departures from St. Martin or Grand Case. With a captain and crew to take care of everything, you can enjoy the views and snorkel with the provided gear and underwater scooter. Includes lunch, alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and bottled water.

Discover the nooks and crannies of St Maarten's coastline on your own jet ski during this full-day excursion. Follow your expert jet skiing guide, but enjoy being the master of your own trajectory and choosing your own speed. See the local flora and fauna and enjoy exploring smaller coves that larger, traditional boats can't access. Get exclusive VIP access to Belmond La Samanna, a 5-star hotel with a spectacular beach. Lunch is included on this small-group tour.

Exploring St. Maarten’s natural highlights independently can be difficult without a car of your own. However, this guided nature tour from Philipsburg brings the island’s top outdoor experiences together in one easy outing. Travel with a local guide to Pic Paradis—the highest point on the island—for sweeping views across land and sea. Continue to a saltwater pond to spot local wildlife such as birds, lizards, and iguanas, then head to a calm bay for a snorkeling session to explore the underwater world.

The island of Saint Martin is divided into two factions, the French and the Dutch sides. Join a small group and explore the top landmarks on both sides during this half-day excursion. Spend time swimming and soaking up the sun at Orient Bay, spot planes on Maho Beach, go shopping in Marigot Bay, and much more.

Get to know some of the local artists on the island of St. Maarten during this half-day small-group tour. Visit both the French and Dutch sides and discover the eclectic artworks of four artists of your choice. Explore the galleries and studios and learn about each artist’s process as you chat with them. Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and homemade banana bread at one of the stops.

Swim and lounge at Orient Beach and Maho Beach on this half-day excursion from St Maarten. Jet ski, paraglide or sail at Orient Beach, then grab a snack at one of the many bars and restaurants there. Travel to Maho beach and watch jumbo jets fly overhead to land at the nearby airport. A guide, complimentary refreshments and round-trip transportation from your St Maarten hotel are included on this excursion.

Choose your own itinerary during this private sightseeing tour in St Maarten. Spend 5 to 6 hours with a local guide visiting the attractions that pique your interest in a climate-controlled private tour van. Choose to hit the beach at the legendary shorelines of Maho Beach or Orient Beach, shop and gallery-hop in Marigot or Philipsburg, or explore the gourmet mecca of Grand Case. A complimentary open bar is included on this tour.

Take a private sightseeing tour of St Maarten with a knowledgeable local guide. This flexible tour can be customized to include landmarks and highlights that are of interest to you and your party. Travel at your own pace and spend as much or as little time as you like at each stop. Focus on beach hopping, shopping, sightseeing, cuisine tasting, activity parks/entertainment or a combination. Along the way, learn about St Maarten from your private guide and sip complimentary refreshments like beer, soft drinks and guavaberry rum punch.

Make the most of your cruise ship stop and explore more of St. Maarten with an electric bike. Save time by pre-booking your e-bike rental, which will be ready for pickup when your cruise ship docks in St. Maarten. Create your own itinerary and go where you want, when you want with your e-bike rental.

Swap the crowds on land for the tropical beauty of the Caribbean Sea on a private sailing tour of St. Martin on a trimaran boat. Relish the freedom to customize your agenda as you sail to off-the-beaten-path snorkel and swimming spots, and get a new perspective of St. Martin’s coastline from onboard your private vessel.

If you want to learn all about rum, then join this small-group tour starting from Philipsburg, St Maarten. You also learn about Caribbean culture as you visit Marigot’s colored houses and do some shopping there, too. Try some rum at Topper’s Rhum Distillery, and finish your tour at Mao Beach.

Try the culinary delights of St. Martin on this small group tour. You’ll keep costs down by sharing the tour, but still have an intimate experience since there is a max at six guests. Your guide will show you to the best spots in town for homemade iced-lemongrass tea, Johnny “Journey” cake, rum tasting, and much more on this half-day tour.

Discover the Best of St. Maarten with a 2 hours guided tour of both French and Dutch sides of SXM and see why it’s called the Friendly Island. With your own private air-conditioned minivan and a dynamic local guide, you and your family or group will experience the island’s highlights without the hassle of overcrowded tours. Learn the island’s rich history & culture from your guide Swim in the turquoise waters of Grand Case Beach, Orient Bay Beach, or any beach of your choice Convenient for Cruise Passengers: Pick-up directly from the cruise port In addition to the highlights, you can customize your adventure with one of these 3 options: 1)Parotte Ville & Orient Beach-meet colorful tropical birds up close, then relax on one of the island’s most famous beaches. 2)Marigot Market & Fort St. Louis-browse local shops and soak up French-Caribbean culture, enjoy a short hike to Fort St. Louis. 3)Maho Beach-head to world-famous Maho Beach and feel the thrill of planes flying low overhead.

Our tours are nothing short of amazing. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views, fresh island air, and a guided adventure. You'll discover some of the most breathtaking views and natural scenery on your spectacular hiking trail through the beautiful hills to the one of the highest parts of Dutch St. Maarten. If you appreciate spending time in nature, being physically challenged, wildlife, and magnificent views of the island, you've found the right place!

Spend a day out on the waters of Saint Lucia aboard your own Cap Camarat with this boat rental. Grab your friends and family and spend hours exploring the bays, beaches, and inlets of the island, without having to worry about other groups. Your day is spent swimming, snorkeling, soaking up the warm Caribbean sun, or anything else you desire.

See the sights of St Maarten on a private island tour that provides the flexibility to customize your itinerary to suit your interests. With a private guide, travel to locations such as Great Bay, Oyster Pond, Cole Bay Hill, Orient Beach and the market in Marigot. Enjoy panoramic views, photo ops of the coastline and one of the island’s top experiences—watching planes fly overhead at Sunset Beach. Pickup and drop-off is at the cruise port.

Explore Oyster Bay, Orient Beach and Maho Beach on during this 6-hour tour from St Maarten. With a local guide, sightsee on both the French and Dutch sides of the island. Stroll through the town of Marigot, the capital of the French side of the island, visiting the boutiques and galleries that line the streets. A complimentary drink and round-trip transportation from the cruise port is included.