Top St Maarten Eco Tours

Explore the waters around St. Maarten on a 6-hour speedboat tour. Avoid the cruise ship crowds and visit both the Dutch and French sides of the island in a family friendly, small group setting, which includes five stops to see different aspects of the marine environment. You’ll swim and snorkel in a sea turtle habitat, sting rays and tropical fish on uninhabited islands. Sunbathing on some of the finest white sand beaches the Caribbean has to offer while feeling the rush of commercial jets landing directly over your head at the famous airport. Along the way, your captain will share entertaining and engaging commentary and you’ll sip drinks and indulge in unlimited snacks, all included in the price.

Combine rides on the Flying Dutchman, the Schooner Ride and the Sentry Hill Zipline on this thrilling combination tour. First, ascend to St. Maarten's highest point on the Sky Explorer for excellent views, then zoom down the mountain on the Flying Dutchmen. Head back up the mountain and clip on to the Sentry Hill Zipline to get views over the island. Finish up with an inner tube ride down the mountain on the Schooner Ride.

Take a break from St. Maarten’s beaches and enjoy an active adventure in the rainforest. Ride up to Sentry Hill on the Soualiga Sky Explorer chairlift, admiring the views on the way. Then, fly back down on the world’s steepest zipline—guaranteed to be a thrilling ride. Take time to explore the onsite Emilio Wilson Museum, dedicated to the area's history, too.

This private tour in a Jeep Wrangler is a fun and effective way to see the island. You drive as a local guide leads the way to some of St. Maarten’s popular tourist spots. Highlights include Orient Bay Beach, Grand Case, Mullet Bay Beach, and Maho Beach. Pricing includes up to five people.

Trying to visit multiple islands and snorkel spots around St. Maarten on your own can be time-consuming and complicated to organize—but this speedboat tour makes it easy. Instead of arranging separate boat transfers, head straight from Philipsburg to locations such as Tintamarre Island, Creole Rock, and Pinel Island. Once your captain drops anchor, dive in to explore crystal-clear water, teeming with vibrant marine life.

Spend a day away from the crowds and discover the best that St. Maarten has to offer on this sightseeing excursion. Join a small group and explore both the French and Dutch sides of the island stopping at various points of interest. See planes taking off from the famous Maho Beach, visit an open flea market in Marigot, take in the views of the island from Cole Bay, and more.

Paddle to parts of St. Martin that traditional tour boats can’t reach on a kayaking tour that takes you from Simpson Bay to the largest saltwater lagoon in the Antilles. Paddle at a leisurely pace and listen to stories from your guide that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook, before enjoying a drink of your choice at a rest stop.

Get out into nature and discover a different side of St. Maarten with this guided hike from Guana Bay to Geneve Bay, on the rugged east coast of the island. With a guide, there’s no need to worry about getting lost, so you can enjoy the views and experience instead, along with interesting facts and stories from your guide. Includes a hip pack, bottled water, and complimentary beverage.

Explore the beaches and bays around St. Martin on this 1-hour jet ski tour from Anse Marcel. Ride solo or with a passenger as you follow your guide around on a 2021-model jet ski. Stops include Grand Case Beach, Friar's Bay, and Happy Bay Beach, where you can swim or snorkel with the provided equipment.

Experience the highlights of St Maarten on this 5-hour shore excursion leaving from the cruise port. Ride in an air-conditioned van to Maho Beach on the Dutch side of this Caribbean island and Lucas Bay on the French side. Learn about the culture and history of the island from your guide while enjoying complimentary beer, water and soda. Visit the villages of Grand Case and Marigot before being returned on-time for your cruise ship's departure.

Embark on one of the island’s most breathtaking hikes to Petite Cayes, a hidden gem perfect for nature lovers and photographers alike. This scenic, two-hour trail through rocky terrain, offers panoramic views of Anse Marcel, Pinel Island, and even Anguilla. Along the way, we’ll pause to take photos, explore unique plants (some labeled for easy identification), and appreciate the rugged beauty of the island’s flora, including impressive cacti. Our journey leads to the secluded Petite Cayes beach, a pristine spot with coral formations, where we’ll enjoy the scenery and capture more memories. To refresh and refuel, I’ll provide bottled water, along with local iced tea or juice, and a slice of spiced cake. We’ll complete our adventure at Anse Marcel Beach, where you’ll have the option to cool off with a relaxing swim. Join us for an unforgettable eco-hiking experience that combines natural beauty, exploration, and local flavors!