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Billy Bones St. Maarten Getaway , Snorkeling with Turtles

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  • 7 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Michelle_P ·
Aug 2026
We went on this cruise as a group of 5 and one word - wow! We absolutely loved the captain and his partner (Chad and Nacho!!), quality and comfort of the boat, stops/locations, length of day was perfect, the stop for lunch at a local restaurant - amazing! We couldn't recommend this more to other visitors of St M!!!
· Calene_V ·
Jul 2026
We had the best time snorkeling! Jed and Gabriel were terrific hosts- even teaching my older kids some diving and backflip techniques off the front of the boat. Swimming with sea turtles was very special. The lunch was delicious in Grand Case too! We had kids ages 12-25- all had a wonderful time!

Overview

Snorkel at some of St. Maarten's most spectacular sites, such as Pinel Island, Creole Rock, and Tintamarre Island on this full-day eco-adventure onboard a sleek powerboat. Stop for a gourmet lunch in Grand Case, then head to Mullet Bay for some time on the beach. Drink up from the open bar. On the return trip, stop at Maho Beach to watch the airplanes landing at the nearby airport.
  • Snorkel at Pinel Island, Tintamarre Island, and Creole Rock
  • Relax on the beach at Mullet Bay and stop at Maho Beach
  • Stop for lunch in Grand Case, the island's gourmet capital
  • Sip complimentary drinks from the open bar onboard

What's Included

  • Local guide
  • Beverages
  • Lunch
  • Open bar
  • Snorkeling gears
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off
  • Entrance fee - Marine Park
    $6.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 62 Welfare Rd, Cole Bay, Sint Maarten

    3 Palm Plaza locates in Cole bay area on #62 Welfare road . Next to Dominos Pizza and Pineapple Pete Restaurant. We have a big board by the road and you also see a huge DOMINO PIZZA Sign. We are locate beside Domino's . FREE parking available for our guests. We do not offer pick up.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start time
.9:00 am

What To Expect

1

Creole Rock

2

Tintamarre Island

3

Pinel Island

4

Grand Case

5

Mullet Bay

6

Maho Beach

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant meals not included
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • 8 45 am check in time for Hotel Guests in Simpson bay #62 Welfare road.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Darla_M
We had a fabulous day snorkeling. Lunch was delicious 😋. Junior and Nacho were both great! Nacho was a wonderful tour guide with lots of information about the island and places we stopped to snorkel and swim. We saw turtles and starfish. I would definitely recommend this trip.

Reviews

4.9
based on 869 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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It was a great time!...

Scott_S, Sep 2026
It was a great time! Sammy and Nacho were the best! They made the experience so much better. We would totally do this again!

Fun

Ramon_P, Aug 2026
Very good experience and recommend it also the cap JR and Noah were the best they know how to make it fun.

Exceptional experience!!!!

Michelle_P, Aug 2026
We went on this cruise as a group of 5 and one word - wow! We absolutely loved the captain and his partner (Chad and Nacho!!), quality and comfort of the boat, stops/locations, length of day was perfect, the stop for lunch at a local restaurant - amazing! We couldn't recommend this more to other visitors of St M!!!

Must do!

Tricia_d, Aug 2026
Bring your swim suit, a towel, and plenty of sunscreen! The crew takes care of the rest!! Sammy and Shawn were the best captains! Lots of great music, mixed with fun facts about St. Maarten, tips about snorkeling and finding turtles…Sammy and Shawn filled our day with fun. The lunch stop was absolutely delicious-bbq style chicken, ribs, fish, or veggie option from Loki’s (locally owned, locally operated!). Can’t say enough…thank you, Sammy and Shawn!!

Best tour

Timea_D, Jul 2026
I never write a review but this tour deserves my time to write one! Shan and captain Fly are the best and the nicest , I meant it! We had lunch and drinks for free and we stopped at so many snorkeling sites and beaches ! Was worth any penny

Just do it.

elizabeth_c, Jul 2026
Third time going with Billy bones and will definitely be back. Saw lots of turtles today. Some fish, and the captain/crew were amazing!

Great family boat tour!

Calene_V, Jul 2026
We had the best time snorkeling! Jed and Gabriel were terrific hosts- even teaching my older kids some diving and backflip techniques off the front of the boat. Swimming with sea turtles was very special. The lunch was delicious in Grand Case too! We had kids ages 12-25- all had a wonderful time!

This was an incredible...

Maral_D, Jul 2026
This was an incredible experience. Captain Sky and Alex were amazing. We had the best time exploring the island and snorkeling.

10/10 experience!!

Stephen_M, Jul 2026
This excursion was truly a 10/10 experience. My girlfriend and I have went snorkeling on a few different islands and this was 100% the best of them all! We saw so many fish and sea turtles. Captain Fly and Alex were our guides and they were Great! They were super knowledgeable, friendly and made the experience a lot of fun! The lunch spot on the excursion Lolo’s was great, the food was amazing! They also found out it was my birthday and they gave me a free drink and also gave us a bottle for our whole group to take shots! It was so awesome! I highly recommend!!

This excursion was...

Desiree_B, Jul 2026
This excursion was totally worth it. You get to see so much of the island and the snorkeling was great! Our Captains Fly and Alex we very knowledgeable and fun! I highly recommend this excursion and ask for Captain Fly and Alex you won’t regret it!

Don’t Pass this up!

Ralph_S, Jul 2026
Captain Fly and Alex will take great care of you. They will let you know the area and give you great historical info. The food was excellent. The stops were relaxing and there was great snorkeling! Plenty of liquid enjoyment on the boat!

JR and Noah were...

Marsue_C, Jul 2026
JR and Noah were absolutely amazing! The excursion was incredible, and it was my very first time snorkeling. Noah was so patient and helpful, making me feel comfortable and confident in the water. This was by far the best part of my trip! If you're thinking about booking this excursion, do it you won't be disappointed. Thank you both for an unforgettable experience!

Boat Island Tour

Linda_D, Jul 2026
Our boat trip with Billy Bones yesterday around the island was amazing! The vibes were high, and Alex and Captain Fly, as we called him were fantastic!! They did an amazing job of taking care of every need on the boat. Highly recommend!

10/10 recommend !!

Kaylynn_P, Jun 2026
Captain Fly and Sean were awesome!! They made sure we all had a great time. We got to see several sea turtles at one of our stops which was probably one of the coolest things I’ve ever done. They took us to several other spots throughout the day to enjoy and showed us a few other places we could go throughout the remainder of our visit to St. Martin. Lunch was great!! They made extra effort for us to have a cool experience watching the planes fly in Maho as well. It was easily our favorite day in St. Martin! 10/10 highly recommend!!

Sea Turtle Adventures

Marvin_W, Jun 2026
Jad and Noah were great! They made the trip fun and worth it despite the weather! They both helped make unforgettable memories!

Had a ton of fun spending...

Mya_R, Jun 2026
Had a ton of fun spending the day on a boat experiencing the different parts of Sint Maarten/Saint Martin. Yohan and Junior were excellent guides who provided a really great experience. Creole Rock in particular had excellent snorkeling, we saw all sorts of beautiful fish. The water out to Tintamarre was pretty choppy and may be difficult for people who get motion sick but it was beautiful once we were there. The lunch was so good we ended up going back to the same place the next day. We would absolutely do this again the next time we are here, highly recommend.

Great day

Robin_G, Jun 2026
Experience crew that showed us a great time! Snorkeling and swimming with eagle rays and sea turtles. Fun atmosphere for everyone on the boat!

Best Captains Ever!

Janie_T, Jun 2026
Capt. Sam and Alex were excellent hosts. Their knowledge of the islands and water were top notch. We saw lots of fish and turtles. The lunch was delicious and the drinks were strong! Safety was a top priority.

A must do excursion

Tracy_G, Jun 2026
This was definitely worth the money. Nacho and Sammy did an excellent job, taking care of us and giving us information about the island. We ate at a local restaurant on the beach and it was amazing. We saw quite a few sea turtles while snorkeling. Overall snorkeling was awesome. I highly recommend this excursion.

Great job Junior and Nacho

Jeffrey_T, Jun 2026
Our guides, Junior and Nacho, were excellent! Very knowledgeable about the area and quickly responsive to anyone’s needs even if it was just taking an empty soda can! Great spots and got to see lots of fish while snorkeling as well as sea turtles. Got to see a lot of iguanas at our 3rd stop as well. Really enjoyed getting to just interact with Nacho and Junior.

Be ready for a good time!...

Robert_S, Jun 2026
Be ready for a good time! Our Captain Jad and First Mate Noah catered to our every need and provided great conversation. Boat Nauti Dreams was very comfortable. Lunch was delicious.

The guys driving us were...

Paige_N, May 2026
The guys driving us were so friendly and funny! We had alot of good spots to snorkle. The food was amazing as well! 10/10 would recommend

Awesomeness!!

Cindi_S, May 2026
Best day trip ever! Sammy and Alex were so amazing! Saw tarpon, turtles, fish, and starfish🩵 Do NOT miss out! Book it NOW!! Oh, and fish at lunch was outstanding!!

Book it!

Sheila_S, May 2026
Best time of our trip! Well worth the money! You won’t regret it! Shout out to Sammy, Thomas and Alex for the laughs and good time! They kept the drinks flowing and lunch was awesome! Don’t hesitate.

Good food and good time.

Cornelius_W, May 2026
Had a great experience with Billy Bones Boat Charters in St. Maarten! There were only about 10 people on the boat, which made the trip feel much more relaxing and personal. The staff was very friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable throughout the trip. The food was really good, and the rum punch was even better. Everything was well organized, and the crew made sure everyone had a great time. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for a fun and relaxing day on the water!

Absolutely worth it!! We...

Victoria_M, May 2026
Absolutely worth it!! We had the best tour guides (Jad & Thomas). From the start they brought good energy and vibes! For anyone looking for a boat day I definitely recommend Billy Bones!! Plus lunch @ Lolos was awesome and drinks kept coming so be prepared :)!

Excellent staff and great fun!

Tracy_H, May 2026
Come ready to have fun! Captains Sam and Fly were extremely attentive, fun and helpful. Saw turtles, stingrays, and multiple numbers of different colorful fish and beautiful coral. I would definitly recommend this adventure. Informative and great fun. Brochure as promised and more!

10/10 snorkel day!

Molly_N, May 2026
jad and Thomas where wonderful! Absolutely amazing day seeing the fish at creole rock, and turtles at tintamarre. Water is absolutely perfect- warm and clear! I highly recommend it to anyone. They have snorkels, life vests, and noodles to use in the water. Rum punch, coke, sprite, and beer. The lunch at the local place was amazing- even saw a starfish!

What an incredible day!!...

Aspen_D, May 2026
What an incredible day!! I would definitely recommend to everyone. They made sure we had so much fun and enjoyed the day. 5 stars isn’t enough.

Snorkeling with turtles

Denise_M, May 2026
We had a great time, great snorkeling. Crew was great, I would highly recommend using this boat tour.
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