Tango Caribbean Dinner Cruise

Recommended by 93% of travelers

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St Maarten

High interest

Booked 2 times today.

3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.7

· Peter_S ·

Jun 2026

Excellent food and drinks. No lines at the bar always able to get drinks. Staff was very friendly and made sure you have dri ks and food. Plenty of space to move around boat and good seating options including shade if needed. My family had an amazing time.

· Robert_V ·

Jun 2026

For the days we were in St. Maarten and of the activities we attended, this was by fare the best. From the on-boarding, to the friendly staff and crew, to the sunset experience it was all above our expectations. This was also the best meal we had while on vacation!

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Overview

Watch the sunset and dine on Creole fare aboard a catamaran during this excursion from St. Maarten. Sip drinks from the open bar and munch on complimentary appetizers while the sun sinks below the horizon. Once twilight falls, enjoy a buffet-style Creole dinner, followed by dessert and Caribbean rum. Hit the dance floor to island beats while the boat sails back to the marina.

Caribbean dinner cruise off the coast of St. Martin
A Creole buffet-style dinner is provided for each guest
See a stunning Caribbean sunset from your boat
Enjoy a full open bar and snacks, as well as music and dancing

Sample Menu

Main

Wednesday Buffet Menu

Main of: Tender Beef Bourguignon & Pan Seared Chicken Sides of Scallop Potatoes, Steam Vegetables, Green Salad French Macaroons for dessert

Main

Thursday & Friday Buffet Menu

Mains of roasted chicken & Mahi Mani in a cream sauce. Sides of rice & peas, green salad, potato salad. Rum cupcakes for dessert.

What's Included

Professional crew
Sail Excursion onboard our 65 foot sail catamaran; Tango
Full Open Bar
Snacks
Caribbean Buffet Style Dinner served on board

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Menu Customizations are not possible

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Aqua Mania Adventures
Billy Folly Road, Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten
*Check in 4:45pm* We are located on the marina of the Simpson Bay Resort in Pelican. Please leave your hotel with enough time to spare as afternoon traffic can be hectic - especially if coming from the Maho area. Be aware of bridge times as this can back traffic up.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.5:30 pm

What To Expect

Make your way to Pelican Marina to board the 'Tango', a 63-foot (19-meter) sailing catamaran.

Climb on board and find a spot to sit down and relax. Get to know your friendly crew and fellow passengers as you sidle up to the open bar and munch on snacks. Feel the Caribbean breeze in your hair and the late-afternoon sun on your skin while the impressive boat sets sail up the coast of St Maarten. Watch the famous Caribbean sunset paint the sky a dozen colors. As the sun sinks toward the horizon, be sure to have your camera on hand for fantastic photo ops.

Sail back to Simpson Bay and, when the 'Tango' drops anchor in beautiful surroundings, dine on a buffet-style Creole dinner. Choose from baby back ribs, Creole chicken, salads, bread, beans, plantains and rice. After dinner, dig in to dessert and partake in some of the local rum. Dance the remainder of the evening away to Caribbean beats.

The 3-hour sunset cruise concludes when the boat docks at Pelican Marina.

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Important: check in 4:45pm for this trip

Shoes are removed at boarding and placed into shoe baskets.
Please note that the dress code for this cruise is informal, T-shirts and shorts may be worn
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Featured review

Tracey_U

Wow! What can I say? This was the best boat cruise I’ve ever been on. The crew were so friendly and helpful. The food was absolutely delicious and the views from the boat simply incredible! It was totally worth every penny! I can’t wait to come back.

Reviews

4.7

based on 500 reviews

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Beautiful sunset cruise on the Tango

JoAnn_P, Jul 2026

Beautiful spacious catamaran, excellent food and drinks and very attentive and friendly crew. Highly recommend for a beautiful sunset cruise!

It’s a very good...

Michael_G, Jul 2026

It’s a very good experience! The food is great so is the crew wich will keep you entertained the whole time. Very well worth it.

Tango Dinner Cruise

Tiphani_J, Jul 2026

This is experience was 10/10! The music, food, and hospitality was a vibe. The crew were friendly and attentive!

Best Sunset Cruise Ever!

Robert_V, Jun 2026

Great food, fun and service.

Peter_S, Jun 2026

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Hello Peter, Thanks so much for your kind feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the excellent food and drinks, attentive crew, and relaxed atmosphere on the cruise. We really appreciate you sailing with us and hope to see you again!

Very Boring

Angela_S, May 2026

The music was very slow and boring, literally no tango music or anything upbeat. Everyone, and I do mean everyone, was just sitting there the entire time until we got off. The captain refused music request, definitely for an elderly crowd. The title of the excursion is very misleading

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Hello Angela, Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the experience did not meet your expectations. Our Tango Dinner Cruise is designed to be a relaxing evening on the water, where guests can enjoy a nice dinner, beautiful sunset views, and soft background music. For guests looking for a more lively atmosphere with upbeat music and a party vibe, we typically recommend our Lambada Sunset Sail. We hope to have the opportunity to sail with you again in the future!

Definitely book this cruise!

Janelle_R, May 2026

Wonderful cruise, the crew were awesome, the food was outstanding, and the scenery of course was stunning. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Hello Janelle, Thank you for sailing with us! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the cruise and had such a great overall experience. We hope to see you again soon!

Loved every minute of it !!

Santana_A, May 2026

The staff, the food, and the overall experience was amazing !!! I’d do it again right now!! The weather was perfect too!!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Hello Santana, We really appreciate your kind words! Glad to hear you loved every minute of the cruise, the service, and the food. We’d love to have you back on board anytime!

Our experience was great...

Stephanie_O, May 2026

Our experience was great and lively, even though we got motion sickness halfway through. The crew was attentive and made sure to cater to our needs to make our experience better despite our shortcomings.

Response from Host, May 2026

Hello Stephanie, Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re happy you enjoyed the cruise overall, and it’s great to know our crew was attentive and able to assist you when needed. We appreciate your feedback!

Sunset cruise

Chantel_H, May 2026

Crew was great, food and drinks we’re very good, would definitely recommend! Great experience, loved it!

Response from Host, May 2026

Hello Chantel, Thank you for your kind words. We’re glad the experience lived up to your expectations and that you enjoyed the crew, along with the food and drinks on board. We look forward to welcoming you again soon!

Beautiful Sunset Dinner Cruise

Sagrinda_W, May 2026

Great food, friendly staff, beautiful atmosphere, and awesome music. A great way to start day 1 of my SXM trip.

Response from Host, May 2026

Hello Sagrinda, Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted you enjoyed the dinner cruise and that the food, music, and atmosphere helped make your first day on Sint Maarten so special!

Fantastic ride, dinner...

Michele_G, May 2026

Fantastic ride, dinner was amazing and the crew took great care of us. Beautiful tour up and down the coast. Great dinner variety, was delicious!

Response from Host, May 2026

Hello Michele, Thank you for your review. We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the cruise, the food, and the care provided by our crew. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again.

A visitor from NC

Dawn_H, May 2026

OMG, I sure wish we would have done this sooner. It was AWESOME. From the captain to the entire staff, everyone treated us so good. They feed us appetizers and then had an amazing meal. The drinks were amazing (both alcohol and non-alcohol), the weather was PERFECT! I would DEFINITELY recommend this. Also met some amazing people on this ship as well. Would 1000% recommend this. PS: people I have met who were just coming to our resort (Sonesta Maho Beach), I definitely told them about the Tango Sunset Caribbean Cruise and they were excited to book it.

Response from Host, May 2026

Hello Dawn, Thank you for the amazing review! We’re so happy you enjoyed the food, drinks, crew, and perfect sunset experience aboard Tango. It means so much that you recommended us to other guests as well. We truly appreciate it and hope to welcome you aboard again soon!

Fun sunset dinner cruise

Ervena_D, Apr 2026

Was a nice, fun experience with good service, good food, and good music. The crew was exceptional also.

Response from Host, May 2026

Hello Ervena, Thank you for your kind review. We’re glad you enjoyed the food, music, and service, and we’ll be sure to share your feedback with our crew!

It’s was nice….be...

Constance_D, Apr 2026

It’s was nice….be prepared to walk around barefoot on the boat though. So maybe bring some extra socks!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Hello Constance, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the cruise. For safety, we do ask guests to remove their shoes on board. Good tip about bringing socks! Hope to see you again soon.

Terri’s time in St. Maarten

Florida_M, Apr 2026

This was a fun and relaxing experience with a great crew and delicious food. The Cpt Horesh and his team were fantastic! The crew was super attentative. I would highly recommend the Tabgo dinner cruise if you visit St. Maarten!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Hello there, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the cruise, food, and service. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to have you on board again soon!

Dinner cruise

Maria_C, Apr 2026

Nice trip went with friends and had a good time. They made sure we always had a drink in hand. Recommend

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Hello Maria, We’re glad you enjoyed the cruise and had a fun time with your group. Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. Hope to welcome you again!

St Maarten

Linda_N, Apr 2026

The ride was great and the meal was delicious. Everyone who waited on us was very friendly and eager to assist.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Hello Linda, Thank you for your kind review. We’re glad you enjoyed the cruise, the meal, and the service from our team. We hope to welcome you again soon!

Boat Cruise – Just Okay

christyria_G, Apr 2026

Directions were a little confusing but manageable. The food was amazing and the staff and captain were fantastic — real highlights of the trip. Drink options were limited (rum punch and beer), which may be expected in the Caribbean, but as a tequila drinker I would have appreciated more variety. The cruise itself was disappointing. We parked at one spot for almost two hours then headed straight back. As a frequent traveler, this felt more like dinner on a docked boat than an actual night cruise. The biggest issue — we were required to remove our shoes and place them in a bin before boarding. In all my years of traveling and boat rides, I have never experienced this. Being expected to walk barefoot into a public bathroom is a serious hygiene concern and it completely changed the mood for me. Some good moments, but that policy alone knocked this from a great experience to just an okay one. They need to reconsider that rule.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Hello there, Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re happy to know you enjoyed the food and had a great interaction with our crew and captain. Our cruise route is carefully planned along the coastline to provide the best sunset views. The stop you mentioned is intentional, allowing guests to enjoy dinner in a relaxed and scenic environment before continuing the cruise. In terms of drinks, we offer a variety including wines, rum, vodka, beer, and soft beverages, aiming to cater to a range of preferences. Concerning the no-shoes policy, this is a safety measure to reduce the risk of slipping on deck and is communicated in advance. We also place a strong emphasis on cleanliness to ensure a hygienic and comfortable experience for all guests. Thank you again for your feedback, and hope to welcome you again in the future!

Extraordinaire Dinner-Sunset Cruise

Michael_H, Apr 2026

First, this is a must do island entertainment evening event!! Once you arrive to check in, find a place to sit or stand anywhere you like on docks....do NOT stand in line to get on boat(s)...mosy those folks are doing sunset cruise on other boat...LOL!! We did, was like 50 people back, and were actually #2-3... to get on Tango. You will be taking ahies off...boat floor is a liittle rough, so if you have tender feet...take ya some grippy socks. One on, dont try and head for tables on boy of boat...they just gonna make you go below toward stern for free drinks and safety brief...so just get a good seat below, plenty of them and enjiy your forst rum punch. The crew is SO GREAT, constantly checking on you and bringing drinks to you in your seat. Then the boat ilpulls out of the dock, then thise seats on bow and others on boats are open. Then they serve appetizers, yea, they bring them to you!! So RELAX!! Then you cruise around, watch sun set, anchor, eat dinner (they also have dinner TV trays they brring to you), and it was absolutely delish! Mahi-Mahi in cream sauce, chicken (i passed), awesome salad, potato salad, rice and beans, and johny cakes...plus desert...then drink sone nore and dance. Three (3) hours in total, excellent value and evening!!!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Hello Michael, We truly appreciate your feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Tango Dinner Cruise and appreciated the service, food, and atmosphere. It’s great to know the crew helped make your evening so enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back again soon.

It was a wonderful dinner...

Emily_D, Mar 2026

It was a wonderful dinner cruise with amazing views an exceptional crew and delicious food. Would highly recommend

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello Emily, Thank you for your review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the dinner cruise and the exceptional crew. Your recommendation means a lot, and we hope to see you again soon!

Fun on board

Diane_W, Feb 2026

Great crew, good food and a beautiful sunset. Could not ask for more. If you want a good sunset cruise, this is the one.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello Diane, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled you had such a fun evening with our crew and enjoyed the food and stunning sunset views. We’d love to have you join us again on the Tango Caribbean Dinner Cruise!

Pleasant

Jennifer_B, Feb 2026

It was an ok evening, good crew - hospitable & friendly, music was very mixed, was expecting more of a Caribbean vibe … food tasty, very windy & everyone had to remove footwear which wasnt a problem but would have been nice to know

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Hello Jennifer, Thank you for joining us and for your honest review. We’re glad you enjoyed the crew’s hospitality and the food. Your note about the music will be taken into consideration, as well as the footwear policy. We will work on communicating this more clearly in advance. We hope to welcome you again soon!

Amazing food and drinks. HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Eric_G, Feb 2026

Highly Recommend this!!! This experience was the best service Ive ever received on a boat tour on any island. I mean it. The staff was so friendly, making drinks, bringing around food, constantly asking what we need. The food was fantastic. Chicken, beef tips, scalloped potatoes, salad, rice. The apps were great too. The night was beautiful and we met some really nice people on it. MUST BOOK WHEN HERE!!

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Hey Eric, Thank you for the kind words and high recommendation! We’re delighted you enjoyed the food, drinks, and friendly service, and that the evening was such a memorable one. We’d love to have you join us again!

Great Experience

James_M, Jan 2026

The crew was very professional. They made sure that everyone had a great experience. The food was very good. The boat was so clean that it looked like brand new. We were totally pleased and had a great time.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Hello James, We’re so glad to hear you had a great time! Our crew works hard to ensure every guest feels welcome and cared for, and we’re happy that showed. Thank you for noticing the cleanliness of the boat and enjoying the food. We hope to welcome you aboard again soon!

Lori

LoriL_C, Jan 2026

Beautiful boat good food good staff good music good sail good sunset. Very close to Simpson bay resort and Hilton vacation club resort

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Hey there, Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the boat, food, staff, music, and sunset, as well as our convenient location. We appreciate you choosing Tango Caribbean Dinner Cruise.

Great time on Sunset Cruse

Bryan_P, Jan 2026

Turned out better than I even expected. Food was good, plenty of drinks, and the crew was awesome! Beautiful sunset in paradise doesn’t hurt either.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Hello Bryan, Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted everything exceeded your expectations, from the food and drinks to the crew and sunset views. Hope to see you back soon!

Amazing Experience

Michael_S, Jan 2026

Amazing Crew, Great Vibes and even better Food. Music For Everyone and the most perfect Views and Photo Ops

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Hello Michael, We’re happy you enjoyed the crew, the atmosphere, the food, and the music. We hope to see you again soon for another unforgettable experience.

Sunset

PBrent_S, Jan 2026

Great atmosphere, friendly crew, didn’t try to cram the boat full of people. Had plenty of room to relax, get drinks and food.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Hi there, Thank you for the kind feedback! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere, the space onboard, and our friendly crew. Creating a comfortable and relaxing experience is exactly what we aim for. We appreciate you joining us!

Great service, very...

cheryl_l, Jan 2026

Great service, very attentive to our needs! Food was also exceptional! Always asking to see if we needed anything, highly recommend this dinner cruise.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Hi Cheryl, Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food and attentive service. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again soon!