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St Maarten: Speed Boat Snorkeling Tour & Beach Lunch★ 4.93 (4,482) · 6h
Best value
St Maarten: Underwater Sculpture Park Snorkel Tour with Creators★ 4.75 (164) · 2h
Top rated
Snorkeling in Sint Maarten: Private Luxury Catamaran Charter★ 4.99 (499) · 6h
The 12 best-value of 26 options, side by side
✓ 2026-09-29Real price per person across the 26 options: US$ 40–US$ 399 (median US$ 145). With an extra fee to pay on site: 11 of 26. With 100+ reviews: 24 of 26.
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Private experiences (3)
St Maarten: Pinel Island Tandem Kayak & Snorkel TripYou paddle yourself to Pinel Island, snorkel in coral reefs teeming with fish and turtles, and spend the day on a quiet beach at your own pace. The kayak rental includes the boat, paddle, life jacket, and all park fees, so you show up and go. Weather permitting, you can stay as long as you want and explore hiking trails the tour groups miss.Is it for me?This works well if you want to reach Pinel Island without joining a crowded tour group and prefer to set your own pace and timing. The short paddle means you're not fighting a long journey, and the snorkeling and beach time are built into the same day without extra logistics.
St. Maarten Private Boat Charter: Pinel Island & SnorkelingYou get picked up by a private boat, snorkel at a reef, visit Pinel Island to see iguanas, and stop at three more spots only reachable by water—Tintamare, Creole Rock, and La Samanna. Drinks are unlimited throughout. The charter handles navigation and timing, so you show up and the day unfolds without you arranging transport, entry, or logistics between stops.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the parts of St. Maarten that don't have road access and prefer not to navigate a rental boat yourself—the private charter and guide remove the logistics, leaving you to snorkel, spot iguanas, and drink without planning the route or timing between stops.
St Maarten: Private Catamaran Sailing & Snorkel CharterYou’ll sail St Maarten’s turquoise coast on a private catamaran with a local crew, stopping for snorkeling at Creole Rock and swimming at Tintamarre Island. Enjoy fresh Gouda and baguette early on, then a hot BBQ lunch cooked right onboard as you drift between hidden beaches and open sea. Expect laughter, salt air, and that feeling you only get when time slows down out on the water.
2 to 5 hours (4)
St Maarten catamaran sail with snorkeling at Little BayA five-hour catamaran sail from St Maarten that stops at Little Bay for a guided snorkel tour with all equipment, then sails past Maho Beach to watch planes land, and finishes with swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding in Simpson or Mullet Bay. Lunch, drinks and snacks are served throughout; the boat holds small groups and suits families with children from age one.Is it for me?Spend your afternoon snorkeling at Little Bay's sunken helicopter and calm waters, then sail past Maho Beach to watch planes land—a full day combining structured underwater exploration with coastal scenery most catamaran tours skip.
St Maarten: 3-Island Snorkeling & Turtle Tour with PowerboatYou board a fast powerboat and visit three islands — Tintamarre, Pinel, and either Creole Rock or Greenkey — in four hours. Snorkeling gear is included, and you spend time in the water with guides who actually know where the turtles and fish are. Lunch and drinks come with it. Small groups mean no waiting and no feeling like a number on a manifest.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel three different reefs and see turtles without spending the whole day on a big boat — the small group and fast powerboat are what make three islands fit into four hours.
St Martin: Creole Rock Snorkel Trip & French BaguetteYou’ll board a small boat in St Martin for a half-day trip to Creole Rock, where you’ll snorkel among colorful fish and maybe glimpse a rare frogfish. With snacks like fresh baguette and Dutch cheese plus cold drinks included, this relaxed outing is guided by locals who know every story behind these waters. It’s more than just snorkeling—it’s that feeling of floating away for an afternoon.
St Maarten Speed Boat Charter: Snorkel & Islands TourA private speed boat charter in St Maarten lets you customize a half-day or full-day route with a professional captain and included snorkel equipment. Choose between uninhabited islands (Pinel and Tintamarre), the St Martin nature reserve at Creole Rock, Simpson Bay's billionaire yachts, the hidden beach at Baie Longue, or Maho Beach to watch large planes land at close range. Water, soft drinks, beer, rosé wine and rum punch are onboard; snorkeling with sea turtles and tropical fish is possible at multiple stops.Is it for me?Book the half-day charter if you're a cruise ship passenger with limited time or want a shorter outing; the full-day option works for anyone who wants to hit multiple snorkeling spots and spend time at the islands without rushing back to port.
Half day and longer (16)
St Maarten: Snorkeling Turtles, Tintamarre & Pinel Island Day TripYou’ll swim alongside turtles at Tintamarre Island, snorkel vibrant reefs near Creole Rock, and unwind on Pinel Island’s soft sand. With a local guide leading the way, enjoy a real BBQ lunch in Grand Case (no sandwiches here), plus open bar drinks as you soak up island rhythms. It’s relaxed but full of those small moments that stick with you long after.
Anguilla Cruise: Snorkeling, Sandy Island & Shoal Bay LunchYou’ll board a small-group Anguilla cruise from Simpson Bay with a local guide, stopping at Sandy Island for snorkeling with turtles and colorful fish. Enjoy fresh sandwiches and fruit for lunch on Shoal Bay’s sand, unlimited drinks from an open bar, and plenty of time to relax or swim at Meads Bay before cruising back home.
Snorkeling in St. Maarten: Swim with Turtles & ReefsThis seven-hour snorkeling tour departs St. Maarten aboard a fast catamaran and visits four to five stops including Creole Rock (a vibrant reef in the Marine Reserve), Pinel Island with its calm waters and friendly iguanas, and Tintamarre Island where sea turtles swim. The boat carries snorkeling gear for all ages, paddle boards, and a floating lily pad; lunch and an open bar are served on board, and stops typically run 45 minutes to 1.5 hours each so you have real time in the water. The captain adjusts the route for weather and sea conditions, and if timing allows, the boat passes Maho Beach to watch jets land overhead.Is it for me?The seven-hour commitment leaves room for a full morning or afternoon elsewhere on the island, but not both—book this if you want a complete day on the water with multiple snorkeling stops and a meal included, rather than a quick half-day excursion or a separate lunch arrangement.
St. Maarten: Full-Day Catamaran Snorkel & Lunch CruiseYou board at Dock Maarten and spend the day on a catamaran with a maximum of 28 passengers, snorkeling at Tintamarre Island and Creole Rock in the French Nature Reserve. Lunch is barbecue-style onboard, the bar stays open all day, and snorkel gear and instruction come with the ticket. You're back at the dock by late afternoon with a champagne toast.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full-day catamaran experience with two solid snorkel stops, food and drinks handled, and no need to arrange your own boat or timing — the small group size and fixed itinerary are what make a complete island loop possible in one day.
St Maarten to Anguilla & Prickly Pear: Catamaran Snorkel, BBQ & Open BarYou’ll sail by catamaran from St Maarten to Anguilla and Prickly Pear Cays for snorkeling in clear blue water, then relax over an island-style BBQ lunch onboard with open bar drinks flowing all day. Expect laughter with your crew, Champagne at sunset, and those little moments you don’t plan for but remember anyway.
Sint Maarten: Catamaran Snorkeling & Sailing with Buffet LunchYou’ll sail Sint Maarten’s calm south coast by catamaran with a local crew, stopping at Little Bay and Mullet Bay for snorkeling or floating in warm water. Enjoy a Caribbean-style buffet lunch onboard and watch planes land over Maho Beach before sailing home salty-haired and sun-warmed.
Anguilla Catamaran: Swim with Turtles, Snorkel & BBQ LunchYou’ll board a catamaran in Anguilla and spend your day swimming with turtles at Little Bay, snorkeling coral reefs at Shoal Bay and Prickly Pear Cays, then relaxing over a fresh BBQ lunch with cocktails onboard. Paddle boards, noodles, snorkel gear—all included—plus stories from locals and plenty of sun-soaked moments you’ll remember long after you’ve rinsed off the salt.
Prickly Pear Catamaran: St Maarten Snorkel & LunchYou board at Simpson Bay Resort by 8:35am with your passport, sail 16 miles to Prickly Pear Island on a 65-foot catamaran, snorkel in turquoise shallows with reef fish, eat buffet lunch and drink from an open bar on deck, stop at Mead's Bay on the return, and arrive back in St Maarten by late afternoon with snorkel gear and all port fees already covered.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day on the water with snorkeling, food, and drinks all sorted — the fixed itinerary and all-inclusive pricing mean you're not managing stops, rental costs, or bar tabs once you're on deck.
St Maarten Catamaran Snorkeling: 6 Hours Sailing & BeachA 6-hour catamaran sail along St Maarten's leeward coast with two or more snorkeling stops, beach time and a barbecue lunch buffet. The boat leaves from Bobby's Marina with snorkeling instruction and gear provided, an open bar all day, and a crew that handles the sailing so you handle the swimming and eating. Weather may shift which beaches and snorkel sites you visit.Is it for me?Six hours is long enough to sail two snorkel sites and anchor for a beach swim while lunch cooks, but short enough to leave your afternoon free—ideal if you're docked in port or based nearby and want a full water day without eating the whole schedule.
St Maarten: Luxury Catamaran Day with Turtle Snorkeling & LunchYou board a 48-foot catamaran at 8:30am with breakfast and mimosas already served, then sail to four stops around St Maarten and Saint-Martin, including Tintamarre Island where you snorkel and swim with sea turtles. A four-course lunch and open bar are served on deck, snorkeling gear and paddle boards are included, and you're back by 5:30pm — no separate bookings, no hidden costs, no time spent arranging transport or meals.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day on the water with meals, drinks and snorkeling all handled — the catamaran's size and shade mean you're comfortable even in heat, and the crew's 15 years in the area means they know where the turtles are and how to time the stops so you're never rushed.
St Maarten Catamaran Cruise: Swim, Snorkel & Local LunchYou’ll sail along St Maarten’s coast on a relaxed catamaran day trip with stops for swimming at Simpson Bay and Maho Beach (yes, where planes roar overhead). Enjoy homemade barbecue lunch, fresh fruit salad, and unlimited drinks with a friendly crew who make you feel like part of the family. Expect laughter, local stories, and maybe even spot some tropical fish if you try snorkeling.
St Maarten Islands: Snorkeling & Speedboat Tour with LunchYou’ll jump between islands by speedboat from St Maarten, snorkel with sea turtles at Tintamarre Island, and relax over lunch on Pinel’s soft sand beaches. With a local guide leading your small group and drinks included onboard, expect laughter, new sights underwater, and those quiet moments only found out at sea.
St. Maarten: Trimaran Day Sail & Snorkeling with LunchYou board a trimaran at a dock in St. Maarten, ride out by dinghy, then spend five hours sailing the southwest coast with stops for snorkeling and lunch, or choose the two-hour sunset version for cocktails and calmer water. Everything—entry, food, drinks, snorkel gear—is included. Groups cap at 14, and the boat moves fast enough that you feel the sailing, not just the scenery.Is it for me?Book this if you want to actually sail—not float on a big boat—and prefer a small group where you're not a number. The dinghy ride to the boat is part of the experience, not a hassle; it's what keeps the boat nimble and the day genuine.
St Maarten snorkeling tour: Creole Rock & Tintamarre IslandsA six-hour boat charter in St Maarten takes you snorkeling at Creole Rock, Tintamarre Island and Pinel Island, with a professional captain and crew providing live commentary in English, Spanish, French, German and two other languages. The boat includes snorkeling equipment, life jackets, bottled water, soda, snacks and a French gourmet sandwich lunch; pickup and return to your cruise ship are guaranteed on time. A marine park fee payable in cash at check-in is separate.Is it for me?Choose this if you want three distinct snorkel sites plus beach time in one day—the boat departs from your ship and returns you before it leaves port, so you won't need to arrange your own way back.
St Maarten Snorkeling Tour: Speedboat to Creole RockA 7-hour speedboat snorkeling tour of St Maarten visits Creole Rock in Grand Case Bay, Tintamarre Island and Pinel Island with a live English-speaking guide, snorkeling equipment, unlimited drinks and floating devices. The tour operates as a small group and requires a minimum of six guests; it is not available to cruise ship passengers.Is it for me?Book this tour for a morning or afternoon when you want to snorkel three different marine reserves without arranging transport or timing yourself — the speedboat, the guide and the stops are all planned, so you move through the day without building it.
Snorkeling in Sint Maarten: Catamaran with lunch and open barA 6-hour snorkeling catamaran tour in Sint Maarten departs from Philipsburg and includes two or more reef stops with snorkeling instruction and gear, plus island-style barbecue lunch and an open bar throughout the day. The boat sails the calm Dutch side coast, with stops at Simpson Bay or Maho Beach depending on weather, and returns past the famous airport where planes land overhead. Weight limit is 125 kg (275 lbs); not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries.Is it for me?The crew speaks English and delivers instruction in a straightforward way, so snorkelers of any language background can follow along. If you've never snorkeled before or prefer to move at your own pace without a guide directing you underwater, this tour gives you the gear, the instruction and the reef access without the structure of a guided group.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 25 of the 26 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
St Maarten: Speed Boat Snorkeling Tour & Beach Lunch is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.93 out of 5 across 4,482 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 3 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
