ATV riding in Sint Maarten: Maho Beach & Pic Paradis

You drive the route: beaches, hilltop views and a sinkhole on your own terms

A 6-hour ATV and buggy tour in Sint Maarten where you operate your own vehicle through Maho Beach, Cupecoy, Baie Rouge, and up to Pic Paradis, the island's highest point. You can request the guide to drive instead if you prefer. Pickup from the cruise terminal is included. Lunch is on your own.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sint Maarten ATV and Buggy Tour

• Start tour at Pointe Blanche warehouse
• Visit viewpoint on Cole Bay Hill
• Watch planes land at Maho Beach
• Explore Cupecoy and Baie Rouge beaches
• See David's Hole sinkhole
• Shop and eat in Marigot
• Drive off-road to Pic Paradis summit
• Lunch at local spot (not included)
• Relax at Anse Marcel beach
• Walk Moses Walk trail
• Return to warehouse

The experience

The tour starts at the warehouse in Pointe Blanche, five minutes from the cruise terminal where you get picked up. You'll ride your own ATV or buggy (the choice is yours at booking) with your group in a single vehicle, following the guide across the island. The first stop is Cole Bay Hill for a view of Simpson Bay, then across the causeway bridge to Maho Beach to watch planes land as they approach the runway.

From there the route moves through Cupecoy Beach, where caves and tide pools sit in the sand, then to Baie Rouge, one of the island's most upscale beaches, and David's Hole, an 80-foot sinkhole. You'll head into Marigot, the French side's capital, where there's time to shop or grab a pastry. The route then turns to off-road trails climbing to Pic Paradis, the highest point on Sint Maarten, with panoramic views across the water. After six hours of riding, you stop for lunch (your cost), then continue to Anse Marcel, one of the quieter beaches, before a walk on Moses Walk and the return to the warehouse.

The guide speaks English, Spanish or French depending on your booking. If operating the ATV or buggy yourself isn't what you want, you can request the guide drive while you ride as a passenger. The vehicles are maintained and designed to be straightforward to use, and the whole group stays together in one buggy throughout the day.

What’s included

• Your own ATV or buggy for the full route.
• pickup and return transport from the cruise terminal.
• a live guide in English, Spanish or French.
• stops at Maho Beach, Cupecoy, Baie Rouge, David's Hole, Marigot, Pic Paradis, Anse Marcel and Moses Walk.

Options for this experience

3 options

Single riderUp to 1 people · Guide in English, Spanish or French · 09:00ATV; pickup is included.

Double rider ATVUp to 2 people · Guide in English, Spanish or French · 09:00Tours generally start around 9 am. Later departures can be arranged with 24 hours' notice. Pickup is included.

Buggy TourUp to 6 people · Guide in English, Spanish or French · 09:00Tours begin at around 9 am. Later start times can be arranged with 24 hours' notice. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to1d before

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Splash in the Sun

Is this one for you?Choose the single-rider ATV if you want full control of the vehicle and the pace. Pick the double-rider buggy if you'd rather share the ride, or request the guide to drive so you can focus on the views and the stops without operating the equipment yourself.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I request the guide to drive the ATV or buggy instead of driving it myself?

Yes. When you book, you can request the guide to operate the vehicle while you ride as a passenger in your group's buggy.

What is Maho Beach and why is it a stop on this tour?

Maho Beach sits at the end of the runway where planes land, and the tour stops there to watch aircraft approach and touch down. It's one of the most distinctive stops on the island.

How long is the climb to Pic Paradis and what will I see there?

Pic Paradis is the highest point on Sint Maarten, reached by off-road trail as part of the tour route. The summit offers panoramic views across the island and the water.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Lunch is not included. The tour stops after six hours at a local restaurant, and you pay for your meal there.

How close is the warehouse to the cruise terminal, and will I have time to get back before my ship leaves?

The warehouse is five minutes from the cruise terminal, and pickup is included. The 6-hour tour is designed to fit cruise schedules, but confirm your ship's departure time when booking to ensure you have enough buffer.