St Maarten Sunset Cruise: Sail the Golden Coast with Prosecco
Relax on the nets while the sun dips toward the horizon and the crew pours prosecco.
A sunset cruise on St Maarten's Golden Coast aboard a 65-foot sail catamaran, passing Maho Beach and Mullet Bay on the ride out and back. You lounge on the nets at the bow with warm snacks and an open bar (prosecco, rum punch, wine and beer), while the crew watches the horizon for the green flash that sometimes appears as the sun sets. The trip runs two hours and suits all fitness levels.
Step-by-step itinerary
Sunset cruise along St Maarten coast
- Board 65-foot sail catamaran
- Relax on front nets with snacks
- Enjoy prosecco and open bar
- Sail past Maho Beach and Mullet Bay
- Turn around at Long Bay
- Watch for green flash at sunset
What’s included
- Open bar with prosecco, rum punch, wines, beers and soft drinks.
- warm snacks served on deck.
- live English-speaking guide.
Times
- Tuesday 17:15
Before you book
Operated by Aqua Mania Adventures
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The experience
You board at 4:30pm and leave your shoes in a basket at the gate. A small ritual that signals the shift from land to water. The 65-foot catamaran carries you down the Golden Coast, passing Maho Beach and Mullet Bay on the outbound leg, then turns around at Long Bay for the ride home. The nets strung across the bow are where you settle in, and that's where the crew brings the prosecco, rum punch, wine and beer, along with warm snacks. Two hours is enough time to watch the light change without the day feeling rushed.
The open bar runs the whole trip: prosecco, rum punch, wines, beers and soft drinks. The crew is there to pour and to point out what's worth watching. On clear evenings, the green flash sometimes appears right at the moment the sun touches the horizon, a trick of refraction that lasts only a second or two. You might catch it. You might not. Either way, you're watching from the water, not from a beach chair on shore.
Is this one for you?This is a shared cruise, so you're on the boat with other travelers, which keeps the price down and the energy social. If you want to watch the sunset without cooking or planning dinner, and you'd rather float on a net with a drink than stand on a crowded beach, this one fits the free afternoon perfectly.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 13 years); Infant (under 5): free.
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.
What's the green flash everyone talks about on St Maarten sunsets?
The green flash is a brief optical effect that sometimes appears at the exact moment the sun dips below the horizon, caused by light bending through the atmosphere. It lasts only a second or two and is easier to spot from the water than from land, which is why it's worth watching for on this cruise.
Do I need to be a strong swimmer or in great shape for this cruise?
No. The cruise is suitable for all physical fitness levels. You spend most of the time on deck lounging on the nets or sitting with a drink, not swimming or climbing.
What happens if the weather turns bad during the two hours?
The catamaran is built for open-water sailing and operates in typical St Maarten conditions. Check-in is at 4:30pm, so you'll know the weather forecast before you board. If conditions become unsafe, the crew will make the call, though departures rarely cancel.
Can I bring my own drinks or snacks on board?
The open bar and warm snacks are included, so you won't need to bring your own. Outside food and drink are not typically permitted, as the bar is part of what you've booked.
How far out to sea does the boat go?
The cruise sails down the coast past Maho Beach and Mullet Bay, then turns around at Long Bay for the return. You stay within sight of land the whole time, never far offshore.
St Maarten Sunset Cruise: Sail the Golden Coast with Prosecco
2h · EN
from US$ 65 per person
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