Category: Caribbean

GOLDEN EAGLE CATAMARAN

Enjoy snacks and an open bar while sailing in the waters of St. Maarten. Sail aboard the Golden Eagle! The first stop will be for snorkelling, after a safety briefing, jump in the water and see the tropical marine life. Next, Golden Eagle will anchor off the golden sand beach, explore the island, and look for shells in the waters. The crew will provide you with flotation and snorkel equipment. Enjoy sandwiches and a glass of champagne, with onboard music, sailing back in the waters of St. Maarten. Guests must be at least 4 years old to participate.

Please note: Minimum age requirement is 4 years old. An alternate venue may be visited depending on sea conditions at the time. All participating guests will be required to sign a waiver which may only be available in English. Guests will be required to swim to reach the beach.

Sightings of marine wildlife are common but cannot be not guaranteed. At the beach, the catamaran may anchor offshore. In this case, guests may be required to swim to reach the sand

EXPLORER CRUISE & ISLAND TOUR

This tour offers a combination of a party cruise on the lagoon with an open bar and DJ as well as a narrated island drive. Depart the cruise ship pier passing the Great Salt Pond on a guided tour of the island. See historic landmarks along the way and learn about the history of St. Maarten. Enjoy approximately 45 minutes of free time in Marigot to explore the local shops and cafes or stroll along the waterfront and shop at the open-air market. From Marigot, you will drive to Simpson Bay to board the double-decker catamaran, the Explorer Boat.

Cruise Simpson Bay Lagoon passing the luxury villa’s and mega yachts which visit the many marinas situated in the waters of the lagoon. With music and drinks, you will cruise past Port de Plaissance to Simpson Bay Marina docking at the Explorer private dock where the coaches wait for the short return drive with views of the cruise ships and Philipsburg. Guests must be at least 4 years old to participate.

Please note: Guests must be at least 4 years old to participate. This tour may operate in reverse order depending on time. All participating guests will be required to sign a waiver which may only be available in English

“AMERICA’S CUP” 12 MT REGATTA

Sign up this week to experience this sailing adventure. Feel the exhilaration of the real America’s Cup regatta racing aboard the famous Stars & Stripes or contenders Canada II or True North IV as you compete in an actual race around a shortened America’s Cup course. The crew will show you what to do in your “crew members” position.

Then it’s off to the racecourse…grind a winch…trim a sail…punch a stopwatch, or just sit back, and relax. For this adventure, previous sailing experience is NOT necessary! After the race enjoy the complimentary victory rum punch party, while you browse through the souvenir boutique. Guests must be at least 9 years old to participate.

Please note: The minimum age to participate is 9 years old. A waiver is required for participation. As these boats are pure race boats, they have no toilet facilities aboard. All guests should be asked to wear comfortable, closed toe shoes.

T-shirts and shorts over a swimsuit are ideal. There is ample storage space below for beach bags, etc. and a small plastic bag to prevent a camera being splashed is a good idea. The race is only performed if there are sufficient guests to participate. If there aren’t enough guests to facilitate the race, then guests will have the option to cancel the tour or enjoy a leisurely sail instead

PANORAMIC TOUR OF ST. MAARTEN AND BEACH

During this tour, you’ll drive from today’s modern Dutch capital of Philipsburg passing the Great Salt Pond, which served to make the island “worth its salt” attracting the French. On the way to the French side, you’ll pass the Border Monument. Between 1648 and 1816, this border changed 16 times. The tour will travel through the seaside town of Grand Case, known for its architecture and exquisite restaurants then will pass through the bustling small capital of French Saint-Martin (Marigot). Then, you will arrive at one of the island’s beaches for some free time. All too soon it’s time for the drive back to be dropped off at the pier. Guests must be at least 5 years old to participate.
Please note: Bring a towel, sunscreen and sunglasses. The order of the tour may be reversed depending upon local conditions.

Traffic can be heavy at times. All beaches are public so please do not leave your personal belongings unattended. There are no lifeguards, so swim at your own risk. Chairs, umbrellas etc. are not included but may be available for rent from local vendors. Remember where the bus drops you off as this is where you will pick up the return. Clothing optional sunbathing may be observed throughout beaches in St. Maarten.

Guests must be at least 5 years old to participate. Presence of seaweed could cause limited visibility and be present in the water or beach. Seaweed is not harmful but may cause light itching on sensitive skin

POWER RAFTING ADVENTURE, SNORKEL & BEACH

Board a high-speed power rafting boat for foam-flying adventures around the coast of St. Maarten into Simpson Bay Lagoon. Next, snorkel a coral reef loaded with fish and marine creatures. You will pass the French capital of Marigot and see the historic Fort Louis atop the hillside. Then head to one of St. Maarten’s beaches where you can relax or take a dip in the ocean. Guests must be at least 4 years old to participate.

Please note: All snorkel gear included – mask, snorkel, buoyancy vest and fins. All participating guests will be required to sign a waiver which may only be available in English. Guests must be at least 4 years old to participate.

All guests will be required to wear a lifejacket. Sightings of marine wildlife are common but cannot be not guaranteed. . At the beach, the catamaran may anchor offshore. In this case, guests may be required to swim to reach the sand

HISTORICAL PHILIPSBURG BY BICYCLE

Your guide will meet you at the entrance to the cruise ship terminal and give you a short lesson on the operation of your Trek bicycle. You will start riding along the Point Blanche Road in the capital, Philipsburg, where you will have views of the famous island of St. Barths. Your first historical stop will be The Old Courthouse, situated in the heart of Philipsburg. From there you will head to the Freedom Fighter’s Monument, Carnival Village, and the Great Salt Pond, where your guide will talk about the island’s important salt trade.

You will then cycle back to the town centre and continue along the Boardwalk until you come to the Walter Plantz Plaza, where you can enjoy a drink, take a dip in the waters of the Great Bay and take a fresh-water shower before heading back to your ship. Guests must be at least 11 years old to participate.
Please note: Please bring, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a towel if you plan to swim. Guests must be at least 11 years of age and 153 cm/5 ft. in height to take part. Guests must wear closed-toed sports shoes to take part in the tour. This tour requires some physical energy.

Please consult a physician if you have any concerns about your health before taking part. Parts of this tour also require cycling alongside traffic