About 3  hours

Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy some relaxing time at typical Caribbean beach. Enjoy a short but scenic drive from the Dutch Capitol of Phillipsburg through the St Maarten countryside passing through the local villages. You’ll arrive at a typical Caribbean beach where you’ll be shown the facilities and offered a welcome drink before going down to the beach.  You may like to relax on your beach chair on the beautiful white sand, soak up the sun and swim in the clear waters of the ocean.  At the scheduled time the transportation will return you to the ship. Enjoy a delightful day on the beach!

About 5 hours

After a short, scenic drive from the harbor the group will be welcomed at Lucky Stables, given the safety briefing, issued with the compulsory riding helmets and assigned to a horse comparable to each person’s comfort and level of experience.

For the next hour and a quarter discover and enjoy the protected nature areas, and the flora and fauna while riding on the winding trails leading to a magnificent lookout point overlooking the ships in the harbor. The highlight of the tour is then riding the horses on the shores and in the water at Cay Bay Beach. Free time to relax and swim.  Please note that life vests will be issued for the beach riding portion of the tour and that you will definitely get wet so please dress appropriately. Children under 12 years are not permitted on this tour and there is also a weight limit of 250 lbs. All participants will be required to sign a release form. There are inherent risks involved in horseback riding and participants should be aware of this before deciding to participate. Bottled water is supplied to each guest and long pants with sensible shoes are recommended.

About 2 ½ hours

Leaving the pier you will be whisked away into the serenity of this beautiful Caribbean island with so much European influence. Passing through the Dutch capitol of Philipsburg you will drive past the famous salt ponds, through the picturesque countryside for your first stop at Cole Bay hill offering a wonderful view of the marinas and the neighbouring islands.

You will continue through the typical Caribbean villages and before you know it you will have arrived in the French colonial capitol of Marigot and your guide will prepare you for a one and a half hour stop where you can browse and stroll amid the quaint boutiques and outdoor markets. Leaving Marigot the tour proceeds to Grand Case known as the “gourmet capitol” of the Caribbean and then you will drive by the ever-popular Orient Beach well known for its clothing optional policy in some areas. A short stop will be made at the Cole Bay lookout with a spectacular view of Simpson Bay. You continue driving through the St Maarteen countryside and townships before stopping at the Village Plantation. Here you will enjoy a coffee accompanied by a croissant.

About 5 hours

It does not matter whether you’re a two-wheeled novice or a seasoned road veteran, we can offer you the ride of your life that will combine the pure American look that began when the original founders were cruising the streets of Milwaukee with the wild nature of this Caribbean island.After departing the harbor by bus you will enjoy the scenic drive through Phillipsburg the Dutch Capitol, over the Cole Bay Hill to the “Harley Davidson World” shop, where you will make the difficult selection between the legendary “Fat Boy” bike and the classic “Heritage”.

After brief formalities and helmets are issued you will follow your guide on a scenic tour past the Simpson Bay Marina, home to many luxurious mega yachts, through Maho and Mullet Bay and the lowlands famous for its appeal to many visiting celebrities. 

After the convoy arrives in Marigot, the French capitol, you will have the opportunity to see and visit Ft. Louis, then enjoy a light lunch and a little time to browse the shops and markets before continuing the ride across the north coast of the island through the restaurant capitol, Grand Case and then time for a quick dip at a popular beach at Orient Bay well known for their clothing optional policy in some areas.

After this refreshing break the group will drive by Mount William Hill which offers a panoramic view of Phillipsburg, through the countryside and back to the kick-off point where the buses will be waiting to take you back to the ship.

Notes: A light lunch, two bottles of water and one soft drink are included on this tour. There will be a guide in front and an escort jeep in the back. Make sure to bring your credit card and current motorcycle license to complete the rental contract. The tour price is per bike and includes CDW insurance with a $1000.00 deductible. The deductible is fully or partially charged to the driver’s credit card in the event the motorcycle is returned damaged.

About 5 hours

Here’s a chance to savor St Maartens’ wonderful aquatic life in combination with time at one of its beautiful beaches. Depending upon your sailing departure you can either head to the beach in the morning, then take the snorkeling catamaran or go snorkeling and then hit the beach. Experience the beautifully appointed snorkeling and sailing catamaran. Sit back, relax and enjoy Caribbean music as you delight in the short but scenic cruise along the coastline. On arrival at a special anchorage certified instructors will give a safety briefing and an informative orientation explaining the use of the snorkel equipment then you will have approx one hour to discover the beautiful reefs, colourful coral and marine life or simply swim, sunbathe or relax on deck listening to the island music. On the return trip, rum or fruit punch and soft drinks will be served as you enjoy the balmy breezes in either the sun or shade. Back on shore you can now take the bus to one of St Maartens’ beautiful beaches. Here, spend your time enjoying the sun, sand and sea. You can eat ribs and unlimited rum or fruit punch.

Then hop on the bus and return to the Village Plantation. Here you have a farewell drink and use the rest rooms. When you are ready, take one of the transfer buses back to the pier at you leisure.

NOTE: Don’t forget to bring a towel, cover up, sun screen and hat.Children must be accompanied by an adult. Catamaran entry into the water is directly from the craft.

About 3 ½ hours

Are you ready for something different, something more exciting than the same old island tour you’ve experienced before?  Even if this is your second or third visit to beautiful St. Maarten, we’re willing to bet you’ve never seen the island from our side of the bus! We’re inviting you and your friends to experience this dual personality paradise, highlighted by a leisurely and refreshing swim at a beautiful Caribbean beach.

After a short walk from the ship, you will leave your stress and worries at the curb as you are welcomed like old friends aboard St Maarten’s unique and only open – air, fun bus by your Hostess and Bar Tender, Debbie Perky, and your Driver/DJ/Tour Guide, our knowledgeable and fearless leader, Rasta Mac. After a short safety demonstration you’re on your way and will probably be met by the envious stares of other tourists as you sit back, relax, and enjoy the hot music and cool party atmosphere as we drive through the Dutch Capitol, over the scenic Cole Bay Hill, through the sleepy Caribbean villages into the French Capitol, Marigot for a 30 minute stop. Take advantage of its cosmopolitan appeal and local boutiques before re-boarding the Choo Choo! With the rich scent of French perfume and European leathers from Marigot trailing behind, we continue our magical madness tour and cruise along the north-east coast to a specially selected white sand beach for a quick dip in the refreshing Caribbean waters. At the scheduled time your waiting wacky wagon will depart and then sneak you across the “border” back to the Dutch side as you rock and roll, roll and rock in comfort (with refreshments of course) through Mullet Bay; the trendy Maho district and Simpson Bay - home to many casinos, bars and night clubs, where an appetizing snack will be served as you go     homeward bound via a different route as scenic and as beautiful as any you have traveled today.

Be forewarned: unless you make a real effort, the grin on your face might have to be surgically removed. A fantastic day! Don’t miss the bus!

Tour can only be booked onboard.

About 3 ½ hours

Sail aboard the Golden Eagle to a Real Deserted Island. Explore the island, look for shells or snorkel in crystal clear waters. Golden Eagle will nuzzle her bow into a fabulous golden sand beach. Our friendly crew will provide you with flotation and snorkeling equipment, together with any help you may need.

Go First Class, enjoy a very open bar while sailing in the sparkling waters offshore. An unforgettable experience while our crew pampers you, as you laze in the shade of Eagle’s hand painted sails. The Original, 76’ x 34’ beam custom designed million dollar catamaran. U.S. Coast Guard supervised to S.O.L.A.S. world-wide safety standards. Wide spacious decks for stability and comfort. Golden Eagle has an 80’ tall mast that was built for the “Whitbread Round The World Race”. The 24’ hand-painted eagle on her main sail took two men three weeks to paint. Homeward bound, we cruise/surf downwind listening to great music, while enjoying cocktails and snacks from our complimentary bar.

About 4 hours

This is the only tour offering a great party cruise on the lagoon with open bar, great music as well as shopping time in Marigot. Also includes a scenic Grand Island tour aboard air-conditioned luxury coaches with knowled-geable guides describing the history and sights of the two cultures of the island.

This complete tour departs from the cruise ship pier where the guides will meet and escort you to the nearby coaches for the drive to Marigot via a view stop at Orient beach lookout.

You join the Explorer double decked party boat which waits while you spend time browsing in Marigot, or just relaxing sipping a ice cold drink enjoying the views of Marina Royale.

From the Marina we cruise the Simpson bay lagoon passing the luxury villa’s and mega yachts which visit the many marina’s situated in the calm waters of the lagoon.

With music and great drinks we cruise past Port de Plasaince 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 Phillipsburg.

About 4 hours 

The St. Maarten “America’s Cup” 12 Metre Regatta offers you an opportunity of a lifetime to experience the sport of racing aboard multi-million dollar “America’s Cup” Race boats in the warm blue waters of the Caribbean, combining excitement, the thrill of competition, and a little touch of history. Prior to boarding the yachts, you will be divided into teams, are given a brief introduction to the event and are then tendered out to the yachts. You will “compete” in an actual simulated race around an “America’s Cup” course (shortened), and under the watchful eyes of the experienced crew, are invited to participate in the thrill of sailing these fabulous “greyhounds of the sea”.  Each guest is offered a small task and is given instruction by the crewmembers: what commands to expect, and what to do.  Then it’s practice time on the way down to the start.  The team’s timekeeper (another guest) counts down the minutes and seconds to the start.  At the red flag from the committee boat, they’re off.

GUESTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Every effort is made to accommodate “Guests with special needs”.  However the nature of the St. Maarten “America’s Cup” 12 Metre Regatta is very participatory and the motion of the boats may cause problems for some.  We therefore request that a guest with special needs be accompanied by a companion who has the capability of assisting the guest onto and off the boats.  If the companion feels at the point of departure that the experience will prove to be too much for the guest, we will be happy to offer a refund for both tickets returned.

AGE CONSIDERATIONS.

The minimum age is twelve years old: however, there are some young people, typically in a sailing family who have considerable sailing experience; are well aware of the potential hazards of sailing and have been trained to perform accordingly.  In these cases, if the young person is accompanied by their parent, at the discretion of the shore excursion manager, we will be pleased to accept young people to a minimum age of seven.

FACILITIES

As these boats are pure race boats, they have no toilet facilities aboard.  Guests should be made aware of this so that they can make prior arrangements.

WHAT TO BRING

All guests should be asked to wear soft-soled running 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.

About 4 hours

You will enjoy the charm and scenery of this dual personality island which has been flying the flags of both Holland and France since 1648. From Phillipsburg, the Dutch capitol past the Great Salt Pond, through the countryside. you passed the Border Monument indicating arrival at the French side, into the district of Orleans, the former French Capitol then continues through several quaint towns and fishing villages, including Grand Case known for its lovely beaches and exquisite restaurants then across the north side of the island for a short stop at Marigot, the French capital, where you will observe a truly European atmosphere as you browse its waterside open-air markets, quaint shops, boutiques and sidewalk cafés. After your brief sojourn in Marigot you will continue to a typical local beach where you will have approximately 1.5 hrs to enjoy the sun and surf or take a stress-busting walk along the beach.

On the return trip you will enjoy a view of Simpson Bay as you drive over the Cole Bay Hill and then enjoy a stop at The Village. Here you can use the restrooms and enjoy refreshment or browse around. Take one of the transfer buses back to the pier.

Note:  The order of the tour may be reversed depending upon local traffic conditions. Wear your swimsuits under your clothes and bring a towel, sunscreen and sun glasses.