Tours and Trips in Philipsburg

With round-trip transport from the Philipsburg pier, this tubing and ziplining day trip is a popular choice for visitors traveling on cruise ships. No previous experience is necessary: Guided instruction is included at the adventure course. The day's itinerary includes admission to an historic plantation museum that educates visitors on the island's legacy of slavery.

After your cruise ship docks in the early morning at St Maarten's port, embark on a guided tour of the island's attractions by land and sea. Follow your local guide to snorkel, swim and sightsee during this 4-hour excursion. Snorkel over a submerged shipwreck, then visit the legendary Maho Beach to watch the airplanes fly overhead. Light snacks, rum punch, snorkel equipment and round-trip transportation to the cruise port are included.

Visit some of St Maarten/St Martin's most famous attractions on this 6-hour tour! See the sights by water including Maho Beach, snorkeling at Creole Rock plus stop for lunch in Grand Case. Hotel transportation, local guide, lunch and drinks are included.

Once your cruise ship docks in St Maarten, sightsee, shop and spend time on the island's famous beaches. During this guided tour, explore a colorful local market to shop for souvenirs and taste some native pastries and cocktails. Visit Orient Beach for some fun in the sunshine and Maho Beach to watch jumbo jets fly close overhead and land at the nearby airport. Round-trip transportation from the cruise port is provided.

Discover the beauty of St Maarten's western coast aboard a self-drive inflatable boat - a unique alternative to the typical sightseeing tour. A knowledgable guide will accompany you on your journey from Philipsburg to Creole Rock on the island's French side. Once arriving, spend some time snorkeling in protected waters alongside sea turtles and schools of tropical fish, then get back behind the wheel to marvel at hidden bays and beaches.*Please note: in order to book multiple boats, you will need to make separate bookings

Imagine an island with untouched, white-sand beaches surrounded by vivid-blue waters whose underwater bounty would leave even the most experienced of snorkelers speechless. That island is St Barts. Spend a day exploring the tiny island at your own place with this experience, which includes round-trip ferry transfers and a free shuttle from select St Maarten locations to Pelican Marina (Tuesday to Friday only).

Three exciting experiences in one excursion. Consisting of two lifts the Sky Explorer brings you to the top of one of St. Maarten's highest peaks while the scenery unfolds below you. The Schooner Ride sends you surfing down the mountain in an inner tube. Fly high on the Sentry Hill Zip Line over the mountain ridge enjoying the stunning views then enjoy the sky Explorer back down.

Kayak and snorkel in St Maarten's Simpson Bay during a leisurely, 2.5-hour eco-adventure. This slow-paced excursion is a suitable option for beginner snorkelers and kayakers. Follow your adventure guide on 45 minutes of snorkeling and 40 minutes of kayaking, with plenty of breaks and instruction. Get a clear view of the island's underwater environment, including live coral and species such as parrot fish, trumpet fish and tang. Finish up with a refreshment at a beachside restaurant and a group discussion of the marine life you witnessed. Use of all equipment is included.

After your ship docks in St Maarten's cruise port, see the sights on both the French and Dutch sides of the island during this 4-5 hour tour led by a local guide. Enjoy beautiful views of the island and its shorelines at several lookout points, then pass through the legendary Maho Beach and Orient Beach. Spend some time walking and shopping in the town of Marigot, and enjoy a shopping stop in Philipsburg as well. Round-trip transportation from the cruise port is provided.

When your cruise ship docks in St Maarten, spend time on the legendary local shorelines of Orient Beach and Maho Beach. During this 5-hour shore excursion, spend 2 hours at Orient Beach where you can rent a lounge chair and sip on a tropical cocktail (own expense). Head over to Maho Beach to watch the jumbo jets fly overhead and land at the nearby airport for 2 hours. Round-trip transportation from the cruise port is included.

After your cruise ship docks in St Maarten's port, embark on a 3-hour sightseeing tour of both the French and Dutch sides of the island. With a local guide, explore the Dutch side's capital of Philipsburg, then cross the border to discover the charming Marigot, St Martin. Make photo stops at scenic viewpoints and stroll through the shop-lined streets of both towns. Learn about the history and culture of this divided island, sip a complimentary drink, and enjoy round-trip transportation from the cruise port.

Combine visits to Orient Beach and Maho Beach, with transportation in between, on this 5-hour tour in St Maarten. Spend two hours at each beach relaxing, watching the jet liners land, or participating in water activities (own expense).

Get to know the twin Dutch and French spirits of the island of St Maarten/St Martin during this 4-hour history tour from Philipsburg. Circumnavigate the island while learning about the natural history, geology, culture and traditions of this unusual place through your guide's engaging commentary. Stop by important landmarks and highlights that help paint the total picture of the island's past. Round-trip transportation from the cruise port is included.

Ride through picturesque St. Maarten while seeing the best the island has to offer on this 3.5-hour double decker bus tour from Philipsburg. See the tandem rule of France and Holland at play from atop the island's only open-air double decker bus and stop at numerous local tourist sites for a visit and a photo. Wander the beach at Orient Bay, marvel at the French architecture of Marigot and go plane-spotting on Maho Beach during this spectacular tour of the beautiful island. This family-friendly experience is the perfect way for first-time visitors to see the island and is great for travelers of every age.

Take in rare aerial views of St. Maarten and the surrounding landscape on a zip line course with convenient round-trip transport from the Philipsburg pier. In addition to guided instruction, the day's itinerary includes an admission ticket to an historic plantation museum that educates visitors on the island's legacy of slavery.

Explore St. Maarten with your own captain and crew on this 6-hour charter. Set your own schedule to visit the parts of the island that interest you the most. Drinks, food, and use of snorkel equipment provided.

Discover the vast waters off St Maarten on a certified scuba diving excursion. Set out on a short cruise from Philipsburg and plunge into the sea alongside experienced PADI guides, who will bring you to the area's best dive sites for the weather - taking into about your diving preferences and group members' various skill levels. Explore the colorful corals of Mike's Maze, peruse the remains of sunken sailboats and an old bridge, or marvel at eagle rays as they glide gracefully above you.

Visit the island's highest peak, take a nature walk and go snorkeling on this 4-hour nature tour from Philipsburg. With your expert nature guide, head to the top of Pic Paradis, the tallest peak on the island, for views of the landscape and the sea beyond. At a saltwater pond, get glimpses of local wildlife like lizards, birds and iguanas. Then dive in to a calm bay to explore the underwater world on a snorkeling adventure. Along the way, stop for coffee, tea and cake. Round-trip transportation from select hotels is included.

Explore St. Maarten without the hassle of planning on a private tour with convenient, round-trip transport from Philipsburg ports. In addition to navigating, your guide provides little-known facts and anecdotes about St. Maarten's history and culture. To ensure your comfort and a personal experience, the day's itinerary is customized to your interests, with stops ranging from a secluded beach to shopping in Marigot.

Explore the quaint towns, sunny beaches and local food of St Martin on this 4.5-hour shore excursion from Philipsburg. Get to know the French side (St-Martin) and the Dutch side (St Maarten) of the island with your local guide. Learn about the European cultural flavor and the divided colonial past of this small tropical island. This outing is covered by theworry-free shore excursion policy.