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5 hours
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Come aboard the sailing catamaran "The Phoenix" and leave everything behind. Sail through the stunning sights of St. Maarten, indulge in drinks and fine food - we offer fruits and cake for breakfast and freshly cooked lunch. Enjoy our complimentary water gear amidst breathtaking beaches and the warm Caribbean Sea. The pinnacle of luxury, this tour is the perfect island experience. We will sail to Mullet Beach or Simpson Bay & watch planes taking off & landing close to Maho Beach. Swim and/or Snorkel or relax on the sundeck and enjoy a beautiful and relaxing luxury day sail on "The Phoenix".
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Little Bay
We will pick you up at Bobby's Marina at the wooden gazebo in front of Aziana's restaurant. After a short safety briefing, we will cast off along the beautiful shoreline of Sint Maarten. Get comfortable on board, and find your own private spot. Our first stop will be at Little Bay. This small pretty beach is well protected by the outcrop of Fort Amsterdam right on the edge of Philipsburg. There you can enjoy a one hour guided snorkel tour with plenty of sea life, a sunken helicopter and submarine. This is the perfect spot to explore the tropical underwater world. For our snorkelling enthusiasts, Little Bay offers one of the rare beach snorkel locations, as the waters here are generally calm due to its 'cove like' nature and also the installation of solid rocky beach breaks. This makes it an ideal spot for children and beginners, and you can also use our selection of water equipment thus there is plenty to do for all of our guests.
Maho Beach
We will slowly sail by at Maho Beach, located across the Princess Juliana International Airport runway, where we will watch planes take off and land - depending on plane schedules. We cannot stop there but will try to catch a plane above our mast. An absolutely astonishing view to enjoy while having a cold beverage or socializing at the inside bar. Have yourself a drink (cocktails, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages), and allow our hostesses to spoil you. After watching the planes, we will cast off to our next stop, Mullet Bay.
Guided snorkel tour - all equipment included
Soda/Pop
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Lunch
2 Stand Up Paddle Boards and a 18ft lily water mat
Restroom on board
Gratuities
997 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Todd J,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
The crew and itinerary were amazing. We came with my 81 year old father in law. He attempted to snorkel but was struggling they came and grabbed him and took him back. They were so gracious and checked on him often. Would come back again. Take this cruise.
216douglass,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
The crew was fantastic- friendly, engaging, helpful, and pleasant. Great group of people. Food was good for that type of event.
Merilee C,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
A well organized and wonderful day on the water! The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was very good!
Melissa K,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
The crew members were outstanding and looked out for our safety. The food and drinks were top quality. We really enjoyed the snorkeling and sitting below the planes. It is a must do
Melyssa B,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
I had a great experience on the Phoenix catamaran in Saint Martin! The captain, co-host, and entire crew were extremely kind and welcoming. Their hospitality was top-tier, and the customer service was truly A1. They were also very informative and placed a strong emphasis on safety, which made the experience feel comfortable and well-organized. The open bar was definitely a highlight drinks were flowing, and the overall vibe was fun and relaxing. They also served fresh cooked food on the ride. The only thing missing for me was the music. I really wish they had played more island music to match the setting. It would have taken the experience to a whole other level—we were ready to dance and fully enjoy the vibe, but the music just didn’t hit the way it could have. Overall, it was still a great experience, and I would definitely recommend it!
Anna R,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
You are not sailing, you are motoring on a sailboat. That was our biggest disappointment and probably other reviews say this and I just didn’t do my research enough. We actually own smaller sailboats and wanted to sail. This did not happen. Everything else, the food, the swimming, the views were great. But this should not be advertised as a sail on a catamaran because it’s not that.
gjflash2001,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our trip started promptly at 10 am from Bobby’s Marina in Pburg. After an orientation from captain Bengi we “sailed” to little bay for an hour of swimming and snorkeling. On the way we were served fresh fruit, cookies and potato chips. We enjoyed delicious rum punch, beer and mixed drinks served by Amelia, Tony and Raffi. At noon, the first of half of the tour group enjoyed chicken, rice and salad. Then we sailed over to Maho Bay to watch planes land and take off. The second half of the group had their lunch while everyone else swam, snorkeled and partied. Our grandchildren (5 and 3) enjoyed every minute and were well watched by everyone. It was a great group of people who enjoyed talking, drinking and singing together.


Michelle S,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
This experience was amazing. The crew was so professional very informative and fun. They cater to our every need. The food was fantastic. The drinks were fantastic and it was just the right amount of time on the boat. Highly recommend this experience for your whole family!
LeonMassmann,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Everything from start to finish was very professional & planned out well. The 2 stops that we had to get off the boat were great. The onboard prepared food & drinks were excellent. Highly recommend.
157lovetotravel,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We sailed with our family of 4 the beginning of March when our cruise ship was docked in St. Maarten. It was an easy walk from the cruise port to the marina and we had no trouble finding the meeting location from the directions sent. We waited a bit for all to arrive and then we boarded the boat. It was a windy day so some modifications were made to stopping locations, but the crew made sure we were in a safe area. Due to winds it was a rocky ride. Luckily our family was fine, but others not so much. The crew was great at taking care of those who were feeling ill. We had a wonderful relaxing day. Great music, great crew, and great food and drinks. Be sure to reapply the sunscreen or you will be pretty red at the end of the day. The trip was as advertised and the crew totally made the experience. Such great hosts! We would definitely recommend this tour.




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