Amazing Plane Spotting at Maho Beach
Overview
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4 hours
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Turn up your Caribbean vacation at the most famous beach on St Maarten - Maho Beach. This attraction is unmatched as low-flying jet planes literally are a few feet above beachgoers—a thrill worth experiencing.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Walk with a change of clothing, sunscreen, towel.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Maho Beach
Maho Beach is located on the Dutch side of St. Maarten. It is famous for being adjacent to the Princess Juliana International Airport making it at attraction to visitors and locals alike and for plane-watchers enthusiast.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Guava-berry rum punch
Driver/guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Amazing Plane Spotting at Maho Beach
Reviews
63 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing
Teresa J,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip to Maho beach was just amazing. Our driver Denzel was great and hus knowledge of the island was second to non. He was kind and considerate and explained everything. I would highly recommend this company.
Very nice experience must...
Tina G,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice experience must see for tourists! Busy and crowded beach go early if you want a good spot . Famous for its unique location at the end of princess Juliana international airport runway . Where planes fly extremely low overhead.
Started off good and then...
Tiffany W,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Started off good and then our driver never came back to pick us up. We needed to be back to the cruise port to leave by 430 and we informed him previously. Apparently there was an accident which is understandable but every other service was there and left within due time. We ended up needing to take a taxi back to the port with other families on our cruise and just made it with 10 minutes to spare. And had to pay for it too. Terrible experience. I don’t know what we would have done if we missed the departure.
Best Plane Spotting. Ever!
Laura M,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Maho Beach has a VERY narrow strip of sand. This isn't the right beach for sunbathers, but is excellent for plane spotters like myself. I don't know what I enjoyed more, watching the planes or watching the unsuspecting people get toppled by the incredibly strong waves.
Plane departure rush
silvapedroj,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amigo Tours gave us a wonderful experience. Denzel was a great tour guide. A real St Maarten enthusiastic that transmitted the love he has for that marvelous island. Kids had a blast at Maho Beach with the arriving and departing of planes nearby. Really glad we booked this tour.
Overrated & OVERPRICED
PKB47803,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Booked this excursion through Royal Caribbean. “Excursion”consisted of a bus ride to the beach and back. At $75/person, it was $150. A cab ride from the port to the same place is $9/person. The beac is about 20 feet wide and was packed. So many rocks that you might twist an ankle getting down there. A definite tourist trap. It’s kind of neat when a plane flies over, but after one time, it’s pretty much done. If you’re going to go, just get a cab and save some $$
The tour ran on time with...
CJames V,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour ran on time with convenient drop off and pick up locations. The drivers were pleasant and knowledgeable of the area
Greta Excursion
Shawn K,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The experience was great to have the planes land over you on the beach. I would definitely recommend and also do again myself.
William was an excellent guide & full of interesting facts about the island. Would definitely book again with them.
FrequentFlier577839,Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00William was an excellent guide & full of interesting facts about the island. Highly recommend & would book with them again.
Best time ever in St Maarten
Gbaezpr,Apr 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time!! Our Driver Rafael was awesome. He took time to explain everything and made all fun. The beach was clear and not that much waves. Thanks Rafa for taking there on that beautiful day
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