Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Paddle across the largest saltwater lagoon in the Antilles on a guided kayak expedition. Your tour begins at Kim Sha Beach in Simpson Bay. Upon arrival receive a kayaking lesson and safety orientation before setting off on your sit-on-top kayak. You will follow your guide at a leisurely pace across the largest saltwater lagoon in the Antilles and marvel at the magnificent mega yachts that make St. Maarten their winter base from November to April. During your paddle your guide will point out sights of interest, including the imaginary water border between the Dutch and French sides of the island. A brief stop gives you a chance to rest your muscles as well as learn about the island’s vibrant history and the lagoon’s complex ecosystem before paddling back to Kim Sha for a refreshing dip in the ocean and a well deserved complimentary beverage.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Kim Sha Beach
Upon arrival you will receive a kayaking lesson and safety orientation on the beach before setting off on your sit-on-top kayak.
St Martin / St Maarten
You will follow your guide at a leisurely pace across the largest saltwater lagoon in the Antilles and marvel at the magnificent mega yachts that make St. Maarten their winter base from November to April. During your paddle your guide will point out sights of interest, including the imaginary water border between the Dutch and French sides of the island. A brief stop gives you a chance to rest your muscles as well as learn about the island’s vibrant history and the lagoon’s complex ecosystem before paddling back to Kim Sha for a refreshing dip in the ocean and a well deserved complimentary beverage.
Options
Kayak Lagoon Tour
What‘s Included
Complimentary beverage (beer, rum punch, fruit punch, soda, water)
Kayak, paddle, and life jacket
Guide
Gratuities
Snacks
Transport to or from the attraction
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
88 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful Views and Chill Fish
stephaniejZ4387FE,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a kayak and snorkel tour through Royal Carribbean. KC and Thea were our guides and we had a blast. We def recommend!
Excellent
Scott H,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Enjoyable trip. Excellent hosts
Great paddling experience; highly recommended.
ThinkingEar,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time paddling with Elroy and Tri-Sport Eco Tours. Elroy is a great guide -- friendly, professional, and full of great island lore. We have some paddling experience, but if you're a novice, fear not -- his safety instructions at the start of the trip were comprehensive and very helpful. The mangrove forest where you end up before paddling back is a nice change from the typical hyper-commercialized SXM environment. We even got to see some sea slugs, which are apparently quite rare and hard to spot. There was only one other couple in the group on the morning we went, so it was nice and intimate, and easy to keep the group together while on the water. Highly recommended.
A wonderful experience
848gretchend,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family and I had an amazing time with Casey and Elroy. They are very knowledgeable about the wild life and just fun to be around. We will highly recommend this experience.
Great choice
Culture66761119353,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time with Elroy. His entire crew made the experience one to remember. His team made sure we got back to our ship on time 😁😁😁 thank you for making me feel right at home.
Family of 4 Kayak Eco tour
supertrapp120,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Elroy as our guide this morning for the 9am 2+ hour eco tour. My oldest and me have done 2 eco tours before, my wife and youngest has done 1 other eco tour back in the USA. Both tours were also 2+ hours long and this one did not disappoint. Everyone had a blast and enjoy learning so much of the marine life in Sint Maarten. We paddled out to a shallow spot where Elroy found a lot of different sea life and let the kids, my wife and myself get to see them up close and personal. Once the kids saw him find a couple of the creatures it became a game/challenge for them to see what they could find and point out to him. This was nice rest and very exciting after exploring we heading back. All 4 of us had a blast and would recommend this experience for everyone willing to do a little paddling. Thanks Elroy for an amazing experience and memories for my entire family for a life time.
Great Experience and Knowledgeable !!
Go736336,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A big shout out and Thank you to our Guides/Instructors. I have never Kayaked before, however my daughter had. We were divorced before our paddles hit the water!! It was hard work for a first timer, however we did get a little piggyback from Tyrone at one point as we were lagging behind!!. Crossing the lagoon was an experience in its self!! All sorts of water crafts coming from different angles which rocked the kayak but we managed to stay in it !! Hearing, seeing, touching and learning about the marine life was fascinating. The only downside was being given the WRONG TIME of transport leaving for the trip. We arrived 20 mins earlier to the RVP (08.40 hrs) and told the coach had left with only two passengers. (The time given when booking this was 09.00 hrs )The next bus leaves at 11.00 hrs. We arrived again at 10.30 hrs, but there was a problem and the bus never left until gone midday!! This didn't give us much opportunity to visit the beach after the Kayak experience.
Great experience!
maspak1059,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful experience with Elroy and Casey! They were fun, informative and let us kayaking at our own pace. The lagoon was beautiful and we enjoyed Elroy showing us live specimens from the area. My husband and I love to kayak but dont get to do it as often as we like so when we cruise each year, we try to do a kayaking excursion. This one wqs one of the best. Highly recommend Trisport in St Maarten! Elroy and Casey were the best!
Sint Maartin tour
842jonr,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great snorkeling and kayak tour. Casey was an excellent guide.
Best adventure this year
489noal,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was an amazing snorkel tour we kayak to a next beach and snorkel saw eagle ray, turtles and lots of fishes Casey our tour guide do an amazing job with us felt safe and was super fun. I definitely will be doing it again
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