Two Islands, Twice the Fun
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Escape the tourist crowds and discover the authentic charm of St. Martin with our "Two Islands, Twice the Fun" tour. We seamlessly blend the best of Dutch Sint Maarten and French Saint-Martin, taking you beyond the usual sights to uncover hidden local spots and savor exquisite cuisine favored by islanders. Immerse yourself in two distinct cultures and breathtaking scenery for an unforgettable adventure that reveals the true essence of our beautiful island.
Tour is 4 to 6 hours long and covers both the Dutch and French sides of St Maarten
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We do not pick guests up from the French side of the island
No space for wheelchairs, scooters or stroller.
No kids under 8
Not able to accommodate wheelchairs, strollers or walkers
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Philipsburg
On your way back to the port or hotel, you can choose to end your tour in Philipsburg, the shopping capital of the Caribbean. This duty-free town is the capital of Dutch St. Maarten and features Front Street and Back Street, which are lined with shops. To the south, you'll find Great Bay Beach and the Boardwalk, which is home to a variety of restaurants serving local cuisine and lively bars. Philipsburg is just 20 mins walk away from from the cruise port, and guests can easily walk or take a water taxi back.
Great Bay Beach
Looking down on Great Bay Beach, the view is pure postcard perfection. The arc of golden sand is a striking contrast to the deep blue of the water, which seems to shimmer with a hundred different shades of turquoise
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Gratuities
Beach Chairs
Meals
French side Pick-ups
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
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Fast track Pickup included
Two Islands, Twice the Fun
Full day Tour : This tour gives you a full introduction to both the Dutch and French sides of the Island. Its 5 to 6 hours tour. Duration: 6 hours: Port Pickups will be at 9.30am sharp. Hotel pickups will start at 8.15am. Pickup included
Reviews
531 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Loved it!
Myriam N,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I’m very happy to have booked this tour. It was very interesting and fun. The guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. I learned some very interesting facts about this beautiful island.
Loved it!
489myriamn,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I’m very happy to have booked this tour. It was very interesting and fun. The guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. I learned some very interesting facts about this beautiful island.
Informative and enjoyable tour.
Laurie J,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour of the island included history, local market and beach stops. Raj was a very knowledgeable and accommodating guide. Great day!
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Thomas A,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The experience was great and the guide (Raj) was excellent until began other Caribbean Islands down. I understand he has pride of his Island, but his personal opinion should not have given. He was very knowledgeable on the history on both side of the Island.
Great tour. Raj is so...
CynthiaM A,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour. Raj is so knowledgeable and made sure was saw all the highlights. We learned so much about the island and had such a good time. Highly recommend.
Raj was very...
Luis R,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Raj was very knowledgeable and just an awesome tour guide. Bus was nice and clean with great air conditioning. You will see some of the most beautiful sights.
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Elaine A,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We toured the Dutch and French areas of St. Maarten. Raj was on time and communicated when he arrived since we were at a resort that was connected to it's other sister resort and would have only one spot for pick ups (which we found out when meeting Raj). He was very knowledgeable and gave some history along with the gorgeous views. He drove the van and was very safe. You'll see there are many motor scooters on the road and he was very cautious. We hung out by a beautiful, great beach in Grand Case where we had some nice drinks at the Tropics Bar and while there we rented beach chairs/umbrella ($10 each person but you don't have to and can just lay on the sand with your towel). When in Marigot, Raj took us to a spot for lunch (Cisca's) where we had the most incredible meals of jerk chicken and coconut shrimp each accompanied with black rice/beans, coleslaw and avocado salad; the price was very reasonable and the food so tasty. I wish we had more time here to visit the local markets but we chose to have a nice lunch and I guess you can't rush good love in food but the scenic view of the waters were wonderful to enjoy with our meal. As we were picked up first, we got to see Bell's Lookout Point on our own and we hiked up to the top spending about 10 minutes where we got some great pictures then went on to pick up the other guests. For us our last stop was watching the planes land at Maho Beach and that is where we decided to end our tour since our hotel was situated there. We enjoyed the casual walk back on the beach and continued to watch the planes. Overall, Raj was really detailed about so many aspects of the island and one simple attraction he took us to to see was a monument where one sign you see Welcome to the French side and the other was Welcome to the Dutch side. I loved that! Raj is simply a nice, friendly person who enjoys meeting people and showing off his lovely island of St. Maarten. I highly recommend this tour.
Great itinerary
Tatiana D,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I went on an island tour with my 9-year-old son, and it was one of the best tours we’ve experienced. Raj was an amazing guide. He managed to keep my son interested in the history of the island, which is not easy with a 9-year-old. The tour was very well structured, with good stops, and the itinerary was planned in a way that we didn’t feel tired but still got to see the entire island. The service was excellent. Raj always gave very clear instructions on where to meet and when to get on and off the taxi, which made everything smooth and easy. What stood out the most was his dedication. Even though he wasn’t feeling well and had issues with his throat, he kept going without stopping, sharing interesting information and facts the entire time — even while driving between stops. Overall, a great experience. I highly recommend this tour.
Awesome experience! Will do again when in the area!
Robbie H,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Raj is fantastic! Great Ambassador for the island and very committed to the satisfaction of his guest!
Great Tour in St. Martin
Shelby,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Enjoyed all the stops on this tour. Loved having some time at the beach as well as getting some french pastries. Raj was a great driver and gave excellent history of the island during the whole tour. There were maybe 16 of us in a small bus and it was comfortable. I highly recommend this tour.
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