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Set sail from Simpson Bay aboard a fast, stable trimaran for a 5–6 hour coastal cruise along St. Maarten and up the Anguilla Channel, including a snorkel stop, lunch, and drinks. Limited to 14 passengers for an intimate, hands-on sailing experience.
Set sail from Simpson Bay aboard a fast, stable trimaran for a 5–6 hour coastal cruise along St. Maarten and up the Anguilla Channel, including a snorkel stop, lunch, and drinks. Limited to 14 passengers for an intimate, hands-on sailing experience.
A dinghy peels away from the Nowhere Special dock and you step onto a wide-shouldered trimaran that hums as the sails take shape. The wind in the rigging becomes a steady rhythm; the hull slices a bright blue rim of foam. Over the next five to six hours the No1SXM traces the southwest coast of St. Maarten and slips up the Anguilla Channel, passing Dutch marinas and quiet French bays before dropping anchor in a calm cove for swimming and snorkeling.
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Operated by No1Sxm Sailing · Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten
A dinghy peels away from the Nowhere Special dock and you step onto a wide-shouldered trimaran that hums as the sails take shape. The wind in the rigging becomes a steady rhythm; the hull slices a bright blue rim of foam. Over the next five to six hours the No1SXM traces the southwest coast of St. Maarten and slips up the Anguilla Channel, passing Dutch marinas and quiet French bays before dropping anchor in a calm cove for swimming and snorkeling.
Geology here is born of volcanic peaks and fringing coral — low hills give way to reef flats that shelter clear snorkel sites. The island’s split identity, Dutch Sint Maarten and French Saint Martin, shows in harborside architecture and cuisine; the boat’s sandwich lunch and rum punch are small, practical echoes of that mix. Captain Pieter, with four decades at sea, reads the prevailing trade winds and local currents, turning them into a smooth, fast sail on a stable trimaran built for day trips.
Practical guidance: arrive at the lagoon-side Nowhere Special restaurant on time for a dinghy transfer and expect a friendly 14-passenger limit. Snorkeling gear is provided; bring reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, and a waterproof camera. Seas can be calm or brisk—weather cancellations are possible, and mobility to climb a tender is required. Hydrate, secure loose items during the dinghy ride, and plan for a relaxed day that balances wind-driven motion with shallow-water exploration.
moderate.
5–6 hours.
You should be comfortable boarding a small tender and moving on a moving boat for several hours; basic balance and mobility required.
Yes — snorkel masks and fins are provided on board; bring a mask that fits if you prefer your own.
Check‑in is at Nowhere Special on the lagoon side of Simpson Bay; a dinghy/tender will ferry guests to the trimaran.
Families are welcome but mobility is required for the tender transfer; infant seats are available and staff can advise on suitability for small children.
Trips may be canceled for bad weather or insufficient travelers; full refunds are typically available if canceled at least 24 hours prior.
St. Maarten/Saint Martin has a complex colonial history and a long maritime tradition; local ports developed around safe anchorages and reef‑protected bays.
Respect reef closures, avoid standing on coral, and use provided moorings where available; operators encourage reef‑safe products and minimal disturbance to marine life.
No1Sxm Sailing operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A dinghy peels away from the Nowhere Special dock and you step onto a wide-shouldered trimaran that hums as the sails take shape. The wind in the rigging becomes a steady rhythm; the hull slices a bright blue rim of foam. Over the next five to six hours the No1SXM traces the southwest coast of St. Maarten and slips up the Anguilla Channel, passing Dutch marinas and quiet French bays before dropping anchor in a calm cove for swimming and snorkeling.
A dinghy peels away from the Nowhere Special dock and you step onto a wide-shouldered trimaran that hums as the sails take shape. The wind in the rigging becomes a steady rhythm; the hull slices a bright blue rim of foam. Over the next five to six hours the No1SXM traces the southwest coast of St. Maarten and slips up the Anguilla Channel, passing Dutch marinas and quiet French bays before dropping anchor in a calm cove for swimming and snorkeling.
Geology here is born of volcanic peaks and fringing coral — low hills give way to reef flats that shelter clear snorkel sites. The island’s split identity, Dutch Sint Maarten and French Saint Martin, shows in harborside architecture and cuisine; the boat’s sandwich lunch and rum punch are small, practical echoes of that mix. Captain Pieter, with four decades at sea, reads the prevailing trade winds and local currents, turning them into a smooth, fast sail on a stable trimaran built for day trips.
Practical guidance: arrive at the lagoon-side Nowhere Special restaurant on time for a dinghy transfer and expect a friendly 14-passenger limit. Snorkeling gear is provided; bring reef-safe sunscreen, a towel, and a waterproof camera. Seas can be calm or brisk—weather cancellations are possible, and mobility to climb a tender is required. Hydrate, secure loose items during the dinghy ride, and plan for a relaxed day that balances wind-driven motion with shallow-water exploration.