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Leave the crowded ferries behind and spend eight hours exploring Saint-Martin by private boat. From snorkeling clear reefs at Ile Pinel to lunch on Tintamarre and a quiet swim in Happy Bay, this custom charter delivers beaches, marine life, and coastal bars at your pace.
Leave the crowded ferries behind and spend eight hours exploring Saint-Martin by private boat. From snorkeling clear reefs at Ile Pinel to lunch on Tintamarre and a quiet swim in Happy Bay, this custom charter delivers beaches, marine life, and coastal bars at your pace.
The engine clicks into a steady hum as the pontoons pull away from Anse Marcel, and the sea seems to decide how bright the day will feel—one minute a glassy mirror, the next a playful patchwork of light. Pierre, the captain, checks lines and hands out snorkels while the open bar cools in a shaded cooler under the canopy. You feel the island rearrange itself around you: emerald headlands, ragged limestone shelves, and beaches that only reveal themselves from the water.
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Operated by Love Boat Sxm · Anse Marcel, Saint-Martin
The engine clicks into a steady hum as the pontoons pull away from Anse Marcel, and the sea seems to decide how bright the day will feel—one minute a glassy mirror, the next a playful patchwork of light. Pierre, the captain, checks lines and hands out snorkels while the open bar cools in a shaded cooler under the canopy. You feel the island rearrange itself around you: emerald headlands, ragged limestone shelves, and beaches that only reveal themselves from the water.
This private charter stitches together the best of Saint-Martin’s north shore over eight hours: Ile Tintamarre’s shallow sand flats where lunch at Karibuni or Yellow Beach Restaurant is part ritual, the crystalline coves of Ile Pinel ideal for snorkeling, Mullet Bay’s surf-sculpted approach, and Simpson Bay’s broad lagoon for a late-afternoon stroll by the bars. The landscape here is a product of uplifted volcanic rock cloaked by coral growth; reefs sit like old cities, their walls hosting parrotfish and the occasional nurse shark. The island’s dual identity—French Saint-Martin and Dutch Sint Maarten—still shapes food, language, and the casual diplomacy of beachside restaurants.
Onboard, the day is yours to direct. The captain matches stops to tides and swell: a long snorkel at Pinel if visibility is prime, a quieter drop at Happy Bay when wind picks up. Stand-up paddleboards and a floating mattress arrive like nonchalant invitations; the reef seems to dare you to get close, and turtles often accept the challenge.
Practical edge: this private tour is physically easy but assumes basic swimming comfort for snorkeling. Pack reef-safe sunscreen, a light wind layer for open-water stretches, and a waterproof case for your camera—salt spray is relentless. Bring ID and passport details—French territory regulations and the tour’s booking process require them. If you get seasick, choose a mid-day stop with shallow water and focus on the horizon until you’re steady.
Local culture threads through lunch and anchorages: Grand Case for creole flavors, small beach bars where fishermen trade the morning’s catch, and the island’s history of salt and ship traffic visible in low lagoons and mangroves. Conservation matters here—coral bleaching has affected reefs, so operators encourage no-touch snorkeling and reef-safe products.
By the ride back, the island shoulders the sun into a slow tilt and Simpson Bay’s lights begin their first blink. You arrive with sand between your toes, sun-salted hair, and the sense that a whole coastline has been delivered to you on a single, well-planned day.
easy.
8 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic swimming ability recommended for snorkeling and board use.
This private tour runs approximately 8 hours (480 minutes) from departure at Anse Marcel and returns to the same pontoons.
Yes—snorkels and masks are supplied, along with stand-up paddleboards and a floating mattress; feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
An open bar and snacks are included; lunch at Tintamarre is arranged but typically charged through the chosen beach restaurant—captain can make reservations.
Yes—infants and small children can ride in strollers and are welcome; infants are asked to sit on an adult's lap for safety.
The tour is conducted on a stable boat but if you’re prone to motion sickness, bring medication or choose a central seating position and avoid heavy meals before boarding.
The operator notes stroller accessibility for infants; full wheelchair access may be limited depending on marina facilities—check with the operator in advance.
Saint‑Martin’s coastline reflects its colonial past and salt‑harvesting heritage; French and Dutch influences shape language, cuisine, and coastal settlements.
Operators encourage no‑touch snorkeling and reef‑safe products; reef health is fragile here, so stick to marked swim zones and avoid anchoring on coral.
Love Boat Sxm operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The engine clicks into a steady hum as the pontoons pull away from Anse Marcel, and the sea seems to decide how bright the day will feel—one minute a glassy mirror, the next a playful patchwork of light. Pierre, the captain, checks lines and hands out snorkels while the open bar cools in a shaded cooler under the canopy. You feel the island rearrange itself around you: emerald headlands, ragged limestone shelves, and beaches that only reveal themselves from the water.
The engine clicks into a steady hum as the pontoons pull away from Anse Marcel, and the sea seems to decide how bright the day will feel—one minute a glassy mirror, the next a playful patchwork of light. Pierre, the captain, checks lines and hands out snorkels while the open bar cools in a shaded cooler under the canopy. You feel the island rearrange itself around you: emerald headlands, ragged limestone shelves, and beaches that only reveal themselves from the water.
This private charter stitches together the best of Saint-Martin’s north shore over eight hours: Ile Tintamarre’s shallow sand flats where lunch at Karibuni or Yellow Beach Restaurant is part ritual, the crystalline coves of Ile Pinel ideal for snorkeling, Mullet Bay’s surf-sculpted approach, and Simpson Bay’s broad lagoon for a late-afternoon stroll by the bars. The landscape here is a product of uplifted volcanic rock cloaked by coral growth; reefs sit like old cities, their walls hosting parrotfish and the occasional nurse shark. The island’s dual identity—French Saint-Martin and Dutch Sint Maarten—still shapes food, language, and the casual diplomacy of beachside restaurants.
Onboard, the day is yours to direct. The captain matches stops to tides and swell: a long snorkel at Pinel if visibility is prime, a quieter drop at Happy Bay when wind picks up. Stand-up paddleboards and a floating mattress arrive like nonchalant invitations; the reef seems to dare you to get close, and turtles often accept the challenge.
Practical edge: this private tour is physically easy but assumes basic swimming comfort for snorkeling. Pack reef-safe sunscreen, a light wind layer for open-water stretches, and a waterproof case for your camera—salt spray is relentless. Bring ID and passport details—French territory regulations and the tour’s booking process require them. If you get seasick, choose a mid-day stop with shallow water and focus on the horizon until you’re steady.
Local culture threads through lunch and anchorages: Grand Case for creole flavors, small beach bars where fishermen trade the morning’s catch, and the island’s history of salt and ship traffic visible in low lagoons and mangroves. Conservation matters here—coral bleaching has affected reefs, so operators encourage no-touch snorkeling and reef-safe products.
By the ride back, the island shoulders the sun into a slow tilt and Simpson Bay’s lights begin their first blink. You arrive with sand between your toes, sun-salted hair, and the sense that a whole coastline has been delivered to you on a single, well-planned day.