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Spend a full day aboard a comfortable catamaran cruising Sint Maarten’s coast, snorkeling pristine reefs at Tintamarre and Creole Rock, and enjoying an onboard barbecue lunch and open bar. Limited to 28 guests, the tour pairs calm bays with expert crew-led reef access for both beginners and confident snorkelers.
Spend a full day aboard a comfortable catamaran cruising Sint Maarten’s coast, snorkeling pristine reefs at Tintamarre and Creole Rock, and enjoying an onboard barbecue lunch and open bar. Limited to 28 guests, the tour pairs calm bays with expert crew-led reef access for both beginners and confident snorkelers.
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Operated by Eagle Tours N.V. · Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
The catamaran eases off Dock Maarten with a soft shove of wind and a promise: turquoise water, coral gardens, and two of the island’s clearest snorkeling stages. Guests spread across the trampoline, toes dangling above the Atlantic, while the crew unfurls the sails and the shoreline of Philipsburg recedes into a line of palms and pastel rooftops. The day finds its rhythm in the slap of bow waves and the tang of sea-salted rum punch—an efficient, joyful cadence that alternates instruction, exploration, and long idle swims.
easy.
8 hours.
Suitable for casual fitness; you should be comfortable swimming short distances and getting in/out of a dinghy.
Yes—masks, snorkels, fins and flotation devices are supplied and the crew gives basic instruction for first-time snorkelers.
Non-swimmers can join but should inform staff at booking; flotation devices and dinghy assistance are available, though participation in reef swims is at the captain’s discretion.
Lunch and unlimited drinks are included (buffet barbecue and open bar); bring cash for tips and any additional purchases at shore stops.
There is a safety weight restriction of 125 kg (275 lbs) per person; young children are allowed but must be supervised—check with the operator for any age-specific rules.
The operator will update guests before departure and may alter the route or cancel; full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours prior or if the tour is canceled due to weather.
Yes, parking is available for about $2 per hour; the office and check-in are located next to the marina gazebo.
Sint Maarten’s coastline has long been a meeting point for European colonial routes; the island’s split governance (Dutch Sint Maarten and French Saint-Martin) shaped bilingual culture and a rich culinary scene in towns like Grand Case and Philipsburg.
The French Nature Reserve protects sensitive reef and turtle habitat; guests are encouraged to use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid touching coral, and follow crew guidance to minimize impact.
Eagle Tours N.V. operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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