Ride the Soualiga Sky Explorer to Sentry Hill, fly the 2,800 ft Flying Dutchman, and surf a dry-land Schooner Ride—all in one half-day excursion on St. Maarten's historic Rockland Estate. Expect big views, brief history stops, and a compact burst of adrenaline.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You climb into a slow-moving chairlift and the island opens beneath you: red soil, scrubbed hills, and the pale sweep of Simpson Bay lagoon. The Soualiga Sky Explorer carries you up Sentry Hill and the air tastes of salt and distant diesel from the cruise pier below.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most travelers in average health; participants should be comfortable with heights and short bursts of exertion when attaching to ziplines.
Wildlife
History
Rockland Estate was part of 18th-century plantation lands; modern exhibits highlight Emilio Wilson's role in preserving local heritage and the estate's evolution.
Conservation
Operators emphasize safety and limit platforms to reduce erosion; visitors should stick to marked trails, avoid feeding wildlife, and pack out trash to protect fragile coastal scrub.
Reserve your spot on the St. Maarten 3 in 1 Ultimate Combo Adventure: Fly, Ride & Slide today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Close-toed shoes only
Closed-toe, grippy shoes are required for harnessing, walking platforms, and the Schooner Ride; sandals are not permitted.
Hydrate and snack beforehand
Bring a water bottle and a light snack—activities run over several hours and shade is limited at higher elevations.
Check weight/height limits
Participants must meet minimum and maximum height/weight ranges (roughly 52–80 inches and 100–275 lbs); verify before arrival to avoid disappointment.
Timing for cruise passengers
Leave at least 30–45 minutes buffer for return to the pier; the site is about a 25–35 minute drive from most cruise terminals.
Closed-toe hiking or trail shoes
Stable shoes protect feet on platforms, ladder access, and during the Schooner Ride.
Light long shorts or quick-dry pants
Protects skin from harness straps and reduces chafing during repeated runs.
summer
Sunscreen and hat
Open ridgelines offer little shade; UV protection is critical.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated during warm, tropical weather keeps energy steady through the circuit.