Philipsburg, St. Maarten

The Explorer Cruise
Price per person: $34.00 $43.00 with snorkel gear
(3 1/2 hours) Your tour begins with a drive through Philipsburg, the capital of Dutch St. Maarten, en route to the south coast of the island to join the party boat Explorer. On your cruise across scenic Simpson Bay Lagoon, the Captain will highlight the points of interest.  The first stop is Marigot, the capital of French St. Martin, with its Parisian shops, boutiques and outdoor cafes. Before returning to the ship, there is time to swim and relax beneath the swaying palms on a private beach island.

Pinel Island Snorkeling Tour
Price per person: $30.00
(3 hours) Travel across the island to the scenic French side where a water taxi will take you to beautiful Pinel Island.
Expert instructors will provide you with equipment before guiding
you through the spectacular undersea world. Shallow or deep water, there is plenty to see. Afterwards, relax or sunbathe on the sandy beaches.

St. Maarten Island Tour
Price per person: $20.00
(2 1/4 hours) The perfect way to see the highlights of this half French, half Dutch Island. Driving along Perimeter Road, you will arrive at Lookout Point for a magnificent view of the western side of the island. Crossing the border, you will stop at the French capital of Marigot. Here you can stroll by the Parisian boutiques, outdoor cafes, and quaint streets. On your way to Simpson Bay Lagoon for refreshments, you will pass by the resort hotels. The tour ends in Philipsburg where you may opt to shop or continue back to the ship (return transportation on your own).

Scuba Adventure
Price per person: $57.00
(2 1/2 hours) A chance to explore the warm waters of the Caribbean. At Pinel Island, you will be outfitted before embarking on a guided tour with the dive instructors through the underworld of coral reefs inhabited by tropical fish, conch and lobster.

NOTE: For certified divers only; certification card required.

Shipwreck Cove Boat Snorkeling Tour
Price per person: $39.00
(3 hours) Board a spacious customized boat for a scenic ride across the harbor to Shipwreck Cove for a snorkeling adventure. The instructors will provide you with equipment and instruction before guiding you through an undersea world of sunken ships inhabited by schools of tropical fish which you can feed. Or you may opt to stay on board and dance to Calypso music or sunbathe out on deck.

NOTE: Not recommended for nonswimmers.

Golden Eagle Catamaran
Price per person: $50.00
(3 1/2 hours) Sail to the island of Tintamar aboard the 76' Golden Eagle, a new state of the art, wing mast catamaran. Count the flying fish or watch dolphin while enjoying the thrill of sailing up to 30 knots in the sparkling waters. Stop for a swim in a quiet cove, snorkel in the crystal clear waters, bob around on a beach float or just relax on a fabulous pink sandy beach. Floats and snorkel gear are provided. Homeward bound, we set sail listening to music while enjoying an open bar and snacks.

St. Maarten "America's Cup" Regatta
Price per person: $71.00
(3 hours) Thrill to the exhilaration of "America's Cup" yacht racing aboard one of the famous multimillion dollar, exotic, 12 meter race boats. You will compete in an actual race around an "America Cup" course and will be invited to participate in "working the boat"... Take the helm and drive your race boat to victory or just sit back and have fun!

Discover Scuba Tour
Price per person: $50.00
(3 hours) No prior experience needed for this fantastic undersea adventure. You will be completely outfitted and receive instruction from expert instructors, as you dive Shipwreck Cove, an underworld of tropical marine life, coral reefs and sunken wrecks.   A wonderful photo taking opportunity as you hand feed the fish.
NOTE: For Novice/Certified divers.

Butterfly Farm and Marigot
Price per person: $38.00
(3 1/2 hours) Before arriving at Butterfly Farm, you will be given a narrated tour through the Dutch and French side of the island with photo stops along the way. The farm is a large enclosed, specially created area of beautiful landscaped tropical gardens, pools, waterfalls and hundreds of the worlds most rare and exotic butterflies flying freely around. The guide will identify species, point out the spectacular courtship and mating process and give advise on butterfly gardening. There will be plenty of time to wander on your own before a short stop in Marigot where you will experience a blend of Creole charm and French atmosphere.

Everyt'ing Cool Tour
Price per person: $24.00 - $33.00 with snorkel gear
Can't decide whether to head for the beach or go shopping? Everyt'ing Cool is located on a super beach in the heart of Philipsburg, close to casinos and the dutyfree shops. You get it all... a soft white sandy beach, volleyball, a floating beach mat, $10 casino voucher and a delicious lunch and awesome drinks.

Please Note: All excursions, descriptions and pricing are subject to change at time of sailing; the duration of the tours are approximate times only.