The St Maarten Luxury Catamaran Day Sail with Snorkeling
For a polished, easygoing day on the water, this is the one to book. The St Maarten luxury catamaran day sail pairs snorkeling with paddleboards, a floating mat and unlimited drinks on a spacious catamaran, plus lunch, fresh fruit and cake from a friendly crew — and a finale watching planes drop low over Maho Beach. It's five relaxed hours of sun, sea and good service. Here's everything to know before you go, plus how it compares with the other st maarten snorkeling tours.
About the Luxury Catamaran Day Sail
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A relaxed day of sailing, snorkeling and beach watching
Depart Bobby's Marina at 10am with room to spread out
Snorkel gear plus paddleboards and a floating mat to play on
Watch the jets fly low over the famous beach
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Real-time dates and prices for the luxury catamaran day sail with snorkeling and a Maho Beach flyover.
Why Book the Luxury Catamaran Day Sail
This trip leans into comfort. You board a spacious luxury catamaran at Bobby's Marina at 10am and spend the day cruising St Maarten's coastline, soaking up the sun on deck with fresh fruit and cake as you sail. The snorkel stop comes with more than just a mask: paddleboards and a floating mat turn the anchorage into a playground, so there's something to do whether or not you want to swim. Lunch and unlimited drinks are served by a friendly crew, and the day wraps with a pass by Maho Beach to watch the planes come in low overhead. It's rated 4.7 stars. Compare it on our snorkeling tours in st maarten page.
The relaxed pace and the extras — paddleboards, a floating mat, unlimited drinks — make it a strong pick for families and groups who want a comfortable, do-as-much-or-as-little-as-you-like day rather than a packed itinerary.
What You'll See Underwater
The catamaran anchors over clear water near a Caribbean reef for the snorkel and paddleboard stop. In the water you can expect:
- Parrotfish, sergeant majors and blue tang over the reef
- Southern stingrays and the occasional eagle ray over the sand
- The chance of a sea turtle in the seagrass nearby
- Starfish and conch on the shallow sandy bottom
- Clear, calm water — easy to enjoy from the floating mat or a paddleboard
What's Included (and What Isn't)
What's Included
- A five-hour day sail on a spacious luxury catamaran
- Snorkel gear, paddleboards and a floating mat
- Lunch plus fresh fruit and cake
- Unlimited drinks served on deck
- A friendly, attentive crew
- A pass by Maho Beach for the plane flyover
Not Included
- Gratuities for the crew (optional but appreciated)
- Your own towel, swimwear and reef-safe sunscreen
- Extra purchases beyond the included food and drinks
How the Day Flows
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10:00am
Depart Bobby's Marina
Board the luxury catamaran at Bobby's Marina and settle in for a day of sunshine and sea breezes.
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Morning
Sail the coastline
Cruise past beautiful beaches with fresh fruit and cake as you sail along the coast.
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Midday
Snorkel & paddleboard stop
Anchor over a reef to snorkel, paddleboard or relax on the floating mat in the clear water.
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Lunch
Lunch on board
Enjoy lunch and unlimited drinks served on deck by the crew.
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Afternoon
Maho Beach flyover
Cruise by Maho Beach to watch the planes fly low overhead off the famous beach.
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Return
Sail back
Relax on deck for the easy sail back to the marina.
Important Things to Know Before You Go
A comfortable day, but plan for sun and water across five hours on deck.
- What to bring: swimwear under your clothes, a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses
- Not allowed: touching or standing on coral and littering — protect the reef and reserve waters
- Departure is from Bobby's Marina at 10am — arrive in good time to board
- Bring a little cash for crew tips; lunch and unlimited drinks are included
- Mention any dietary needs in advance for lunch
- Take a seasickness tablet beforehand if you're prone to motion sickness
Want a snorkel-focused day at the island's best reef sites instead of a relaxed cruise? The eco snorkeling tour with turtles visits Creole Rock, Tintamarre and Pinel Island. For the cheapest, quickest dip, see the Sand Dollar half-day snorkel cruise.
Where It Departs — Philipsburg, St Maarten
Who This Tour Is For
This is the pick if you want a comfortable, well-served day with the freedom to swim, paddleboard or simply lounge.
- Families and groups who want extras like paddleboards and a floating mat
- Travelers who value comfort, lunch and unlimited drinks over a packed schedule
- Casual snorkelers happy with one quality reef stop
- Plane-spotters who want the Maho Beach flyover from the water
Not Suitable For
- Snorkelers who want several reef stops in one day
- Anyone seeking a fast, adrenaline boat ride
- Travelers who want a quiet, no-frills sail (try the trimaran cruise)
St Maarten Luxury Catamaran Day Sail — FAQ
Where does the luxury catamaran sail?
It departs Bobby's Marina in Philipsburg at 10am and cruises the coastline to a reef anchorage for snorkeling and paddleboarding, finishing with a pass by Maho Beach. Compare it with the island's other trips on our st maarten snorkeling tours.
What's included besides snorkeling?
Paddleboards and a floating mat at the swim stop, lunch with fresh fruit and cake, and unlimited drinks on deck. You can check live availability for your date above.
Is it good for families?
Yes — the spacious deck, paddleboards, floating mat and relaxed pace make it a comfortable family day. For a more snorkel-focused trip to several reef sites, see the eco snorkeling tour with turtles.
Will we see the planes at Maho Beach?
The cruise passes Maho Beach so you can watch the jets fly low overhead from the water — a unique angle on the island's most famous sight, weather and schedules permitting.
How much is the St Maarten luxury catamaran day sail with snorkeling?
It starts at $139 per person and includes the five-hour sail, snorkel gear, paddleboards, the floating mat, lunch and unlimited drinks. Compare it on our best st maarten snorkeling tours page.
What Travelers Say About the Luxury Catamaran
Such a comfortable, classy day. The catamaran was spacious, the crew looked after us beautifully, and the paddleboards and floating mat made the snorkel stop fun for the whole family. Watching the planes at Maho from the water was the cherry on top.
Unlimited drinks, fresh fruit and cake, and a lovely lunch — we wanted for nothing. The water at the snorkel stop was crystal clear and the kids loved the floating mat. A relaxed, well-run day.
We're not strong swimmers so the paddleboards and floating mat were perfect — we could enjoy the water our own way. The crew were friendly and attentive and the whole day felt easy and luxurious.