The St Martin Trimaran Sailing & Snorkel Cruise — Quiet Sailing from Simpson Bay
If the party-boat scene isn't for you, this is the antidote. The St Martin trimaran sailing snorkel cruise is a calmer, quieter half-day under sail: you're dinghied out to a unique trimaran anchored in Simpson Bay, then sail the southwest coast and up the Anguilla Channel with nothing but wind in the sails and water against the hull. There's a snorkel stop in a sheltered bay and a gourmet sandwich lunch with a tropical fruit platter aboard. At a perfect 5.0 stars it's the island's most relaxed sailing snorkel. Here's everything to know before you go, plus how it compares with the other st maarten snorkeling tours.
About the Trimaran Sailing Cruise
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A relaxed half-day of sailing and snorkeling
Stretch out on two large trampolines or in the cockpit
The captain anchors in a calm bay for easy water access
A gourmet sandwich lunch plus a tropical fruit platter
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Real-time dates and prices for the quiet trimaran sailing and snorkel cruise from Simpson Bay.
Why Book the Trimaran Sailing Cruise
This is St Maarten snorkeling for people who want the sea to feel peaceful, not loud. Instead of a powerboat or a party catamaran, you sail a unique trimaran — wide, stable and quiet — out of Simpson Bay, listening to the wind in the sails as you cruise the southwest coast and, conditions allowing, into the Anguilla Channel for views across to the French side and Anguilla. The captain finds a calm, sheltered bay to anchor in so getting in and out of the water is easy, and lunch is a proper gourmet sandwich spread with a tropical fruit platter, not a packed box. It holds a perfect 5.0-star rating. Compare it on our snorkeling trips in st maarten page.
With comfortable seating in the cockpit or on the two large trampolines, drinks and snacks throughout, and a small-group feel, it's the most restful way to combine a sail and a snorkel in a single half-day.
What You'll See Underwater
The captain picks the calmest bay for the day's conditions, so the snorkel is sheltered and easy. In the clear water you can expect:
- Parrotfish, sergeant majors and blue tang over the reef
- Southern stingrays gliding across the sandy bottom
- The occasional sea turtle in the seagrass-fringed bays
- Starfish and conch in the shallows
- Calm, clear water that's ideal for relaxed, unhurried snorkeling
What's Included (and What Isn't)
What's Included
- A 5.5-hour sailing cruise on a unique trimaran
- A dinghy transfer to and from the boat in Simpson Bay
- A snorkel stop in a sheltered, calm bay (gear provided)
- A gourmet sandwich lunch and a tropical fruit platter
- Drinks and snacks throughout the cruise
- A captain and mate to sail the boat and guide the snorkel
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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Start
Meet & dinghy out
Greet the captain at the meeting point and take a short dinghy ride to the trimaran anchored in Simpson Bay.
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Set sail
Hoist the sails
Take off your shoes, settle in with a welcome drink, and sail along the southwestern coast of Saint Martin.
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Midway
Anguilla Channel
Conditions permitting, enter the Anguilla Channel for great views of the French side and Anguilla.
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Snorkel
Calm-bay snorkel
Anchor in a sheltered bay for swimming and snorkeling with easy water access.
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Lunch
Gourmet lunch aboard
Enjoy a gourmet sandwich lunch and a tropical fruit platter served on board.
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Return
Sail back & dinghy ashore
Sail back to Simpson Bay and step ashore by dinghy at the end of the cruise.
Important Things to Know Before You Go
A calm, comfortable trip — but it's still a half-day under the Caribbean sun.
- 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 — keep the reserve waters pristine
- You board by dinghy and go barefoot on deck, so leave heavy shoes behind
- Mention any dietary needs in advance for the gourmet lunch
- Bring a little cash for crew tips; food and drinks are included
- The exact route and whether you enter the Anguilla Channel depends on the day's wind
Prefer a livelier catamaran with an open bar and a BBQ lunch? See the catamaran snorkel cruise with open bar. For a faster powerboat with five stops and the Maho planes, the speed boat snorkeling and beach tour covers more ground.
Where It Sails — Simpson Bay, St Martin
Who This Tour Is For
This is the pick if you want a quiet, restful sail with a single easy snorkel and a genuinely good lunch.
- Couples and anyone seeking a calm, low-key day on the water
- Sailors who'd rather feel the wind than hear a party playlist
- Casual snorkelers who want one sheltered, easy stop
- Travelers who value a gourmet lunch and a small-group feel
Not Suitable For
- Travelers who want multiple snorkel stops or a fast boat ride
- Big groups looking for a loud party-boat atmosphere
- Anyone who can't manage a short dinghy transfer to the boat
St Martin Trimaran Sailing Cruise — FAQ
Where does the trimaran cruise sail?
It sails from Simpson Bay along the southwest coast of Saint Martin and, conditions permitting, into the Anguilla Channel, with a snorkel stop in a sheltered bay. Compare it with the island's other trips on our st maarten snorkeling tours.
Is this a good option if I don't like party boats?
Yes — that's exactly its appeal. It's a quiet, sail-powered half-day with a small-group feel, in contrast to the livelier open-bar catamaran cruise. You can check live availability above.
How do I get on the boat?
A short dinghy ride takes you from the meeting point out to the trimaran anchored in Simpson Bay, and brings you back ashore at the end. You go barefoot on deck, so leave heavy shoes behind.
What's for lunch?
A gourmet sandwich lunch followed by a tropical fruit platter, served on board, with drinks and snacks throughout the cruise. Flag any dietary needs when you book.
How much is the St Martin trimaran sailing snorkel cruise?
It starts at $149 per person and includes the 5.5-hour sail, the dinghy transfers, the snorkel stop with gear, the gourmet lunch and drinks. Compare it on our best st maarten snorkeling tours page.
What Travelers Say About the Trimaran Cruise
The most peaceful day of our trip. The trimaran was so stable and quiet — we just listened to the wind and watched the coast slip by. The snorkel bay was calm and clear, and the lunch aboard was genuinely gourmet. Perfect for a couple.
We sailed up toward the Anguilla Channel and the views were stunning. The captain and mate were lovely and made the whole thing feel personal. Lounging on the trampolines between swims was the highlight. Highly recommend if you want calm over chaos.
Booked this to escape the big party boats and it was exactly right. Easy snorkeling from a sheltered bay, a delicious lunch and fruit platter, and just a small group aboard. Quiet, classy and beautiful.