The crystal clear waters of St. Maarten/St. Martin attract thousands of yachts and yachting enthusiasts each year. Numerous safe harbors on both sides of the island offer great …

The crystal clear waters of St. Maarten/St. Martin attract thousands of yachts and yachting enthusiasts each year. Numerous safe harbors on both sides of the island offer great anchorage, beautiful panoramic views of her rolling green hills, and a short dinghy ride to provisions and restaurants.

Many yachtsmen prefer mooring their “dream come true” in the calm waters of the Simpson Bay Lagoon or Oyster Pond, especially those who live and work here on a semi-permanent basis.
For those who prefer to live aboard but want the amenities of land, there are a number of marinas available offering various services, with dock fees varying accordingly. The high standards kept by most marinas in St. Maarten/St. Martin, and the calm waters of the Simpson Bay Lagoon, attract the impressive ‘mega-yachts’ of the ‘beautiful people’ during the winter months. You never know who you might see stepping off the gangplank onto the dock. Paparazzi, have your cameras ready at all times!
If you don’t own a boat, but would like to have a sailing vacation or charter a yacht for a few days, St. Maarten/St. Martin is the right place for you! Everything including Swans, power yachts, catamaran, fishing boats and Boston Whalers are available with or without captain and crew.

The island completed the step from Caribbean yachting center to one of the world’s leading super yacht destinations. St. Maarten is home port to several yachts over 300 feet and is in the same league as Ft. Lauderdale and Monaco.

The square rigged sailing ships of past centuries relied on the constant airflow from East to West to cruise the Caribbean with amazingly precise schedules. Seamen called this phenomenon the “Trade Winds”.

The island of St. Maarten/St. Martin provides amazing opportunities for exciting day trips or even shorter excursions by boat. From the various ports of the island, daily trips can take you to the neighboring islands of St. Barths, Anguilla, St. Eustatius and Saba as well as more localized trips to many of the tiny uninhabited islets surrounding the island.
For those with sailing experience, it is also possible to hire your own boat for pleasure trips within the safe waters of St. Maarten/St. Martin.
During the winter months, St. Martin’s marinas are filled to capacity with the most extravagant yachts the world has to offer. Mega yachts call on St. Maarten for the best provisioning in the Caribbean and the convenience of the region’s second largest airport.
Now for 35 years, every March, St. Martins’ waters become the ultimate Caribbean playground for sailors and ‘landlubbers’ alike! Being a magnet for the nautical scene year round, it’s the Annual Heineken Regatta that turns the eyes of the sailing world on this little island.

EXCURSIONS

Year around warm sea, spectacular scenery and world class beaches need to be experienced by boat! There are day charter excursions for every taste and budget available, with snorkeling, beach BBQ, visits to neighboring islands and much more.
You haven’t seen an island, until you explored it by boat! The most unique feature of St. Maarten is the Caribbean’s largest landlocked lagoon, easily explored with the fun watercraft rented by Rhino Safari. But there are also remote beaches, fantastic snorkeling spots around some off-shore cays, known only to the experienced charter captains – check out Top Secret Excursions for classy motor-yacht excursions and the Sailing Yacht Random Wind – this is your chance to spend an exciting, fun day on a boat which actually circumnavigated the world twice.

Only recently have sophisticated motor-yachts become available at rates affordable to the average visitor; the high cost of acquisition and operations requires a healthy corporate background and highly professional crew. One such boat to make a big splash in the market is Top Secret, an elegant power yacht with an ultra-flexible list of charter itineraries, fittingly called ‘missions’ by staying with the ‘top secret’ theme. One guarantee: this boat is fast enough to outrun the paparazzi, in case you are worried…

Capt. Neil Roebert has switched over from the beloved sailing catamaran Celine to a new power cat, named Celine Too. Big advantage of the new boat: it can pass under the new causeway, and can therefore offer Sunset and Pub Crawl cruises by travelling the Lagoon at night.

TANGO Dinner Cruise
While you cruise along the coast of St. Maarten on comfortable sailing catamaran TANGO, a unique Caribbean style dinner will be presented. It is served buffet style on board. Dress is as informal as the evening. Enjoy open bar and snacks while sailing the coastline of St Maarten to enjoy the sunset, then sail to Long Bay or Simpson Bay to drop anchor and dinner is served.

LAMBADA Sunset Sail
The unforgettable LAMBADA’s coastal sunset sails leave from her home berth at the Simpson Bay Resort. The sailing catamaran will cruise leisurely along the coast of St. Maarten up to Long Bay, straight into the setting sun. You just sit back, relax and enjoy the views…

Highspeed Ferry ‘EDGE’ to the island of Saba
Choose the high-speed ferry EDGE, operated by AQUAMANIA for the most convenient and efficient way to visit a very special place: On most days, the ‘Jungle Island’ of Saba can be seen from St. Maarten’s southern beaches. A tall, steep mountain rises out of the ocean, its top often covered by a mysterious cloud

TANGO Day-Sailing Trip To Anguilla and Shoal Bay
The neighboring island of Anguilla is so different from St. Maarten, that no visit to our region would be complete without a sailing excursion to the laid-back island of sun and sand – “Anguilla”. The destination of this excursion is Shoal Bay – some rate it as one of the 10 best beaches in the world…

CELINE Fun Cruise
Enjoy a full day on beautiful power catamaran CELINE TOO! The Fun Sail starts at 8:15 AM from the Portofino Marina. Yes, you have to get up early, but you will enjoy breakfast on-board: there will be a selection of pastries from the local French bakery, baguette, cheese, cream cheese, yogurt and a platter of fresh fruit, juice or coffee..
The best way to enjoy a day on St. Maarten – St. Martin is by sailing around the island on one of the Eagle Tour catamarans. Visit some of the Caribbean most beautiful beaches as the boat explores the coastline and brings you to the most relaxing spots. Explore deserted beaches and experience the tropical underwater world by snorkeling.
It is a great way to experience the island – and Eagle Tours is known for their superb service.

Explore the sparkling Caribbean waters around the island of St. Maarten. The sleek sailing catamaran anchors at a beautiful white sand beach where you will have ample time to snorkel, beach comb, or just relax in the nets connecting the twin hulls.

Do you wish to be spoiled? Do you want a charming classic sailing yacht, cushioned seats in the sun’s rays, but also in the shade, all with a team that is top rated for service as well as safety on the open ocean? Than take a boating adventure with the sailing yacht Random Wind! Her full-time crew is worldwide qualified and their expertise is clearly demonstrated; guests feel safe, relaxed and cared for.

Three-time winner of the prestigious Tour of the Year Award by Princess Cruise lines and recipient of many other awards, Rhino Safari Excursions is St. Martin’s original, one and only interactive tour. Featured in many television shows and international magazines, as one of the most innovative and fun tours to do in St-Martin.