Morning departure
Meet the crew, review the plan and leave early enough to make the most of the calmest conditions.
Saint-Martin · 8 HOURS
Your 8-hour day
The most complete format, designed for variety, longer stops and an unhurried rhythm.
At a glance
What to expect.
This 8-hour format reveals Saint-Martin at a full-day pace. The day prioritises the quality of each moment instead of collecting stops. Your captain creates a coherent route around live conditions and your group’s interests.
Departure9:00 or 10:00, as confirmed
FormatPrivate experience with captain
DocumentsFollow confirmation instructions
PaceFull-day pace
8 TAILORED HOURS
Your day, step by step
This is the realistic flow of your experience. Named places are possibilities, not a guaranteed checklist.
French-side waters
Begin with a swim or snorkel near Grand Case, Creole Rock, Pinel or another captain-selected area.
Northern and eastern character
See lagoons, islets and open beaches from the water, adapting the route to wind and swell.
A long island lunch
Settle in for a proper beachfront lunch without watching the clock.
Western contrasts
Explore the scenery around Terres Basses, Mullet Bay or the Dutch-side coast when conditions are favourable.
Maho from the water
If timing and the day’s route align, enjoy the unusual aircraft perspective from a safe position offshore.
One last swim
A final sheltered stop gives everyone time to cool off and relax.
Sunlit return
End with an easy cruise back, carrying a full picture of the island’s diversity.
Saint-Martin · 8 h
Eight hours: a complete and unhurried day
The eight-hour format offers the broadest view of Saint Martin from the water. An earlier start leaves room for longer anchorages, a proper lunch and a route that can link several sides of the island when conditions cooperate. Instead of watching the clock after each stop, guests can swim, snorkel and settle into the rhythm of the day before continuing to the next coastal atmosphere.
A full day is particularly suitable for groups who want variety without sacrificing comfort. The captain can preserve alternatives throughout the programme: if one coast becomes exposed, another bay may offer clearer and calmer water. The additional time also makes lunch easier to integrate and creates space for spontaneous decisions, whether that means another swim, a slower cruise or a longer final stop.
THE DESTINATION
Discover Saint Martin from its most natural viewpoint
A private boat day reveals how varied the coastline of Saint Martin and Sint Maarten really is. Sheltered turquoise water, ochre cliffs, lively beach areas and quieter coves sit remarkably close together. Seen from the sea, the two sides of the island form one continuous landscape, while each bay keeps its own atmosphere. The captain uses this variety to create a route that feels coherent rather than hurried.
Possible highlights include the clear water around the north-east, the culinary coastline near Grand Case and the aircraft views off Maho. Their inclusion always depends on the departure point, wind, swell, traffic and the selected duration. The objective is to combine cruising with genuine time to swim, snorkel, relax and enjoy the boat—not to pass every landmark at speed.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Prepare for a comfortable day on the water
Bring sun protection, a hat and any personal essentials mentioned in your confirmation. Light clothing and swimwear are usually sufficient, while a dry change can be useful after the last swim. The exact meeting point and boarding time are confirmed before departure. For an itinerary remaining around Saint Martin, follow the identification instructions provided with your booking.
Food and drink can be integrated according to the formula, boat and programme confirmed. A longer experience leaves more freedom for a relaxed waterfront lunch; a shorter one generally works best with refreshments aboard or a concise stop. If your priorities are snorkeling, a particular atmosphere or simply quiet time at anchor, sharing them before departure helps the captain shape the day around your group.
Saint-Martin · 8 h
Why choose this format?
Time used well
A coherent route protects your time on the water and avoids an unrealistic checklist.
Made for your group
Swimming, sightseeing, lunch and relaxation are balanced around your priorities.
Captain-led flexibility
The programme evolves with live conditions while preserving safety and comfort.
Explore Saint Martin by duration
Compare the formats
4 hours
A focused half-day with swimming and one area of the coast explored comfortably.
See this programme →6 hoursA balanced day with more navigation, several highlights and time for an easy lunch.
See this programme →8 hoursThe most complete format, designed for variety, longer stops and an unhurried rhythm.
Current format
Saint-Martin · 8 h
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Choose your boat and send a request for this duration. The team will confirm availability, logistics and the day’s best route.
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