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St Maarten Excursion: Island Sightseeing + Beach & Shopping.

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Overview

Our Island Tour starts from the EDC Parking Lot. First stop a location overlooking Oyster Bay; then a stop at Locus Bay View Point for some panoramic photos. Off to visit one of our tropical friendly inhabitants, the Soualiga Iguana’s. To Orient Beach we go for 2 hours of sunshine, sand, and sea; the French capital Marigot for a hour of shopping, then to Sunset Beach Bar and Grill to see some of the largest commercial aircraft come in for a landing, the planes will be just feet over your head!. Excited, off to Cole Bay Hill overlooking Simpson Beach and Indigo Bay we head, an opportunity for a beautiful family photo; then to The Hill where you will find great views of Phillipsburg. With a wonderful day on the Island behind, you have a final choice to be dropped off in Phillipsburg or on to the cruise dock for departure, thank you.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vans
  • Narrated sightseeing tour
  • Welcome drink
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
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Philipsburg Port of St. Maarten

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Group rate starts from 6 person upwards, below will be personalized, Email us, call or best WhatsApp to join the Group. If you are not coming via the Philipsburg Port of St. Maarten, please contact us to notify us and for more information, thank you.

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Philipsburg, Sint Maarten

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Orient Bay

Your first stop of the day will be at a location overlooking Oyster Bay. Next you will get to meet Calvin the Sea Urchin Man and some of his watery friends.On to Orient Beach for 2 hours of sunshine, sand, and sea. Sit back and enjoy the sun and ocean breeze or take a refreshing dip in the crystal clear waters.
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Marigot

After Orient Beach, head to the town of Marigot for an hour of shopping. While in Marigot, do not forget to visit the different bars, restaurants, shops, local flea market and Sarafina's! for those fabulous French Pastries.
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Maho Beach

Next up is the world famous Maho Beach. Stand on the beach as some of the largest commercial aircraft come in for a landing just feet away right over your head! Plus, hang on for a jet blast as they take off.
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Cole Bay

With the excitement of Maho Beach behind you, your next stop will be Cole Bay Hill overlooking Simpson Beach and Indigo Bay, an opportunity for a beautiful photo. Then up to 'The Hill', where you will find great views of Phillipsburg. With a wonderful day on the island behind, you have a final choice, to be dropped off in Phillipsburg or continue on to the cruise dock for departure. And remember a complimentary drink will be offered to you on stops!
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please provide cruise ship details at the time of booking, use Special Requirements field for ship's name and disembarkation time
  • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication with intent of disturbing the tour operator with regards to services provided to all guest involved. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • Participants are solely responsible for their medical conditions (or conditions they are in) and choice of choosing this tour (or conditions and expenses resulting from being on this tour) or any of our services provided. please use wisdom according to your situation (medical condition or condition you are in) as you best know what you can or cannot do.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the St Maarten Excursion: Island Sightseeing + Beach & Shopping.?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the St Maarten Excursion: Island Sightseeing + Beach & Shopping.?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Air-conditioned vans.
  • Narrated sightseeing tour.
  • Welcome drink.
  • Port pickup and drop-off.
  • Professional Driver/Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Gratuities.
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the St Maarten Excursion: Island Sightseeing + Beach & Shopping. is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for St Maarten Excursion: Island Sightseeing + Beach & Shopping. will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Air-conditioned vans
  • Narrated sightseeing tour
  • Welcome drink
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Professional Driver/Tour Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years old
  • Please provide cruise ship details at the time of booking, use Special Requirements field for ship's name and disembarkation time
  • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication with intent of disturbing the tour operator with regards to services provided to all guest involved. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • Participants are solely responsible for their medical conditions (or conditions they are in) and choice of choosing this tour (or conditions and expenses resulting from being on this tour) or any of our services provided. please use wisdom according to your situation (medical condition or condition you are in) as you best know what you can or cannot do.
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