Excursion Lagoon cruise, marigot & scenic island drive tour at Philipsburg

Begin with a comfortable transfer to meet your “Explorer,” a custom double-decker boat equipped with open-air and covered decks. As you cruise through Simpson Bay Lagoon, enjoy breathtaking waterway and coastline views, passing luxury villas, multi-million dollar yachts, and scenic islands. A live calypso singer sets a lively atmosphere while your captain offers insightful commentary on all sights. Enjoy complimentary rum punch, ice-cold beers, or soft drinks throughout the cruise.

Visit to Marigot & Free Time

After the lagoon cruise, take a short coach ride to Marigot, the capital of French Saint Martin. Stroll through its charming streets filled with colonial houses, sidewalk cafés, pastry shops, and boutique stores reminiscent of a French market town. Visit the upscale boutiques at the foot of Fort St. Louis and explore the marina area, with tax- and duty-free shopping in a relaxed setting. You’ll have about 45 minutes to browse and soak up the local French “joie de vivre.”

Scenic Drive & Island Highlights

With shopping bags in hand, enjoy a narrated drive through the island. Pass the quaint fishing village of Grand Case, known as the gourmet capital of the Caribbean, see the sweeping vistas from Orient Bay, and experience the authentic atmosphere of the French Quarter—all before returning to the ship.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: St. Maarten Coast, Simpson Bay, Luxury Villas and Yachts, Marigot, Island Drive, Grand Case, Orient Bay, French Quarter

Note

Please note: This tour requires a minimal amount of walking for about 300 meters. Walking in Marigot is at the discretion of each guest. Shops may remain closed on Sundays. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair, however it is not suitable for confined guests. Guests must be able to negotiate few steps to get on and off the bus and to board the boat. Sequence of the activities may vary.