The Best Shore Excursion
in St. Maarten
Bobby's Marina is a 10–15 minute walk from the cruise terminal. Depart at 10 AM, back by 3 PM — you'll never miss all-aboard.
Disembark at the Great Bay cruise terminal in Philipsburg, St. Maarten.
Turn left along the Philipsburg boardwalk. No taxi needed — it's a flat, easy walk along the waterfront.
Look for the wooden gazebo in front of Aziana's Restaurant, 22 Juancho Yrausquin Blvd. Check in by 9:45 AM — we depart at 10 AM sharp.
Built Around Your Port Day
Every detail of the Luxury Day Sail is designed with cruise passengers in mind — from the walk-to-dock location to the guaranteed 3 PM return.
Back by 3 PM — Every Time
Tours depart at 10 AM and return to Bobby's Marina by 3 PM. You'll never miss your all-aboard, and there's usually time to walk around Philipsburg before heading back to the ship.
10–15 Min Walk from the Terminal
Bobby's Marina is approximately a 10–15 minute walk from the cruise ship terminal — no taxi required. Step off your ship and you're practically at the dock.
1,670+ Five-Star Reviews
Cruise passengers are our most loyal reviewers. Over 20,000 guests have sailed with us — and the reviews speak for themselves on Google and TripAdvisor.
Capped at 36 Guests
We deliberately limit shared day sails to 36 guests — 70% of capacity — so you always have space to relax, not a crowded party boat experience.
Everything Included
Open bar, freshly cooked lunch from the galley, snorkel gear, and paddle boards. No hidden extras, no upsells on the water.
Full Refund if Your Ship Doesn't Arrive
If your cruise ship does not arrive in St. Maarten, you receive a full refund — no questions asked. Book with complete confidence.
From the Pier to The Phoenix
Step Off Your Ship
Disembark at the Great Bay cruise terminal in Philipsburg, St. Maarten.
Walk to Bobby's Marina
Turn left along the Philipsburg boardwalk — Bobby's Marina is approximately a 10–15 minute walk from the terminal. No taxi needed.
Check In & Set Sail
Look for the wooden gazebo in front of Aziana's Restaurant, 22 Juancho Yrausquin Blvd. Check in by 9:45 AM. We depart at 10 AM sharp.
Common Questions from Cruise Guests
Don't Spend Your Port Day on the Pier
Five hours on the Caribbean Sea — snorkeling, sailing, open bar, freshly cooked lunch, and the iconic Maho Beach plane-watching sail-by. Back by 3 PM, every time. Use code STP10 to save 10% on the shared Luxury Day Sail when you book direct.
Sail The Phoenix offers the best cruise ship excursions in St. Maarten for passengers arriving at the Great Bay cruise terminal in Philipsburg. Our catamaran shore excursion departs from Bobby's Marina — just a 10–15 minute walk from the pier — at 10 AM daily, returning by 3 PM so you never miss all-aboard. The Luxury Day Sail includes guided snorkeling at Little Bay, the iconic Maho Beach plane-watching sail-by, a freshly cooked lunch from the galley, and an open bar throughout. With over 1,670 five-star reviews on Google and TripAdvisor, The Phoenix is St. Maarten's top-rated cruise port excursion.