Top St Maarten Eco Tours

Visit the island's highest peak, take a nature walk and go snorkeling on this 4-hour nature tour from Philipsburg. With your expert nature guide, head to the top of Pic Paradis, the tallest peak on the island, for views of the landscape and the sea beyond. At a saltwater pond, get glimpses of local wildlife like lizards, birds and iguanas. Then dive in to a calm bay to explore the underwater world on a snorkeling adventure. Along the way, stop for coffee, tea and cake. Round-trip transportation from select hotels is included.

Step away from it all and stretch your legs on this scenic coastal hike through Guana Bay. Upon arrival, you will receive a bottle of water and a snack bar from your friendly guide. After a safety briefing, you will follow quiet, natural trails along the rugged eastern coastline where your guide will tell you about some of the island’s history and point out natural rock formations and unique flora and fauna. Enjoy the spectacular views of neighboring islands and listen to the waves at Geneve Bay’s pebble beach, where you can relax before your hike back. Make sure you bring your camera; the views are spectacular

Take a catamaran around the island of St. Maarten for a day of swimming, snorkeling, and sightseeing. Traverse the crystal clear waters by boat and drop anchor at some of the best snorkel spots including Grand Case Creole Rock, Tintamarre, and Pinel in the French Nature Reserve. Discover the island’s diverse marine life, sunbathe on pristine beaches, and enjoy a delicious lunch and an open bar on board.

Paddle across the largest saltwater lagoon in the Antilles on a guided kayak expedition. Your tour begins at Kim Sha Beach in Simpson Bay. Upon arrival receive a kayaking lesson and safety orientation before setting off on your sit-on-top kayak. You will follow your guide at a leisurely pace across the largest saltwater lagoon in the Antilles and marvel at the magnificent mega yachts that make St. Maarten their winter base from November to April. During your paddle your guide will point out sights of interest, including the imaginary water border between the Dutch and French sides of the island. A brief stop gives you a chance to rest your muscles as well as learn about the island’s vibrant history and the lagoon’s complex ecosystem before paddling back to Kim Sha for a refreshing dip in the ocean and a well deserved complimentary beverage.

Enjoy a full day private sailing trip in the beautiful Marine Park aboard a 38 ft catamaran (up to 12 persons), sail to Tintamare island and snorkel with colored reef fish, sea turtles and relax on the beach. Sail to Creole rock (best snorkeling) and discover Pinel island.

Explore the pristine island of Saba on this 8-hour day trip from St Maarten. With your local guide, board a boat on St Maarten for the 1.5-hour journey by sea to Saba, making landing at Fort Bay. Spend the day diving, snorkeling and experiencing the unspoiled natural surroundings on this remote island. Tour the island on foot, which includes moderately strenuous hiking, or by taxi. Round-trip transportation from select St Maarten hotels is available during the week.

This private tour in a Jeep Wrangler is a fun and effective way to see the island. You drive as a local guide leads the way to some of St. Maarten’s popular tourist spots. Highlights include Orient Bay Beach, Grand Case, Mullet Bay Beach, and Maho Beach. Pricing includes up to five people.