The Original Farewell Tour: Sailing Around the Island, Snorkel, Beach and More
8 hours (Approx.)
Pickup from select hotels
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Keeping you safe during COVID-19
What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Overview
Spend the day sailing St Maarten's waters on a catamaran, stopping at secluded islands and snorkeling in the calm Caribbean waters. During this full-day excursion, explore some of the islands unspoiled beaches and snorkel off the shore. Dig in to a 3-course gourmet lunch at one of Grand Case's famed restaurants accompanied by French wine. Climb back aboard the boat for a final ocean jaunt and a chance for one last dip in the ocean. Round-trip transportation from St Maarten hotels is included.
- Cruise around the tropical island of St. Maarten
- Three stops for swimming, snorkeling and other water activities
- 3-course lunch with wine
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Following pickup at your hotel on St Maarten, transfer to the harbor to meet your catamaran. Climb aboard and meet your expert captain and crew, then find a spot on the deck to watch the shoreline recede as the boat makes its way out into the turquoise Caribbean waters.
Make your first stop at one of the island's most lauded beaches; Happy Bay, Baie Rouge or La Samanna, depending on the day's conditions. Upon arrival at any one of these unspoiled beaches, spend time walking the sandy shore, swimming in the calm waters or snorkeling. The crew is on hand to provide you with any instruction or guidance you may need, and all snorkeling equipment and floating lounges are available for use.
Go ashore at Grand Case, the island's culinary capital, to enjoy a delicious, three course lunch. Sit down at one of the restaurants the line the beach, enjoying the ocean breeze and sunshine along with your delectable food. After lunch, explore Grand Case or take a dip in the ocean during some free time.
Back aboard the boat, continue sailing around the island toward Orient Bay and even be served a glass of champagne as the sun sets. At either Anse Marcel or Green Cay, jump in the water for the day's final dip in the ocean. The boat will then head back to the dock at Great Bay, where you'll disembark and be dropped off back at your hotel.
Make your first stop at one of the island's most lauded beaches; Happy Bay, Baie Rouge or La Samanna, depending on the day's conditions. Upon arrival at any one of these unspoiled beaches, spend time walking the sandy shore, swimming in the calm waters or snorkeling. The crew is on hand to provide you with any instruction or guidance you may need, and all snorkeling equipment and floating lounges are available for use.
Go ashore at Grand Case, the island's culinary capital, to enjoy a delicious, three course lunch. Sit down at one of the restaurants the line the beach, enjoying the ocean breeze and sunshine along with your delectable food. After lunch, explore Grand Case or take a dip in the ocean during some free time.
Back aboard the boat, continue sailing around the island toward Orient Bay and even be served a glass of champagne as the sun sets. At either Anse Marcel or Green Cay, jump in the water for the day's final dip in the ocean. The boat will then head back to the dock at Great Bay, where you'll disembark and be dropped off back at your hotel.
Itinerary
Your first stop is at one of the island's best beaches - either La Samanna, Baie Rouge or Happy Bay, depending on the choice selected by the crew on the day. Enjoy one of these unspoiled beaches, explore the surrounding area looking for shells or swim in the crystal-clear water. The friendly crew will provide you with free beach floats and snorkeling equipment, and will be available for any help or instruction you may need.
Time for a nice French Baguette mini sandwich (Turkey Ham & Cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and Tuna salad prepared by our hostess.
Duration: 2 hours
Admission Ticket Free
The next leg of your round-island sailing voyage takes you past Orient Bay in direction of either Green Cay or Anse Marcel. Here, you'll enjoy a final dip in the ocean before returning to the dock in Great Bay and toast the day with French Champagne
Duration: 4 hours
Admission Ticket Free
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Traveler Tips
- "There are less expensive options, on the island, but do yourself a favor and spend the extra couple dollars on The Original Farewell Tour." See review
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Product code: 2812GOLDEN
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