Best Luxury Catamaran Day Sail St Maarten on The Phoenix (Public)
Description
Step aboard The Phoenix, a spacious sailing catamaran, and spend five unforgettable hours exploring the beautiful coastline of Sint Maarten. Relax on the sundeck with a refreshing drink, enjoy fresh fruit and cake in the morning, and savor a freshly prepared lunch served onboard. During the day, you’ll sail toward Mullet Bay or Simpson Bay, with the chance to watch planes take off and land near the world-famous Maho Beach. Cool off in the warm Caribbean Sea, go snorkeling, enjoy the complimentary water equipment, or simply unwind onboard while taking in the tropical scenery. With delicious food, drinks, swimming, sailing and plenty of time to relax, this shared luxury catamaran experience is the perfect way to enjoy a day in Sint Maarten.
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We will pick you up at Bobby's Marina at the wooden gazebo in front of Aziana's restaurant. After a short safety briefing, we will cast off along the beautiful shoreline of Sint Maarten. Get comfortable on board, and find your own private spot. Our first stop will be at Little Bay. This small pretty beach is well protected by the outcrop of Fort Amsterdam right on the edge of Philipsburg. There you can enjoy a one hour guided snorkel tour with plenty of sea life, a sunken helicopter and submarine. This is the perfect spot to explore the tropical underwater world. For our snorkelling enthusiasts, Little Bay offers one of the rare beach snorkel locations, as the waters here are generally calm due to its 'cove like' nature and also the installation of solid rocky beach breaks. This makes it an ideal spot for children and beginners, and you can also use our selection of water equipment thus there is plenty to do for all of our guests.
We will slowly sail by at Maho Beach, located across the Princess Juliana International Airport runway, where we will watch planes take off and land - depending on plane schedules. We cannot stop there but will try to catch a plane above our mast. An absolutely astonishing view to enjoy while having a cold beverage or socializing at the inside bar. Have yourself a drink (cocktails, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages), and allow our hostesses to spoil you. After watching the planes, we will cast off to our next stop, Mullet Bay.
Our final stop before returning to the dock will be Mullet or Simpson Bay. There, we will drop anchor and enjoy the gorgeous Caribbean Sea. Jump into the water for a swim, float along on a noodle, relax on our 18ft floating mat, or take a ride on one of our kayaks or stand-up paddle board. Enjoy drinks (cocktails, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages) and food on the large aft deck or flybridge, or just relax and enjoy the view on our sundeck lounge. The forward trampoline area is also open to guests, and is ideal for lounging and soaking up the sun. We will cast-off early enough to ensure our cruise ship guests will arrive back at the starting point on time.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1,071)
this was my favorite part of my trip! i went snorkeling and i felt super safe we saw cool fishes, the food was amazing! all the crew were incredibly nice and super funny. i got water in my ear and couldn’t get it out and they helped me immediately. they were super on point with anything needed and had amazing energy! a day i’ll never forget i will be back!
Thank you so much for the kind words and for joining us aboard The Phoenix! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the experience — from the friendly crew to the fresh lunch and the beautiful Caribbean breeze. It’s always our greatest reward to know that our guests leave with great memories and happy smiles. We hope to welcome you back again soon for more sailing, swimming, relaxing… and repeating! Warm wishes from sunny Sint Maarten, The Phoenix’s Crew Sail. Swim. Relax. Repeat. ⛵️🏝️
We had an amazing time on this catamaran tour with Rafi, Rajeed & Camille! From start to finish, the crew was friendly, professional, and made sure everyone had a great experience. The catamaran was clean, spacious, and comfortable, with plenty of room to relax and enjoy the beautiful views of Sint Maarten. The lunch provided was delicious and exceeded our expectations, and the open bar kept the drinks flowing throughout the trip. The snorkeling stop was definitely a highlight. The crew made everyone feel safe and provided all the equipment we needed.
Thank you so much for the kind words and for joining us aboard The Phoenix! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the experience — from the friendly crew to the fresh lunch and the beautiful Caribbean breeze. It’s always our greatest reward to know that our guests leave with great memories and happy smiles. We hope to welcome you back again soon for more sailing, swimming, relaxing… and repeating! Warm wishes from sunny Sint Maarten, The Phoenix’s Crew Sail. Swim. Relax. Repeat. ⛵️🏝️
My family of four recently went on the 5-hour Catamaran Tour with Phoenix, and unfortunately, it wasn't the experience we were hoping for. The captain and crew were very friendly, attentive, and accommodating throughout the trip, and the food was actually very good. However, the biggest issue was the locations where we stopped to snorkel and have lunch. Each stop was close to shore where the water was extremely rough. Both my daughter and I became so seasick that we ended up vomiting, which made it impossible to enjoy the excursion or even the meal. We've been on at least three other catamaran excursions throughout the Caribbean, and those tours anchored farther offshore where the water was much calmer. This experience was noticeably rougher than anything we've encountered before. One other suggestion would be to make non-alcoholic beverages more visible and readily available. It seemed like alcohol was constantly being offered, while you had to specifically ask for other drink options. Not everyone wants to drink alcohol throughout the excursion. While I truly appreciated the kindness of the captain and crew, the rough conditions at every stop made this tour disappointing for our family.
Thank you for taking the time to share your honest feedback. We’re very sorry that the sea conditions, which were rougher than usual that day, caused you and your daughter to feel so unwell and prevented your family from fully enjoying the experience. Our captain selected the stops based on the conditions and safety considerations that day, but we completely understand how disappointing the trip must have been, especially compared with the calmer catamaran excursions you’ve experienced elsewhere. We also appreciate your comments regarding the non-alcoholic beverages. Water, sodas and juices are always available, but they should be offered just as clearly and proactively as the alcoholic options. Thank you for recognizing the kindness and attentiveness of our captain and crew, as well as the quality of the food. We truly appreciate your feedback and will use it to help improve the experience for future guests. - The Phoenix Crew
The entire crew was pleasant, attentive, and hardworking! Definitely recommend!
Ahoy Tarac, Thank you so much for the kind words and for joining us aboard The Phoenix! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the experience — from the friendly crew to the fresh lunch and the beautiful Caribbean breeze. It’s always our greatest reward to know that our guests leave with great memories and happy smiles. We hope to welcome you back again soon for more sailing, swimming, relaxing… and repeating! Warm wishes from sunny Sint Maarten, The Phoenix’s Crew Sail. Swim. Relax. Repeat. ⛵️🏝️
The best part of my trip, hands down! The staff was amazing and constantly checked on us to make sure we were having a great time. The food was delicious, the drinks were incredible, and the overall experience was a 10/10. Everything exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend this yacht experience to anyone visiting St. Maarten!
Ahoy Stania, Thank you so much for the kind words and for joining us aboard The Phoenix! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the experience — from the friendly crew to the fresh lunch and the beautiful Caribbean breeze. It’s always our greatest reward to know that our guests leave with great memories and happy smiles. We hope to welcome you back again soon for more sailing, swimming, relaxing… and repeating! Warm wishes from sunny Sint Maarten, The Phoenix’s Crew Sail. Swim. Relax. Repeat. ⛵️🏝️
Boat ride didn’t take place due to mechanical mishaps. I would have appreciated a call or email prior to event time so a trip wasn’t wasted. Still awaiting refund.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and understand how frustrating it was to arrive only to learn that the trip could not go ahead. Our engines were tested that morning, and the mechanical issue was discovered shortly before departure, leaving us very little time to contact every guest before arrival. Your refund has been processed. As the cancellation occurred over the weekend, it may take several business days to appear in your account, depending on your bank. We’re truly sorry for the disruption to your plans and appreciate your patience and understanding. - The Phoenix Crew
I had a great time on this snorkel tour. The crew was amazing!
Thank you so much for the kind words and for joining us aboard The Phoenix! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the experience — from the friendly crew to the fresh lunch and the beautiful Caribbean breeze. It’s always our greatest reward to know that our guests leave with great memories and happy smiles. We hope to welcome you back again soon for more sailing, swimming, relaxing… and repeating! Warm wishes from sunny Sint Maarten, The Phoenix’s Crew Sail. Swim. Relax. Repeat. ⛵️🏝️
The crew of the Phoenix was fantastic. Even though Viator allows booking for families with children, the catamaran is really meant for teens to adults. They didn’t have child size fins, life vests, and snorkeling equipment. The crew was professional, courteous, and respectful. They returned us to the dock early and dropped us off with a full refund as they could not accommodate our needs. I recommend this catamaran snorkel excursion for adults and late teens.
Thank you for your kind words about our crew. We’re glad they were able to assist your family professionally and respectfully, and we appreciate your understanding. We do want to clarify that The Phoenix does carry children’s (and infants) life vests and snorkeling equipment. For safety reasons, children under 8 years old are generally not provided with fins. Children 8 and older may use fins if they are confident swimmers, the fins fit properly, and our crew determines they can use them safely. We’re sorry we weren’t the right fit for your family’s needs that day, but we’re happy our team was able to return you safely and provide a full refund. Thank you again for your feedback and recommendation. - The Phoenix Crew
Staff was great and very helpful! Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for the kind words and for joining us aboard The Phoenix! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the experience — from the friendly crew to the fresh lunch and the beautiful Caribbean breeze. It’s always our greatest reward to know that our guests leave with great memories and happy smiles. We hope to welcome you back again soon for more sailing, swimming, relaxing… and repeating! Warm wishes from sunny Sint Maarten, The Phoenix’s Crew Sail. Swim. Relax. Repeat. ⛵️🏝️
Very great experience. We had an amazing time! Would 100% recommend to both family and friends who visit the island!
Thank you so much for the kind words and for joining us aboard The Phoenix! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the experience — from the friendly crew to the fresh lunch and the beautiful Caribbean breeze. It’s always our greatest reward to know that our guests leave with great memories and happy smiles. We hope to welcome you back again soon for more sailing, swimming, relaxing… and repeating! Warm wishes from sunny Sint Maarten, The Phoenix’s Crew Sail. Swim. Relax. Repeat. ⛵️🏝️
