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What to Do in One Day

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Got only one day on St. Maarten? Here some recommendation of how to spend your day:

Take a tour around the complete island with an experienced guide in a comfortable, air-conditioned van and enjoy all the sights, beach and shopping >>> Jo Junie Tours
  
Shop for amazing jewelry bargains in Philipsburg and get unique island souvenirs at one of the Shipwreck Shops.
g2 girld up close copy Experience on-the-water excitement piloting your very own two-man RHINO Watercraft.  The award-winning Rhino Excursion guides you on your own boat to the best coastal spots  >>>
Experience an authentic square rigged Tall Sip – have a fun sail around the island's coast the old fashioned way >>> Lord Sheffield
You like it faster, with some glamor thrown it, plus scuba diving and even a shark feeding show? Charter a sophisticated motor yacht >>> Top Secret
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Once in St. Maarten, get off that ship fast! There is so much do do on our island. Have more fun (and save money) by signing up with a local taxi or tour operator for a custom made island tour. Jo Junie Tours will create the perfect day on St. Maarten/St. Martin for you!

A stop at Sunset Bar & Grill or the Boat Bar, both located right at the beginning of the runway of St. Maarten's international airport on Maho Beach. Nowhere in the world will you ever be that close to large jets taking off and landing as here!

The Tall Ship Lord Sheffield is a vintage square rigged sailing ship, with wonderful day trips around the coast of our island.

You could also operate your own boat and explore the Caribbean's largest Lagoon. Unsinkable and easy-to-drive Boston Whaler boats are available at Turtle Tours.

A visit to Loterie Farm: this private nature preserve is the green soul of this island, offering hikes, zip-lines, some of the best food available on SXM.

Taking in some rays on Orient Beach: this extensive bay is protected from strong surf by a reef and mostly famous as the location of the Caribbean's leading no-tan-lines resort. The wide beach is lined with excellent restaurants and beach bars, and all kinds of water-sports activities are available.

A glimpse of the megayachts in Simpson Bay: especially during the months from November to May, St. Maarten is the top destinations for the outrages yachts of the super-rich. There are several 300' ships moored in the luxurious marinas, and no, these are not cruise ships but private boats.

While the cruise lines offer a broad range of excursions themselves, consider exploring on your own, off the beaten path. As soon as you walk along the docks, you will notice that St. Maarten's taxi drivers are well organized and you are being offered a variety of excursions and guided tours in an orderly and friendly manner. Even better, inform yourself about available tours here on this website and make your reservation directly with one of the partner companies we endorse.