UTV / ATV Guided Tour in Philipsburg (Hotel & Airbnb Guests)
Back at the ship by about 12:30 pm, 4 h before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 3 h to spare.
Safety margin
- 8:00 amShip docks in St. Maarten20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
- 8:20 amLeave the pierAbout 20 min to the start point
- 8:40 amEarliest tour startTour runs 3 h 30 min. Latest sensible start: 11:40 am.
- 12:10 pmTour ends20 min back to the pier
- 12:30 pmBack at the gangway4 h before all aboard
- 4:30 pmAll aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours
Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.
About this tour
Explore St. Maarten on and off the beaten track with this adrenaline-packed tour. Choose a UTV or ATV, have a safety demonstration and then set off on a tour of the island. Visit both the French and Dutch sides, including stops at Philipsburg Marketplace, Oyster Bay, and Coralita Beach. Perfect for guests who like to add a little thrill to their sightseeing activities. All individuals interested in steering the ATV must bring a valid physical driver's license (not a picture of it on your phone).
Max 28 per group English, Dutch, Spanish
What's included
- In-depth Tutorial on operating the ATV/UTV
- Professional guide
- Use of ATV + helmet + fuel
Not included
- Water activities
- Lounge chairs & umbrellas
- Lunch
- Shuttle fee
Itinerary
- 1Philipsburg MarketplaceTravelers will pass on Front Street in Philipsburg, the capital of the Dutch side.
- 2St Martin / St MaartenOn this guided excursion you will be visiting both the French and Dutch sides of the island.
- 3Orient Bay BeachAt Orient Bay travelers will have the opportunity to walk the beach, use restrooms, purchase beverages and snacks.
- 4Oyster PondAt Oyster Bay travelers will have the opportunity to take pictures of the bright green iguanas. Oyster Bay has views of the neighboring island St. Barths.
- 5Stop 5At Coralita Beach's lookout point, you can participate in what we call "the Moses walk." Here you will "walk on the water" to a nearby island.
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
We're located in the immediate vicinity of Pollos Hermanos Restaurant (Philipsburg branch). The office is in the yard with the Jeeps/ATVs/UTVs.
Check-in is at 8:30AM for the morning tour or 12:30PM for the afternoon tour.
The tour WILL NOT be held back for late arrivals.
We're located in the immediate vicinity of Pollos Hermanos Restaurant (Philipsburg branch). The office is in the yard with the Jeeps/ATVs/UTVs.
Check-in is at 8:30AM for the morning tour or 12:30PM for the afternoon tour.
The tour WILL NOT be held back for late arrivals.
From the cruise pier
About 20 min by taxi
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point
Good to know
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All individuals interested in steering the ATV must present a PHYSICAL valid driver's license (not a picture of the license).
- Max. joint passenger weight per double ATV (= 2 people on the same ATV) = 350 pounds
- Driver's minimum age = 18
- Guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to participate.
- CHECK IN is 8:30AM for the 9AM tour OR 12:30 for the 1PM tour. Late arrivals may not be accommodated.
- Swimwear is recommended if you plan to swim during or after the tour. Please come prepared to get wet.
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