St Maarten Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman Adventure

4.0 (4 reviews)3 hSt. MaartenFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 12:00 pm, 4 h 30 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 3 h 30 min to spare.

Safety margin
Ship in portGetting ashore (20 min)Safety margin (1 h)All aboard 4:30 pm
  1. 8:00 am
    Ship docks in St. Maarten20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
  2. 8:20 am
    Leave the pierAbout 20 min to the start point
  3. 8:40 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 3 h. Latest sensible start: 12:10 pm.
  4. 11:40 am
    Tour ends20 min back to the pier
  5. 12:00 pm
    Back at the gangway4 h 30 min before all aboard
  6. 4:30 pm
    All 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.

Our verdict

This tour fits a typical St. Maarten call (8:00 am–4:30 pm). It runs 3 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:40 am and be back at the gangway around 12:00 pm — 3 h 30 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.

Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 1:00 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.

We don't have a verified start point for this tour yet, so we assume 20 min each way from the pier — the typical ride in St. Maarten. Check the meeting point on the booking page.

Among the 400 St. Maarten shore excursions we track, this is one of the shorter ones (the median runs 4 h); 77% of them fit a typical call.

Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical St. Maarten call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.

About this tour

Take St. Maarten adventure to new heights with breathtaking Caribbean views and the ultimate adrenaline rush on the legendary Flying Dutchman!

Start aboard the Soualiga Sky Explorer for a scenic 25-minute climb to Sentry Hill, the island’s highest point at 1,125 ft. At the summit, step onto panoramic platforms and take in spectacular 360° views of St. Maarten and the surrounding Caribbean islands.

Then it’s time to fly. Strap into a secure chair-style harness and take on The Flying Dutchman — the world’s steepest zipline. Launch from the mountainside and reach speeds of up to 56 mph, dropping an incredible 1,050 ft (320 m) in elevation over 2,800 ft (853 m).

Soak in the Caribbean from the top, then experience the mountain at full speed on the way down. One incredible view. One legendary flight. One St. Maarten adventure you’ll be talking about long after you land.

Max 80 per group English, French, Spanish

What's included

  • Sky Explorer
  • Entry/Admission - Rainforest Adventures St Maarten - Rockland Estate
  • Certified Tour Guides
  • Top Of Sentry Hill
  • The Flying Dutchman
  • Access to Emilio Wilson Museum

Not included

  • Food and drinks (Available at Restaurant)
  • Transportation
  • Photos and souvenirs of your activity.
  • Gratuities

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
Please arrive directly at Rainforest Adventures St. Maarten – Rockland Estate at least 30 minutes before your selected tour time for check-in. Please make sure to arrive on time, as your reservation is valid for the specific time slot selected at booking.
Please arrive directly at Rainforest Adventures St. Maarten – Rockland Estate at least 30 minutes before your selected tour time for check-in. Please make sure to arrive on time, as your reservation is valid for the specific time slot selected at booking.
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.
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age to participate is 11 years old.
  • Guests Are Required To Wear Close-Toed Shoes
  • Please arrive directly at Rainforest Adventures St. Maarten – Rockland Estate at least 30 minutes before your selected tour time for check-in. Your reservation is valid for the specific time slot selected at booking.
  • Transportation is not included. Guests are responsible for making their own way to Rockland Estate.
  • After your experience, taxis are available outside Rockland Estate to take you back to the cruise port, your hotel, or your next destination.
  • Allow approximately 1.5 to 3 hours for the complete experience, depending on attendance and wait times at the park.
  • This experience requires suitable weather conditions. If canceled due to weather, guests will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
  • Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
  • Height range: minimum 52 inches – maximum 80 inches.
  • Weight range: minimum 100 pounds – maximum 275 pounds.

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