Great Bay Jet Ski 30-Minute or 1-Hour Rental

4.8 (110 reviews)1 h–2 hSt. MaartenFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 10:40 am, 5 h 50 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 4 h 50 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 pierThis tour meets at the pier
  3. 8:30 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 1 h–2 h; we plan for 2 h. Latest sensible start: 1:20 pm.
  4. 10:30 am
    Tour ends10 min back to the pier
  5. 10:40 am
    Back at the gangway5 h 50 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 up to 2 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:30 am and be back at the gangway around 10:40 am — 4 h 50 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 11:40 am or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.

The operator picks up at the cruise port (it is on their pickup list), so the trip to the start point is part of the tour. We allow 10 min to walk off and find the pickup; look for the ground-transportation area outside Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility (Port St. Maarten), Harbour Point Village.

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

Located in the heart of Philipsburg, Great Bay Beach you will find the BEST Jet Ski Rental in Sint Maarten!

Explore Great Bay , Philipsburg by choosing the 30 minute or 60 minute rental options. Or you can choose the 90 minute guided option.

Be astonished while experiencing all our amazing coastal paradise and its turquoise blue water has to offer. For the rental options, feel confident as you are accompanied by one of our experienced crew mates who will ride along side you on their own Jet Ski to maximize your adventure.

Enjoy all of our coves and small hidden gems feeling safe and secure.

English, Spanish

What's included

  • Use of Jetski + Life Jacket + Fuel
  • In-depth Tutorial on operating the Jetski
  • Professional Tour Guide when choosing Tour Option

Not included

  • Shuttle Fee from Cruise Terminal
  • Lunch

Itinerary

The #1 Jetski experience in ST. MAARTEN! Booking with us is fast and easy! After you make your reservation, you will receive confirmation via email. Simply print your your confirmation and present it to our agent upon arrival. With great vehicles comes great pricing as well. We ensure every customer receives excellent rates. Our rates are guaranteed to be the most competitive and always up to date with the current market standards. Specials are also always provided for our loyal customers who receive discounts each time they book with us! Customer service is a #1 priority for us at The Jeep Plug. We take pride to ensure every customer leaves our facilities with a warm, happy feeling, and a great experience which makes them always want to return and rent from us. Our Agents diligently assist in any area to ensure our customers always leave satisfied, without inconveniences, and knowing that they have been taken care of with the utmost effort.

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
Rum & Reggae Beach Bar is where you will check in for the Jetski Rental. This is also the beach where the jetskis leave from.
Rum & Reggae Beach Bar is where you will check in for the Jetski Rental. This is also the beach where the jetskis leave from.
From the cruise pier
Meets at the pier
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. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In order to operate Jetski MUST BE Age 18+ Physical valid government-issued ID required. WILL NOT ACCEPT PHOTOS
  • Guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs WILL NOT be permitted to participate.
  • Guests must check in 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
  • ALL participants MUST present a valid government-issued ID
  • Each jet ski can accommodate up to 2 participants (subject to a 350 pound weight limit per jet ski).

Traveler reviews

4.8
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