St. Maarten Sky Explorer, Flying Dutchman & Sentry Hill Adventure

5 hSt. MaartenFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 2:00 pm, 2 h 30 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 1 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 5 h. Latest sensible start: 10:10 am.
  4. 1:40 pm
    Tour ends20 min back to the pier
  5. 2:00 pm
    Back at the gangway2 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 5 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:40 am and be back at the gangway around 2:00 pm — 1 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 3:00 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 about average in length (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

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at St. Maarten’s Rockland Estate, combining four completely different experiences in one action-packed visit!

Take in breathtaking Caribbean views aboard the Soualiga Sky Explorer, then switch gears on the Schooner Ride, surfing down the mountainside in an inner tube through the curves and straightaways of a specially designed dry track.

Next, head toward Sentry Hill and soar across the mountain ridge on the Sentry Hill Zipline. Then take on the ultimate thrill: The Flying Dutchman — the world’s steepest zipline. Secured in a chair-style harness, launch down the mountain on an exhilarating 2,800-ft (853 m) ride with a 1,050-ft (320 m) elevation drop.

Along the way, enjoy incredible photo opportunities and discover the history of Rockland Estate and the Emilio Wilson Museum.

Scenic views, mountainside tubing, two completely different zipline experiences, and one legendary Flying Dutchman — all in one St. Maarten adventure.

Max 80 per group English, French

What's included

  • Sky Explorer chairlift rides up to the top of Sentry Hill!
  • Entry/Admission - Rainforest Adventures St Maarten - Rockland Estate
  • Additional attractions: Emilio Wilson Museum, Natural Trails, and scenic viewpoints!
  • Flying Dutchman, the steepest zip line chair ride in the world!
  • Sentry Hill Zip Line!
  • Schooner Ride specially designed dry land inner tube ride down the mountain!

Not included

  • Food and drinks (Available at Restaurant)
  • Transportation
  • Gratuities
  • Photos and souvenirs

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.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age to participate is 7 years old.
  • Guests Are Required To Wear Close-Toed Shoes
  • No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in St. Maarten at all
  • Please arrive directly at Rainforest Adventures St. Maarten – Rockland Estate at least 30 minutes before your selected tour time for check-in.
  • 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.
  • To participate in all attractions, guests must meet the individual height and weight requirements above. Purchasing a child ticket does not guarantee eligibility for every attraction.
  • Allow up to 5 hours for the complete experience, depending on attendance and wait times at the park.
  • Long hair should be securely tied back during the adventure activities.
  • Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
  • Ticket Validity: Your ticket is valid only for the date and departure time selected at the time of booking. Guests arriving at a different time cannot be guaranteed admission or accommodated on another departure.
  • Schooner Ride: Height 42–80 in (107–203 cm); maximum weight 275 lb (125 kg). One guest per tube, and children must be able to hold on independently.
  • Sentry Hill Zipline: Height 52–80 in (132–203 cm); weight 80–275 lb (36–125 kg).
  • Flying Dutchman: Height 52–80 in (132–203 cm); weight 100–275 lb (45–125 kg).

Operated by Cruise Shore Expeditions. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.

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