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Spend a full day hopping between sandy islets and famous crescent beaches on a small-group powerboat to Anguilla. Snorkel reef flats with turtles, enjoy an open bar and a light lunch—passport required.
Spend a full day hopping between sandy islets and famous crescent beaches on a small-group powerboat to Anguilla. Snorkel reef flats with turtles, enjoy an open bar and a light lunch—passport required.
A low-slung powerboat cuts a bright arc through turquoise water as Sint Maarten recedes and Anguilla’s pale beaches grow larger—white sand daring you off the ladder and into warm, clear shallows.
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Operated by Billy Bones · Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten
A low-slung powerboat cuts a bright arc through turquoise water as Sint Maarten recedes and Anguilla’s pale beaches grow larger—white sand daring you off the ladder and into warm, clear shallows.
The day unfolds across small stops: a sandbar at Sandy Island where the sea seems to hum, sheltered coves at Little Bay and Meads Bay, and the famous crescent of Shoal Bay when conditions allow. Geologically, Anguilla is a low limestone island uplifted from coral plateaus; its reefs host hard corals and fringing seagrass beds that shelter parrotfish, wrasse and the occasional green turtle. Culturally, the island combines West Indian hospitality, British colonial history and a relaxed rhythm—beach shacks and small villages set a different pace from Sint Maarten's harbors.
Practical guidance: departures are typically 9:00 AM from Cole Bay/Simpson Bay and the excursion runs about seven hours. All travelers must bring a valid passport and expect an Anguilla immigration fee (about $25 pp) payable at check‑in. The tour provides snorkeling gear, unlimited drinks from an open bar, and a simple lunch of sandwiches, fruit and chips. Moderate fitness and basic swimming/snorkeling ability are required; travelers with respiratory or cardiac conditions should consult a doctor.
Pack reef‑safe sunscreen, a towel, swimwear, a light cover-up and motion‑sickness remedies if you’re prone. Expect occasional chop, small-group stops chosen for optimal snorkel conditions, and the chance to step ashore on beaches that feel almost private. This is a practical, sun-forward day on the water—equal parts reef time and lazy beaching.
Yes—every traveler must present a valid passport (passport cards are not accepted).
This tour is not available to cruise ship passengers; departure is from a land meeting point in Simpson Bay/Cole Bay.
Includes boat transport, use of snorkeling equipment, unlimited drinks from an open bar, lunch (sandwiches, fruit and chips), and a local guide; Anguilla immigration fee is extra.
Yes for confident swimmers; all participants complete a health questionnaire and those with certain conditions may be advised not to snorkel.
Billy Bones operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A low-slung powerboat cuts a bright arc through turquoise water as Sint Maarten recedes and Anguilla’s pale beaches grow larger—white sand daring you off the ladder and into warm, clear shallows.
A low-slung powerboat cuts a bright arc through turquoise water as Sint Maarten recedes and Anguilla’s pale beaches grow larger—white sand daring you off the ladder and into warm, clear shallows.
The day unfolds across small stops: a sandbar at Sandy Island where the sea seems to hum, sheltered coves at Little Bay and Meads Bay, and the famous crescent of Shoal Bay when conditions allow. Geologically, Anguilla is a low limestone island uplifted from coral plateaus; its reefs host hard corals and fringing seagrass beds that shelter parrotfish, wrasse and the occasional green turtle. Culturally, the island combines West Indian hospitality, British colonial history and a relaxed rhythm—beach shacks and small villages set a different pace from Sint Maarten's harbors.
Practical guidance: departures are typically 9:00 AM from Cole Bay/Simpson Bay and the excursion runs about seven hours. All travelers must bring a valid passport and expect an Anguilla immigration fee (about $25 pp) payable at check‑in. The tour provides snorkeling gear, unlimited drinks from an open bar, and a simple lunch of sandwiches, fruit and chips. Moderate fitness and basic swimming/snorkeling ability are required; travelers with respiratory or cardiac conditions should consult a doctor.
Pack reef‑safe sunscreen, a towel, swimwear, a light cover-up and motion‑sickness remedies if you’re prone. Expect occasional chop, small-group stops chosen for optimal snorkel conditions, and the chance to step ashore on beaches that feel almost private. This is a practical, sun-forward day on the water—equal parts reef time and lazy beaching.