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Set sail on The Phoenix for a relaxed five-hour luxury catamaran cruise off Sint Maarten. Expect guided snorkeling at Little Bay, a close pass of Maho Beach’s runway, and swimming at Mullet or Simpson Bay with food, drinks, and water toys included.
Set sail on The Phoenix for a relaxed five-hour luxury catamaran cruise off Sint Maarten. Expect guided snorkeling at Little Bay, a close pass of Maho Beach’s runway, and swimming at Mullet or Simpson Bay with food, drinks, and water toys included.
Step off the dock and feel the hull of The Phoenix slide from harbor into the bright Caribbean. The wind fills the twin hulls, spray teases the foredeck, and the island’s limestone ridges and powder beaches open up like a map. You’ll pass Fort Amsterdam’s rocky outline and the low-rise town of Philipsburg before turning west toward Maho and Mullet Bay, where the sea dares you to jump in.
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Operated by Sail The Phoenix · Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
Step off the dock and feel the hull of The Phoenix slide from harbor into the bright Caribbean. The wind fills the twin hulls, spray teases the foredeck, and the island’s limestone ridges and powder beaches open up like a map. You’ll pass Fort Amsterdam’s rocky outline and the low-rise town of Philipsburg before turning west toward Maho and Mullet Bay, where the sea dares you to jump in.
Sint Maarten sits on a single volcanic ridge split by colonial lines; the island’s culture is a portable mix of Dutch and French influences, visible in cuisine and portside chatter. Geologically, the coast drops quickly into reef and sand flats—conditions that make Little Bay a sheltered snorkel classroom where a sunken helicopter and a small subframe rest beneath clear water.
The trip balances spectacle with ease: guided snorkeling for beginners, SUPs and an 18ft floating mat for lazing, and a forward trampoline for sunning. Plan to arrive early to the wooden gazebo at Bobby’s Marina in Philipsburg, bring reef-safe sunscreen, and expect on-board restrooms and a cooked lunch plus cocktails. Watch the runway approach at Maho from the deck—timing depends on flight schedules—and be ready for shallow anchoring at Mullet or Simpson Bay for swimming and paddling.
Practical edge: protect coral by not touching or standing, hydrate between cocktails, and secure small items on the trampoline. This five-hour charter is low-effort but high-reward—ideal for sunseekers who want curated comfort and direct access to Sint Maarten’s best shoreline moments.
Meet at the wooden gazebo in front of Aziana Restaurant at Bobby’s Marina in Philipsburg; check‑in 9:30–9:45 AM.
Yes—guided snorkel tours include equipment and basic instruction suitable for beginners.
Yes—the marina is roughly a 10–15 minute walk from the cruise ship terminal; follow the main street toward Dock Maarten Marina.
Yes—cocktails, beer and non‑alcoholic beverages are available on board as part of the cruise inclusions.
Sail The Phoenix operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Step off the dock and feel the hull of The Phoenix slide from harbor into the bright Caribbean. The wind fills the twin hulls, spray teases the foredeck, and the island’s limestone ridges and powder beaches open up like a map. You’ll pass Fort Amsterdam’s rocky outline and the low-rise town of Philipsburg before turning west toward Maho and Mullet Bay, where the sea dares you to jump in.
Step off the dock and feel the hull of The Phoenix slide from harbor into the bright Caribbean. The wind fills the twin hulls, spray teases the foredeck, and the island’s limestone ridges and powder beaches open up like a map. You’ll pass Fort Amsterdam’s rocky outline and the low-rise town of Philipsburg before turning west toward Maho and Mullet Bay, where the sea dares you to jump in.
Sint Maarten sits on a single volcanic ridge split by colonial lines; the island’s culture is a portable mix of Dutch and French influences, visible in cuisine and portside chatter. Geologically, the coast drops quickly into reef and sand flats—conditions that make Little Bay a sheltered snorkel classroom where a sunken helicopter and a small subframe rest beneath clear water.
The trip balances spectacle with ease: guided snorkeling for beginners, SUPs and an 18ft floating mat for lazing, and a forward trampoline for sunning. Plan to arrive early to the wooden gazebo at Bobby’s Marina in Philipsburg, bring reef-safe sunscreen, and expect on-board restrooms and a cooked lunch plus cocktails. Watch the runway approach at Maho from the deck—timing depends on flight schedules—and be ready for shallow anchoring at Mullet or Simpson Bay for swimming and paddling.
Practical edge: protect coral by not touching or standing, hydrate between cocktails, and secure small items on the trampoline. This five-hour charter is low-effort but high-reward—ideal for sunseekers who want curated comfort and direct access to Sint Maarten’s best shoreline moments.