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Private Speed Boat Charter in St Maarten
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Private Speed Boat Charter in St Maarten

By Powerboat Adventures
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Duration: 3–7 hours
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Live guide: English, French
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  • Half day : 3.5hrs // Full day 7hrs
  • Private tour with professional captain / guide
  • Water, soft drinks, beers, rose wine and rum punch available onboard
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Entry/Admission - St Martin / St Maarten
  • Entry/Admission - Tintamarre Island
  • Entry/Admission - Pinel Island
  • Entry/Admission - St Martin / St Maarten
  • Entry/Admission - Maho Beach
What's not included
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • 5$ per person Marine Park fee


Start:
  • Powerboat Adventures, 57 Well Rd, Cole Bay, Sint Maarten
    By the very end of Well Road (SXM DIVERS sign), you can park your car on the parking area, marina entrance is the door on your right. Cruise Ships Passengers You MUST contact us AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE so we can send you instructions to get to a marina at walking distance from the cruise port
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 12993P2

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
    • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 12993P2

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    • 57 Well Rd, Cole Bay, Sint Maarten
      By the very end of Well Road (SXM DIVERS sign), you can park your car on the parking area, marina entrance is the door on your right. Cruise Ships Passengers You MUST contact us AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE so we can send you instructions to get to a marina at walking distance from the cruise port
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    • Powerboat Adventures
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      Joined in August 2012
    • QueenCreole777
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A great day on the water
      We had a great day out to Anguilla with Sam! Sam responded quickly to messages and was very friendly and accommodating to our requests. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a private tour!
      Written June 6, 2024
    • Q4923VMrachelh
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing day on the water exploring St. Maarten & Anguilla!
      This tour with Sam was the perfect way to spend a day while on vacation on St. Maarten. I was looking for something more personal for my family and I found it here with Sam’s tour for sure! Communication prior to the trip was extremely quick and informative, check-in was smooth, and we were out on the water on schedule as planned in the morning. Drinks for adults and kids were provided, as was snorkel gear and lots of floating devices/toys. The boat had plenty of room for our family of 5 and could hold up to 10 comfortably. Sam was a great captain and took us to some amazing beaches (including Anguilla), snorkeling spots, and restaurants around the area. Can’t beat the ride, views, and fun on this private adventure….. in my opinion, so much better than a chartered boat with larger groups on it. Sam even sent us some drone footage that he captured during our day! Thanks Sam, and we will be in touch next time we visit.
      Written April 6, 2024
    • robc11141
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Perfect day
      Our day with Sam was nothing less than sensational! Sam’s expertise with the boat was really reassuring and his knowledge of the places to go was excellent. Highlight for us was an incredible lunch at Karibuni on Pinel Island! Thanks Sam and see you next year! Rob & Kellie
      Written March 2, 2024
    • Relax223801
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing day cruise with great snorkeling and beautiful beaches!
      Amazing day cruise around Sint Maarten and Anguilla with Sam. Nice beaches and snorkeling spots, great restaurant and perfect service. I highly recommend this trip to relax a day on the ocean and the most beautiful beaches in the area.
      Written January 4, 2024
    • 73krysb
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      BEST DAY OF OUR TRIP!
      My husband and I booked the full day boat charter to Anguilla. This was by far the best day we had on our 9 day trip to St. Maarten. We have done several boat charters over the years and I can tell you Sam was one of the best captains we have ever had. He is knowledgeable, kind and incredibly accommodating. He took us to all the most beautiful and secluded beaches and made sure we always had our favorite beverage in hand. Two things that were important to us were cliff jumping and snorkeling. Despite the fact that neither of those are popular in the area, Sam made sure we got it done! His boat is clean and smooth, even in choppy waters. I do a ton of research before booking a boat charter. I could not be happier with my decision to book with Powerboat Adventures and will book again with Sam in the future.
      Written December 11, 2023
    • Angela R
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Day in St. Maarten
      We had a wonderful day with Sam exploring St. Maarten. Snorkeling at Creole Rock was definitely a highlight. Sam gave us pointers on best spots to snorkel to and allowed us as much time as we wanted. We then went and spent the rest of our afternoon at a private beach. It was a great day and we really enjoyed our time with Sam.
      Written October 2, 2023
    • Felix G
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Friend trip
      Had a great time. Nice beaches, organized, easy going. Would definitely repeat the experience. Everyone had a great time.
      Written April 16, 2023
    • Nichelson7
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Anguilla private powerboat trip
      Sam took us on a nice safe trip to Anguilla. Highlights were the marine park where we snorkeled. It was a beautiful day.
      Written April 15, 2023
    • Lissa F
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Lovely exprience!
      Sam took good care of us, and his experience as a captain made us feel super safe on the ride from SXM-Anguilla and back. He took us to some beautiful spots on Anguilla and SXM, and we truly enjoyed our day on the water with our 3 teenaged boys.
      Written March 28, 2023
    • laureni858
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Powerboat charter to Creole Rock and Anguilla
      Our trip with Sam was a memorable experience. Sam arranged the itinerary with what we wanted to do in mind and offered suggestions on the best spots to snorkel, relax and have lunch. We were even able to do some cliff jumping. When a short rain storm came, Sam drove us into a little cove to avoid it. Sam was very polite and quick to respond when planning the trip. We would book another trip with him if returning to the island.
      Written March 6, 2023
    • daniellemG2266IT
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Lovely trip to Anguilla
      Sam was fantastic and professional! Great trip! He recommended a great place for lunch and took us to some gorgeous beaches!
      Written January 1, 2023
    • Kathy46356
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great tour of Anguilla
      What an amazing experience! We booked a full day tour on Anguilla and Sam did not disappoint. He took us to several amazing spots that we thoroughly enjoyed. The boat was great and Sam had plenty of rum punch and beer for us. Definitely a worthwhile investment!
      Written October 24, 2022
    • Mark R
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Our Powerboat Charter to Anguilla
      My wife and I wanted to see more than Saint Martin. Sam was the consummate gentleman and guide. His knowledge of the area was truly amazing, and his control of the boat came in handy when the waves started acting up. From snorkeling to seeing some of the most beautiful homes, our day was more than a pleasure. We decided what we wanted to do, took recommendations from Sam on other viewing pleasures and proceeded to have one of the most enjoyable days of our trip.
      Written September 11, 2022
    • tablankingship
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highlight of our trip every time!
      By far the best boat charter experience on the island! If you want something private while going to the places you want to see without the crowds of others then this is your charter! Sam is always the best captain and knows the best snorkeling spots and makes for a great day on the water!
      Written April 18, 2022
    • Michelle P
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful evening!!
      The crew was wonderful! We were late because of a change in piers (caused by weather), but they insisted on giving us the full 2-hour trip. Tapas from Rainbow were so good, and we all enjoyed getting to try sushi. The captain was knowledgeable and patient with all our questions.
      Written July 2, 2021
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    drewski973
    Hackensack, NJ47 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2020
    First of all I want to thank Captain Sam for easy communication, phenomenal private charter and helping us out with a surprise engagement on the boat. So my friend decided to get engaged on the boat during sunset and Captain Sam helped us out with hiding the flowers and also got a bottle of Champagne for the occasion. He took us snorkeling and to few great locations and beautiful spot for sunset. Boat was filled with drinks, ice and anything you need, plenty of room for our small party of 4, also great choice in music, we actually asked him for his playlist :) I would definitely recommend Captain Sam and his boat to anyone that is looking for a fun day on the boat and lastly his prices were the best. Thanks
    Written February 20, 2020
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    Thank you for your amazing feedback Andrew, it's been such a memorable day, I'm glad we meeted your expectations and hope to see you very soon in St Maarten ! Sam
    Written March 9, 2020
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    Julia H R
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2022 • Couples
    Amazing private charter experience! My husband and I originally planned to take the boat to St. Barth's for the day but when the waves proved too choppy, Captain Sam came up with a great alternative plan that included snorkeling at Tintamarre, lunch at Pinel Island and an extended stop at the gorgeous Baie Longue. The boat was very nice and clean and Sam was professional, thoughtful and made sure we had a great time. He was also transparent about pricing and very responsive via email We would absolutely do this again and highly recommend to everyone!
    Written April 11, 2022
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    FellowTraveler74667
    Summit, NJ2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2019
    Our extended family of seven, including two young kids had a wonderful experience with Sam and his crew while we were in St. Maarten for a day during our cruise over the Christmas Holiday season in 2019. We chartered the boat for a full day. Sam was very professional, knowledgeable and accommodating. We visited multiple spots around the island for snorkeling and swimming on both the dutch and french sides. We also spent some some time on the water fronting Maho Beach watching commercial planes land which was very cool. Soft drinks, beer and wine were provided as part of the charter which was nice and Sam has a nice sounds system so music was played throughout. Another highlight was heading over to a very small island where we had an amazing lunch at a restaurant overlooking the ocean! We won't hesitate to hire Sam and his team again the next time we visit!
    Written January 13, 2020
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    I'm very happy that you enjoyed your experience here with us as well as your lunch in Pinel Island, it is a must-do on a boat day in St Martin ! Hoping to see you very soon :-) Sam
    Written January 23, 2020
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    Captain Lou
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2022
    Our family booked a private charter around St. Maarten for the day with Captain Sam. There were four adults and two children (10 and 13). We visited Creole Rock for some amazing snorkeling followed by a stop at the island of Tintamarre to snorkel and swim alongside sea turtles. Afterwards we went to Pinel Island for an amazing lunch including fresh lobster. Sam called ahead to ensure there was a table ready for us. On the way back Sam took us to several beautiful coves for some additional swimming in crystal clear waters. As we are a family of boaters this charter was a priority on our trip and it did not disappoint. We saw other charter boats with groups, but we are so glad we booked the private charter. We saw so much and we never felt rushed. Sam let us stay as long as we wanted at each location. I did a fair amount of research regarding private charters prior to our trip and I am confident that we made the right choice. I would highly recommend using Powerboat Adventures!
    Written August 30, 2022
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    Thank you for your great review ! Private tours are definitely a great way to avoid the crowd, especially on days with several cruise ships in port !
    Written March 19, 2024
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    Angela K
    Cleveland, OH23 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was a wonderful private charter for a smaller group. There were 6 total of us and it was perfect from the drink selection, to the stops we made to Captain Sam being so informative and fun!!!
    We first went through the lagoon past the mega yatchs which was so cool to see then off to Creole Rock to snorkle. Then we took a 15 min boat ride to Tintamarre, which we were a little nervous about because the waves were a little high but Sam was the best driver and made it so effortless.
    We packed our own lunch and ate on the boat which made more time for exploring. Then we let Sam pick the next places as we were up for anything. He took us to Petite Plage near Grand Case where we swam, hung out on the water mat, and jumped off the boat.
    We made once last stop through the lagoon to the other side of the island to Little Bay to snorkle again near a sunken helicopter.
    Sam made it so easy to book, and his communication was awesome. If you are looking for a private boat charter with a smaller group of friends or family then this is the place to book with.
    It was a perfect day with Family and we have Sam to thank for that! Highly Recommended!
    Written December 17, 2022
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    Thank you so much for your great feedback ! I'm happy that you enjoyed the whole experience ! It is frequent to face high waves on the east side of St Martin, on the way to Tintamarre and Pinel, but the boat captain are designed to keep it safe and comfortable, and if there is any little concern about safety we can change plans and go somewhere else.
    Written March 19, 2024
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    Georgie1219
    Woodstock, GA14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Easily the best part of our cruise. Sam was flexible and knowledgeable. Having the boat to ourselves was worth every penny, especially when you saw how packed the communal charter boats were. We set the itinerary, with Sam’s helpful suggestions, and we set the pace. Do yourself a favor and do a price comparison between a communal charter and private, it’s more than worth the difference!
    Written June 6, 2022
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    Thank you so much for your great review ! Being on a private speed boat is a good way to escape the crowd on the bigger units !
    Written March 19, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    mattropolis
    Atlanta, GA8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2021
    We had an excellent day trip with Sam. We visited multiple snorkeling sites and really had full control of our day. With two young boys they didn't want to just snorkel and Sam accommodated everything we needed. We got to look at fish, swim with turtles, see iguanas and play on some beaches. We really enjoyed our day and having the boat to ourselves made for a fantastic experience.
    Written August 6, 2021
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    Thank you for your awesome review Matt, I'm glad you had a great time with your kids !
    Written August 10, 2021
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    mjfletch63
    Carlsbad, CA20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My wife and I chartered a boat for a full day and Capitaine Sam made sure we had a truly memorable experience. After we told him what we like to do, Sam mapped out a day long adventure of snorkeling, site-seeing, swimming at beautiful beaches, and exploring secluded islands. Sam also set us up for a wonderful lunch at a beachfront restaurant on Isla de Pinel. Mahi and tuna ceviche, tuna on toast drizzled with truffle oil, and a banana infused rum drink to finish it off. 🤤

    C’est magnifique! is the only way to describe the experience. - Especially since it’s probably the only phrase I remember from my two years of French class in high school. ;-)

    10 out of 10. Thank you Sam!
    Written June 21, 2022
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    Merci Beaucoup ! Thank you so much for your great review, and you found the perfect words in french !
    Written March 19, 2024
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    P B
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2021 • Couples
    My wife and I had a blast on Powerboat Advetures. It was way better than doing a catamaran because we were able to snorkel as long as we wanted at any of the stops along the trip. Not only that, it was private so it was just my wife and myself. The crew was very friendly, extremely knowledgeable about where they took us and most importantly fun to hang out with. I highly recommend Powerboat Adventures if your visiting Saint Marteen.
    Written August 7, 2021
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    Thank you for your great review, hoping to see you soon again =)
    Written August 10, 2021
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    Tami
    Lexington, KY3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2022
    Sam is the BEST Captain and as a Travel Agent I will be sending all my clients his way! He gave us exact instructions where to meet as we exited off the ship and he was very professional and hospitable every minute of our time on his boat. He was happy to drive us to places we wanted to see and he added extra places that he thought we would enjoy, and we did! Our highlight was a private island lunch with fresh lobster and then we got to feed the iguanas as well. Sam was all about our comfort and interests and he got us back to our ship on time and with no problems.
    If you want trustworthy and reliable - Sam is your man! Thank you for the memories and for providing us with a wonderful experience on the water. Until next time.......
    Tami - Travel Agent
    316Travels - Lexington, KY
    Written February 15, 2022
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    Thank you so much Tami for your great review, Pinel Island is definitely our favorite lunch place on a boat trip !!
    Written March 19, 2024
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