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10 Best Snorkeling In St Maarten

The St Maarten standouts.

The 10 snorkeling most travellers book in St Maarten. What's included, where they go, and what the on-the-ground experience is like.

10 Best Snorkeling In St Maarten

Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten

Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten - Dock Maarten to Tintamarre Island: the French reserve start

1.Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten

Most Popular★ 5.0

A small-group speedboat day around St Maarten: snorkeling with turtles, scenic beaches, a French reserve, Dutch views, and jets at Maho.

“What a great day we had with Captain Brent and Dillon. We arrived on a princess cruise ship for the day. Directions were very specific on the 15 minute walk where to meet them. We had an awesome day in Saint Martin! We went to two snorkRead more”

4,336 reviewsFrom $139.00by Captain Bob's Soualiga Destinations Boat Tours

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Mini-Speed Boat 3 Hour Snorkeling Adventure

Mini-Speed Boat 3 Hour Snorkeling Adventure - From the Dutch Side to French Coast Vibes: Picking Creole Rock vs Happy Bay

2.Mini-Speed Boat 3 Hour Snorkeling Adventure

★ 4.5

Self-drive mini-speedboat snorkeling off St Maarten. Ride with a guide, snorkel around turtles, then cruise bays and beaches.

“The logistics in trying to get the tour started was very slow. Be prepared to get wet. The ride was awesome, guides were very helpful and the snorkeling was great!”

752 reviewsFrom $199.00by Rhino Safari Excursions

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Billy Bones St. Maarten Getaway , Snorkeling with Turtles

Billy Bones St. Maarten Getaway , Snorkeling with Turtles - Pinel Island, Tintamarre Island, and Creole Rock: where the snorkeling really earns its keep

CAPTAIN ALAN’S 4hr -3 Islands-snorkeling-turtles-beach ADVENTURE

CAPTAIN ALAN'S 4hr -3 Islands-snorkeling-turtles-beach ADVENTURE - Price and Logistics: What You’ll Actually Pay

4.CAPTAIN ALAN’S 4hr -3 Islands-snorkeling-turtles-beach ADVENTURE

★ 5.0

Small-group boat trip from St Maarten to Tintamarre and Pinel for snorkeling, beaches, and sea turtle chances, with snacks and gear.

“What a fun day was had by all! Captain Miles and Alaina are the best crew anyone could ask for. So friendly and knowledgeable about the island. Offered suggestions of things to do after the tour. Even had a nice conversation about lRead more”

431 reviewsFrom $99.00by Captain Alan's Boat Charters

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Tropical Catamaran Snorkeling & Sailing

Tropical Catamaran Snorkeling & Sailing - From Eagle Tours to Bobby’s Marina: The Logistics That Matter

5.Tropical Catamaran Snorkeling & Sailing

★ 5.0

Sail St Maarten on a tropical catamaran with snorkeling gear, calm-coast stops, Maho plane watching, and an open bar plus buffet lunch.

“Our group of 13 was initially trying to book a catamaran trip with a different company that was full (June 26, 2025) After doing some research, I rolled the dice and booked this trip. We were so grateful! We set sail with Captain Josh and Crew aboard the Too Rhum Punch for a fantastic voyage.…”

353 reviewsFrom $132.08by Eagle Tours N.V.

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Tropical Catamaran Snorkeling, Sailing And Beach Experience

Tropical Catamaran Snorkeling, Sailing And Beach Experience - Between Stops: Trampoline Sun, Shade, and Drinks That Keep Pace

6.Tropical Catamaran Snorkeling, Sailing And Beach Experience

★ 5.0

Sail St Maarten’s calm leeward coast on a catamaran with snorkeling stops, BBQ lunch, and an open bar, plus dinghy access to beaches.

“Amazing day with a wonderful boat crew! Went with our adult children and had such a wonderful experience! Food and unlimited drinks plus lots of fun! Captain Josh, Mataus and 0007 were a truly fantastic crew!”

285 reviewsFrom $132.08by Eagle Tours N.V.

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Speed Boat & Snorkeling Tour Pinel & Tintamarre Islands for CRUISE SHIP GUESTS

Speed Boat & Snorkeling Tour Pinel & Tintamarre Islands for CRUISE SHIP GUESTS - Tintamarre Island: sea turtles in a protected reserve

7.Speed Boat & Snorkeling Tour Pinel & Tintamarre Islands for CRUISE SHIP GUESTS

★ 5.0

Half-day St Maarten speedboat plus snorkeling at Tintamarre and Creole Rock, lunch on Pinel Island, and plane photos at Maho.

“We had the best time! We saw lots of colorful fish at Creole Rock, swam with sea turtles at Tintamarre Island, enjoyed a delicious lunch and unlimited drinks, swam at the most beautiful beaches, and saw planes fly right over the boat! This tour is highly recommended!”

133 reviewsFrom $139.00by Captain Flint Boat Charters

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St Maarten Shore Excursion: Snorkeling and Speed Boat Tour

St Maarten Shore Excursion: Snorkeling and Speed Boat Tour - Meeting point, start time, and what your morning looks like

8.St Maarten Shore Excursion: Snorkeling and Speed Boat Tour

★ 5.0

Speedboat tour from Philipsburg with snorkeling at Creole Rock, turtle waters at Tintamarre, Pinel Island, and a Maho plane view.

“After looking at 2 other tours we decided on this Snorkeling and Speed Boat Tour in order to have a more personalized experience on the water. There were 4 of us, 1 couple and 2 girlfriends for a total of 8 on the boat! It was awesome. Anthonie (Captain) and Oxana (1st mate) were awesome…”

99 reviewsFrom $129.00by Captain Flint Boat Charters

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Cristal Speed boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten

Cristal Speed boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten - Onboard: how the Cristal crew keeps the day moving

9.Cristal Speed boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten

★ 5.0

6-hour St Maarten speedboat with Creole Rock snorkeling, sea turtles at Tintamarre, Pinel lunch, and Maho Beach plane views.

“Captain Thomas and crew gave us a great excursion. We snorkeled with Turtles then moved to a reef with many colored fish. We could jump off the sides of the boat and not have to wait to climb down the single ladder. We had sandwiches aRead more”

39 reviewsFrom $139.00by All About Boat Charters

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St.Maarten Nature, Hike & Snorkeling

St.Maarten Nature, Hike & Snorkeling - Meeting in Philipsburg: where to start and what to bring

10.St.Maarten Nature, Hike & Snorkeling

★ 5.0

Hike Fort Amsterdam, snorkel from the shore for 45–60 minutes, then relax at Great Bay Beach with chairs, shade, and soft water fun.

“A bit disorganized as we booked transfers from the port and ended up having to take an pay for a taxi. The one other person on our tour took a provided shuttle from the port that we were not told about. I am still waiting to hear back from Read more”

27 reviewsFrom $75.00by Island Life Explorer

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