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15 Best St Maarten Snorkeling Boat Tours

The snorkel runs around the island: speedboat tours with turtle stops at the grass beds, mini-boats you pilot yourself and three-island circuits with beach time built in. The turtles hold their patches year round; the captains know each one.

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

Discover St. Maarten with this 6-hour speedboat tour featuring snorkeling, beaches, and airport views. Family-friendly, small group, all-inclusive.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“The Captain Bob crew were fantastic! They pack in a lot of stops and fun adventures, although it never feels rushed. On this day of American Thanksgiving 2025, I am grateful for the experience and the wonderful people who were a part of it. We…”

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3.Billy Bones St. Maarten Getaway , Snorkeling with Turtles

Experience a full day of snorkeling, beaches, and island exploration in St. Maarten with guides known for their expertise, delicious lunch, and lively bar.

★ 5.0

“Jad and Noah were amazing today! Shared so much history with our group, considered our every need, and provided us with incredible memories. LoLo’s for lunch was amazing; such a fabulous local restaurant! We would do this tour again.”

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4.Boomerang’s Best of St. Martin/Maarten: Swim with Turtles

Experience a full-day boat tour around St. Maarten with snorkeling, turtle encounters, paddleboarding, and a delicious BBQ, all aboard a spacious catamaran.

★ 5.0

“I was worried about not being able to do this with my wife because I can’t swim. But fortunately they do offer life jackets which made it worthwhile. I ended up snorkeling more than anyone else, at least I think I did. So don’t feel…”

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

Experience the highlights of St. Maarten with Captain Alan’s 4-hour island-hopping snorkeling tour, visiting Tintamarre, Pinel, and St. Martin, with turtles and vibrant marine life.

★ 5.0

“Wonderful outing! Miles and Alissa were the perfect boat hosts and showed us a good time. We got to see sea turtles and all kinds of other fish and stopped at two different places for snorkeling. They also made a rough sea fun!”

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9.Anguilla – Discovery Speed Boat tour

Experience the best of Anguilla with a 7-hour speed boat tour from St. Maarten. Snorkel, relax, and explore secluded beaches with all-day drinks and lunch included.

★ 5.0

“Great tour a time was had the staff were helpful and friendly the second helper was also a Dj made my experience a day I’ll never forget was my birthday 🎂 experienced so many other beaches I can’t swim I got a life jacket and…”

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10.Sand Dollar Half Day Snorkel Trip

Discover St Maarten’s vibrant marine life on this half-day snorkel tour to Creole Rock. Enjoy expert guides, scenic boat rides, and authentic local snacks for $65.

★ 4.5

“Fantastic boat ride over to the snorkeling destination. We had plenty of time to snorkel and saw lots of fish & a sea turtle. Roy & Sean were very friendly and made the journey a lot of fun, with music, snacks & drinks. We had…”

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

Discover St. Maarten’s best snorkeling and island sights on a small-group speedboat tour featuring Tintamarre, Pinel Island, marine life, and stunning views.

★ 5.0

“The crew and boat were great! Small party size made the multiple stops we made be quick on and off with little to no waiting. Price was very reasonable for the amount of time, distance, stops and food. Ever felt hurried. Highly recommend!”

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

Discover St Maarten with this 6-hour snorkeling and speedboat tour, visiting Creole Rock, Tintamarre Island, and Pinel Island, with expert guides and all-inclusive drinks.

★ 5.0

“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…”

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13.Private Speed Boat Charter in St Maarten & Nature Reserve

Experience the beauty of St. Maarten on a private speedboat tour. Swim, snorkel, and explore secluded beaches with customizable itineraries and expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Sam was wonderful, great service, took us to see a few beautiful beaches and a snorkel area. He was very attentive always made sure to ask if we were ok or wanted any drinks. Definitely recommend booking him if you're looking for a relaxing worry…”

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14.Underwater Sculpture Park Snorkel Adventure

Discover the vibrant underwater sculpture park in St. Maarten with this snorkel adventure. See over 300 sculptures, enjoy drinks, and explore a protected marine habitat.

★ 4.5

“This experience was so much fun! The underwater sculptures are incredible. Only wish I had was more snorkeling experience so I could have enjoyed it better. It sure takes a certain knack to get it right I think. The crew was so great and willing…”

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15.Private Speed Boat Charter to Anguilla

Discover Anguilla with a private speedboat, personalized itinerary, stunning beaches, snorkeling, and drinks—perfect for those seeking a tailored Caribbean adventure.

★ 5.0

“Sam was very professional. Our group ranged in age from 16-56 and everyone had a great day. The boat is very clean and the locations were gorgeous. We were on a cruise and booked this as a private excursion…we were not disappointeRead more”

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