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title: Private Tours in St Maarten
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: St Maarten
country: Caribbean
tours: 22
price_from_eur: 71
reviews_total: 3209
as_of: 2026-10-16
canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/private-tours-st-maarten/
---

# Private Tours in St Maarten

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## Guidekin's verdict (last checked October 7, 2026)

We compared 22 private St Maarten tours by party pricing, cruise pickup and inclusions, from island sightseeing to boat charters and tandem kayaks.

- **Family sightseeing:** [St Maarten Pelican Private Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/st-maarten-pelican-private-tour/?format=md). For four, choose Pelican for island sights, pickup and drinks at €71 per person for 2h–5h; not advised with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. Free cancellation. Trade-off: Not advised: spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. — now €71 per person, 4.76 (175)
- **Cruise sightseeing:** [Best of St Maarten Private Sightseeing](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/the-best-of-st-maarten-private-sightseeing-tour/?format=md). For a cruise call, choose the one to two passengers option: port transfers and island stops at €327 per group/vehicle, 5h–7h; English only. Water included. Trade-off: English only; allow 5h–7h. — now €327 per group/vehicle, 4.91 (587)
- **Boat day inclusions:** [Private Full Day Cruise of St Martin](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-full-day-cruise-of-st-martin-and-anguilla/?format=md). Choose Private Full-Day Saint-Martin: €1590 per group/vehicle includes fuel, driver/guide, open bar and snorkel gear; lunch extra. 4.83 from 53 reviews, 8h. Floating mat included. Trade-off: Lunch is extra. — now €1590 per group/vehicle, 4.83 (53)

Also compared:

- [Private Luxury Sailing Catamaran](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-full-day-luxury-sailing-catamaran-charter-in-sint-maarten/?format=md): Small Group, meals included. Trade-off: Service charge extra. — now €1590 per group/vehicle, 4.99 (499)
- [Private Speed Boat & Nature Reserve](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-speed-boat-charter-in-st-maarten-nature-reserve/?format=md): Cruise Ship Friendly Half Day. Trade-off: Per person, minimum two; lunch and marine park fee extra. — now €326 per person, 4.95 (96)
- [Pinel Island Tandem Kayak](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/pinel-island-adventure-tandem-kayak-experience/?format=md): Paddling to Pinel in pairs. Trade-off: No transport; children must be accompanied by an adult. — now €69 per group/vehicle, 4.86 (523)
- [Luxury Catamaran Private Charter](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/luxury-catamaran-private-charter-in-st-maarten-st-martin/?format=md): Fuel, crew and bar included. Trade-off: Per person, minimum four; hotel transfers excluded. — now €544 per person, 5.0 (52)

Commissions never affect the order.

## All 22 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Private Full-Day Luxury Sailing Catamaran Charter in Sint Maarten](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-full-day-luxury-sailing-catamaran-charter-in-sint-maarten/?format=md) | Catamaran Day Sails | €1590 per group/vehicle | 4.99 (499) | 6h | daily | private · up to 15 · free cancel · instant · en/de/nl |
| 2 | [Private Full-Day Catamaran Sailing Charter in St Maarten](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-full-day-catamaran-sailing-charter-in-st-maarten/?format=md) | Catamaran Day Sails | €2542 per group/vehicle | 4.98 (112) | 8h | daily 09:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · en/fr/nl |
| 3 | [Billy Bones Exclusive Private Charter Around St.Maarten](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/billy-bones-exclusive-private-charter-around-st-maarten/?format=md) |  | €885 per group/vehicle | 4.95 (112) | 7h | daily 09:00–09:30 | private · up to 10 · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr/it/nl/ru |
| 4 | [The Best of St Maarten Private Sightseeing Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/the-best-of-st-maarten-private-sightseeing-tour/?format=md) | Island Sightseeing Tours, Cruise Ship Excursions | €327 per group/vehicle | 4.91 (587) | 5h–7h | daily 09:00–12:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 5 | [Luxury Catamaran Private Charter in St. Maarten/St. Martin](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/luxury-catamaran-private-charter-in-st-maarten-st-martin/?format=md) |  | €544 per person | 5.0 (52) | 7h 30m | daily 08:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · instant · en/de |
| 6 | [Private Island Tour - Sint Maarten](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-island-tour-sint-maarten/?format=md) | Island Sightseeing Tours, Cruise Ship Excursions | €172 per person | 4.92 (243) | 3h–4h | daily | private · up to 14 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/es/fr |
| 7 | [Private Speed Boat Charter in St Maarten & Nature Reserve](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-speed-boat-charter-in-st-maarten-nature-reserve/?format=md) | Speed Boat & Island Boat Tours | €326 per person | 4.95 (96) | 3h–7h | daily 09:00–13:35 | private · up to 10 · free cancel · instant · en/fr |
| 8 | [2 Hours Private Jet Ski Tour in Saint Martin with free passenger](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/2-hours-private-jet-ski-tour-in-saint-martin-with-free-passenger/?format=md) | Jet Ski & Water Sports | €200 per person | 4.96 (74) | 2h | daily | private · up to 4 · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr |
| 9 | [Private Sailboat Charter in St Maarten](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-sailboat-charter-in-st-maarten/?format=md) |  | €2998 per group/vehicle | 4.97 (59) | 5h–7h | daily 10:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · instant · en |
| 10 | [Private Speed Boat Charter to Anguilla](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-speed-boat-charter-to-anguilla/?format=md) | Speed Boat & Island Boat Tours | €385 per person | 4.96 (56) | 7h | daily 08:55–13:30 | private · up to 10 · free cancel · instant · en/fr |
| 11 | [Luxury Private Full-Day Catamaran Charter in St Maarten & Saint-Martin](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/luxury-private-full-day-catamaran-charter-in-st-maarten-saint-martin/?format=md) | Catamaran Day Sails | €818 per person | 4.93 (90) | 7h–9h | daily 09:00–09:30 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · en/fr |
| 12 | [Private St. Maarten Cruise - Hakuna Matata Catamaran](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-st-maarten-cruise-hakuna-matata-catamaran/?format=md) | Catamaran Day Sails | €1662 per group/vehicle | 4.92 (75) | 7h | daily 09:00 | private · up to 15 · en/es/de/pl |
| 13 | [St.Maarten / St.Martin Private Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/st-maarten-st-martin-private-tour/?format=md) | Island Sightseeing Tours, Cruise Ship Excursions | €91 per person | 4.89 (141) | 3h–4h | daily 09:00 | private · up to 30 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 14 | [Private St Maarten Island Sightseeing Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-st-maarten-island-sightseeing-tour/?format=md) | Island Sightseeing Tours, Cruise Ship Excursions | €545 per group/vehicle | 4.82 (34) | 5h | daily exc Sun 10:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/fr |
| 15 | [Private Full-Day Cruise of St. Martin and Anguilla](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-full-day-cruise-of-st-martin-and-anguilla/?format=md) | Speed Boat & Island Boat Tours, Cruise Ship Excursions | €1590 per group/vehicle | 4.83 (53) | 8h | daily 09:00 | private · up to 10 · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr |
| 16 | [Pinel Island Adventure Tandem Kayak Experience](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/pinel-island-adventure-tandem-kayak-experience/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours, Jet Ski & Water Sports | €69 per group/vehicle | 4.86 (523) | 3h–7h | daily 09:30–12:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · instant |
| 17 | [Billy Bones Exclusive Private Charter to Anguilla](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/billy-bones-exclusive-private-charter-to-anguilla/?format=md) | Speed Boat & Island Boat Tours | €1272 per group/vehicle | 4.79 (33) | 7h | daily 09:00 | private · up to 10 · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr/it/nl/ru |
| 18 | [Yacht YES DARLING - Private Boat St Martin, St Barth & Anguilla](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/yacht-yes-darling-private-boat-st-martin-st-barth-anguilla/?format=md) | Speed Boat & Island Boat Tours, Cruise Ship Excursions | €5400 per group/vehicle | 4.8 (40) | 4h–8h | daily | private · up to 12 · free cancel · instant |
| 19 | [Private V.I.P sightseeing, Shopping and Beach Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-v-i-p-sightseeing-shopping-and-beach-tour/?format=md) | Island Sightseeing Tours, Cruise Ship Excursions | €454 per group/vehicle | 4.79 (38) | 6h | daily 09:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/es/fr/de |
| 20 | [Deep Sea Fishing Half-Day](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/deep-sea-fishing-half-day/?format=md) |  | €908 per group/vehicle | 4.61 (46) | 5h 30m | daily 08:00 | private · up to 8 · free cancel · en/es/fr |
| 21 | [St. Maarten Pelican Private Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/st-maarten-pelican-private-tour/?format=md) | Island Sightseeing Tours, Cruise Ship Excursions | €71 per person | 4.76 (175) | 2h–5h | daily 08:00–09:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · instant · pickup · en |
| 22 | [ATV / Buggy / Jeep - island Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/atv-buggy-jeep-island-tour/?format=md) | ATV & UTV Tours, Cruise Ship Excursions | €100 per group/vehicle | 4.63 (71) | 3h | daily 09:00–13:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · instant · pickup |

## Why each made the list

- **Private Full-Day Luxury Sailing Catamaran Charter in Sint Maarten** — A private tour for your party aboard a sailing catamaran offers easy access from the dock and into the water. Breakfast, lunch, drinks and snorkeling gear are included; it is priced per group, with a service charge extra. 4.99 from 499 reviews at €1590 per group/vehicle for 6h.
- **Private Full-Day Catamaran Sailing Charter in St Maarten** — Shape a catamaran day around sailing, swimming and snorkelling on a private tour for your party. Lunch, snacks, an open bar, a paddleboard and trolling rods are included; priced per group, and wheelchairs cannot be used aboard. 4.98 from 112 reviews at €2542 per group/vehicle for 8h.
- **Billy Bones Exclusive Private Charter Around St.Maarten** — Reach parts of St.Maarten accessible only by boat on a private tour for your party, with full-day and half-day charter options. Guiding and an open bar are included; priced per group, with lunch, docking and reserve fees extra. 4.95 from 112 reviews at €885 per group/vehicle for 7h.
- **The Best of St Maarten Private Sightseeing Tour** — Combine sightseeing, shopping and Mullet Bay or a beach of your choice on a private tour for your party. Hotel or cruise port transfers, air-conditioned transport and water are included; bring towels and dry clothes for swimming, and pricing is per group. 4.91 from 587 reviews at €327 per group/vehicle for 5h–7h.
- **Luxury Catamaran Private Charter in St. Maarten/St. Martin** — A sailing catamaran with a teak deck and freshly mixed cocktails provides a private tour for your party. Crew, drinks, snorkel gear, paddle boards, towels and reef-safe sunscreen are included; the itinerary may change with weather and sea conditions. 5 from 52 reviews at €544 per person for 7h 30m.
- **Private Island Tour - Sint Maarten** — A private tour for your party lets you shape Sint Maarten sightseeing around beaches, markets and photo stops. Pickup, drop-off, a drink, towels and Wi-Fi are included; food is extra. 4.92 from 243 reviews at €172 per person for 3h–4h.
- **Private Speed Boat Charter in St Maarten & Nature Reserve** — Choose your balance of snorkelling, swimming and beach time around St Martin/St Maarten on a private tour for your party by speedboat. Snorkelling equipment and onboard drinks are included; lunch, hotel transfers and the marine park fee are extra. 4.95 from 96 reviews at €326 per person for 3h–7h.
- **2 Hours Private Jet Ski Tour in Saint Martin with free passenger** — Reach beaches inaccessible by land and watch planes at Maho beach by jet ski on a private tour for your party. Instruction, fuel and taxes are included; food and drinks are extra, and moderate fitness is required. 4.96 from 74 reviews at €200 per person for 2h.
- **Private Sailboat Charter in St Maarten** — Sail a refitted catamaran from Philipsburg or Simpson Bay on a private tour for your party. Lunch, an open bar, snorkel gear, a paddle board and a rope swing are included; priced per group, with no hotel transfers. 4.97 from 59 reviews at €2998 per group/vehicle for 5h–7h.
- **Private Speed Boat Charter to Anguilla** — Choose bays, swims and beach time around Anguilla on a private tour for your party by speed boat. Snorkel gear, water, soft drinks and beer are included; clearance fees are extra in cash, and cruise passengers cannot join. 4.96 from 56 reviews at €385 per person for 7h.
- **Luxury Private Full-Day Catamaran Charter in St Maarten & Saint-Martin** — Explore the waters around St Maarten/Saint-Martin by catamaran on a private tour for your party, with snorkeling gear and paddleboards provided. Breakfast, appetizers, lunch and an open bar are included; bring a current valid passport. 4.93 from 90 reviews at €818 per person for 7h–9h.
- **Private St. Maarten Cruise - Hakuna Matata Catamaran** — Shape a flexible catamaran itinerary around your party's preferences on a private tour for your party. Meals, snacks, drinks and snorkeling equipment are included; it is priced per group, with separate options for different party sizes. 4.92 from 75 reviews at €1662 per group/vehicle for 7h.
- **St.Maarten / St.Martin Private Tour** — Choose your own stops, such as Iguana Park or Bird Park, on a private tour for your party around St. Maarten/St. Martin. An air-conditioned vehicle and cold refreshments are included; optional activities such as Bird Park carry extra charges. 4.89 from 141 reviews at €91 per person for 3h–4h.
- **Private St Maarten Island Sightseeing Tour** — Great Bay, Cole Bay Hill, Orient Beach and Marigot form a customizable route on a private tour for your party. Guiding, air-conditioned transport and beverages are included; confirm hotel pickup with your chosen option, and pricing is per group. 4.82 from 34 reviews at €545 per group/vehicle for 5h.
- **Private Full-Day Cruise of St. Martin and Anguilla** — Depart Anse-Marcel Marina to explore St. Martin or Anguilla by speed boat on a private tour for your party. Fuel, an open bar, snorkel gear and a floating mat are included; priced per group, with lunch and Anguilla tax extra. 4.83 from 53 reviews at €1590 per group/vehicle for 8h.
- **Pinel Island Adventure Tandem Kayak Experience** — Paddle a tandem kayak to Pinel Island for beaches and walking trails on a private tour for your party. Kayak, paddle, life jacket, National Park fees and reef tax are included; transport is excluded, and pricing is per group. 4.86 from 523 reviews at €69 per group/vehicle for 3h–7h.
- **Billy Bones Exclusive Private Charter to Anguilla** — Head to Anguilla by boat on a private tour for your party, with guiding and an open bar included. Pricing is per group; lunch, taxes and fees are excluded, with immigration and Natural Reserve fees payable at check-in. 4.79 from 33 reviews at €1272 per group/vehicle for 7h.
- **Yacht YES DARLING - Private Boat St Martin, St Barth & Anguilla** — An open yacht with shaded areas, sunbathing space and an interior cabin hosts a private tour for your party. Breakfast, fruit, soft drinks, snorkel gear and floating mattresses are included; pricing is per group. 4.8 from 40 reviews at €5400 per group/vehicle for 4h–8h.
- **Private V.I.P sightseeing, Shopping and Beach Tour** — Shape the island sightseeing, shopping and beach itinerary around your interests on a private tour for your party. An air-conditioned vehicle, guiding and a cooler of drinks are included; food is excluded and pricing is per group. 4.79 from 38 reviews at €454 per group/vehicle for 6h.
- **Deep Sea Fishing Half-Day** — Fish with help on rigging, baiting and local techniques, or handle the tackle yourself, on a private tour for your party. Tackle, bait, snacks, drinks and catch cleaning are included; priced per group, with lunch extra. 4.61 from 46 reviews at €908 per group/vehicle for 5h 30m.
- **St. Maarten Pelican Private Tour** — A private tour for your party combines St.Maarten island views and beaches with educational commentary. Sodas and alcoholic drinks are included; the outing is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. 4.76 from 175 reviews at €71 per person for 2h–5h.
- **ATV / Buggy / Jeep - island Tour** — Choose an ATV, buggy or Jeep for a private tour for your party, starting with a shuttle from the Cruise Port Main Gate. Shared return transfers, taxes and rental insurance are included; fuel is extra, and the tour is priced per group. 4.63 from 71 reviews at €100 per group/vehicle for 3h.

## Other collections in St Maarten

- [Cruise Ship Excursions](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/cruise-excursions-st-maarten/?format=md) — 36 tours
- [Island Sightseeing Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/island-tours-st-maarten/?format=md) — 22 tours
- [Snorkeling Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/snorkeling-tours-st-maarten/?format=md) — 21 tours
- [Speed Boat & Island Boat Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/speed-boat-tours-st-maarten/?format=md) — 19 tours
- [Catamaran Day Sails](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/catamaran-day-sails-st-maarten/?format=md) — 16 tours
- [ATV & UTV Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/atv-utv-tours-st-maarten/?format=md) — 13 tours
- [Jet Ski & Water Sports](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/water-sports-st-maarten/?format=md) — 9 tours
- [Sunset & Dinner Cruises](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/sunset-cruises-st-maarten/?format=md) — 6 tours
- [Rum & Food Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/rum-food-tours-st-maarten/?format=md) — 4 tours

## FAQ

**Private sightseeing or a private boat: which works for a St Maarten cruise stop?**

For a couple wanting island stops and port transfers, choose Best of St Maarten; choose Private Speed Boat & Nature Reserve for a half day on the water, with lunch and the marine park fee extra. For example, Best of St Maarten Private Sightseeing is €327 per group for a solo traveller or couple, rated 4.91 from 587 reviews. Private Speed Boat & Nature Reserve is €326 per person, rated 4.95 from 96 reviews. Its cruise-friendly description does not establish a return deadline. Explore cruise excursions: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/cruise-excursions-st-maarten/ · Explore speed boat tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/speed-boat-tours-st-maarten/

**Are private St Maarten tour prices per person or for the whole group?**

Budget Pinel Island Tandem Kayak per group and Private Speed Boat & Nature Reserve per person. Once the group quote covers your party, divide the vehicle price by your party size. The per-person median is €263. Of the 22 listings, 14 use vehicle or group pricing, with a median of €1,090. For example, Pinel Island Tandem Kayak: €69 per group, rated 4.86 from 523 reviews. Private Speed Boat & Nature Reserve: €326 per person, rated 4.95 from 96 reviews. View private tour prices: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/private-tours-st-maarten/

**How much time should I allow for private sightseeing or a catamaran charter in St Maarten?**

Keep half a day for island sightseeing, such as Best of St Maarten; give a day to a sailing charter such as Private Luxury Sailing Catamaran. On this page, the medians are 4 hours for island tours and 7 hours for catamaran sails. For example, Best of St Maarten: €327 per group for a couple, 4.91 from 587 reviews. Private Luxury Sailing Catamaran: €1,590 per boat, 4.99 from 499 reviews. Explore island sightseeing: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/island-tours-st-maarten/ · Explore catamaran day sails: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/catamaran-day-sails-st-maarten/

**Are private St Maarten tours suitable for children or someone with limited mobility?**

2 of 22 tours are operator-marked accessible: start with that filter for limited mobility. Children on Pinel Island Tandem Kayak need an accompanying adult. Filter first, then confirm with the operator that boarding and the route meet your needs. The family filter means strollers and infants accepted: 14 of 22 tours meet that condition. Pinel Island Tandem Kayak is €69 per group, rated 4.86 from 523 reviews; children must be accompanied by an adult. Filter for strollers and infants: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/private-tours-st-maarten/?kids=true · Filter operator-marked access: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/private-tours-st-maarten/?wheelchair=true

**What do private boat prices include, and which extras should I budget for?**

For meals on board, choose Private Luxury Sailing Catamaran and budget for its extra service charge; Luxury Catamaran Private Charter includes fuel, crew and bar, with hotel transfers excluded. For example, Private Luxury Sailing Catamaran: €1,590 per boat, rated 4.99 from 499 reviews. Luxury Catamaran Private Charter: €544 per person, rated 5 from 52 reviews. A minimum party applies to the per-person charter. Explore catamaran inclusions: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/catamaran-day-sails-st-maarten/

**Can I book a private St Maarten tour with a French-speaking guide?**

For a French-speaking party, use the French filter; Best of St Maarten Private Sightseeing is English only, so choose another listed option for French guiding. French is among this page's listed languages. Best of St Maarten Private Sightseeing, €327 per group for a solo traveller or couple, is rated 4.91 from 587 reviews and is English only. Filter by language, then confirm French guiding for your chosen date. Find tours with French guiding: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/private-tours-st-maarten/?language=fr


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