--- title: Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten lang: en type: tour city: St Maarten country: Caribbean price: 135 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.93 reviews: 4486 duration_minutes: 360 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Cruise ship return guarantee rank_in_category: 1 of 21 (Snorkeling Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-06 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/captain-bob-speed-boat-snorkeling-beach-tour-lunch-st-maarten/ --- # Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten **Guidekin's take:** Explore both the Dutch and French sides of St. Maarten by speed boat on a route with five stops. Lunch, snacks, drinks and snorkeling equipment are included; the nature reserve fee is paid separately in cash at check-in. 4.93 from 4486 reviews at €135 per person for 6h. In our comparison: #1 of 21 in Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Come experience firsthand what has made this St. Maarten's #1 ranked excursion on TripAdvisor for the last 10 years running and the absolute best way to avoid the cruise ship crowds and visit both the Dutch and French sides of the island in a family friendly, small group setting. From the moment you hop aboard our deluxe speed boat and venture out to sea you'll realize that your vacation has only just begun. Highlights of the 5 stop, 6 hour tour include unforgettable snorkeling with sea turtles, sting rays and tropical fish on uninhabited islands, sunbathing on some of the finest white sand beaches the Caribbean has to offer and feeling the rush of commercial jets landing directly over your head at the famous airport. All the while your captain and guide will make sure that you are not only educated and entertained but also well-tended to with food and drinks on the boat, all included in the price. So what are you waiting for? Let's get out on the water! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Departure Point: Departs from Dock… - Starts 09:30: one departure a day - Food included: Lunch and snacks, Soft Drinks **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €135 per person - Duration: 6h - Rating: 4.93/5 from 4486 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Captain Bob's Soualiga Destinations Boat Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 09:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-06 ## Reviews 4.93 from 4486 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 4404 of 4486. - 5 stars: 4287 (96%) - 4 stars: 117 (3%) - 3 stars: 54 (1%) - 2 stars: 16 (0%) - 1 star: 12 (0%) ## What's included - Lunch and snacks - Use of Snorkelling equipment - Soft Drinks - We guarantee to get you back to your cruise ship on time - Flotation devices - Captain/local guide - Alcoholic Beverages ## Not included - Nature Reserve Fee $10/person (payable in cash at check-in) - Gratuities (15-20% recommended) ## Itinerary 1. **Simpson Bay** (pass by, no stop) - Captain Bob's most popular speed boat, snorkeling and beach tour is a full day, 5 stop adventure of a lifetime that is uniquely designed to show you the very best of both the French and Dutch sides of Sint Maarten/St. Martin. Departing from Philipsburg, you'll first head past... 2. **Tintamarre Island** (45m) - Your first stop is the island of Tintamarre, an uninhabited island within the French Nature Reserve that is only accessible by boat and where large groups are forbidden, a great way to escape the cruise ship crowds. Here your knowledgable captain will give you a brief... 3. **Pinel Island** (1h) - From there it's on to Pinel Island- a breathtaking place that boasts calm, waist-deep waters and swaying palm trees. It's the ultimate spot to unwind and relax with a drink in your hand and your feet in the soft sand. A delicious lunch will be served at Pinel, all included in... 4. **Next it's off to Creole Rock for another snorkel stop but this time at a vibr...** (45m) - Next it's off to Creole Rock for another snorkel stop but this time at a vibrant coral reef with some of the most colorful fish and marine life in all of the Caribbean. Once everyone is safely back on board, you'll continue around the Northern side of island passing Baie... 5. **Mullet Bay** (45m) - Enjoy one last dip in paradise at either Long Bay or Mullet Bay- both universally recognized as some of the top beaches in the world. This is your last chance to grab "a noodle and a beer" and float around in the stunning turquoise waters while jamming to some of your... 6. **Last but not least, make one last stop at the famous Princess Juliana Interna...** (30m) - Last but not least, make one last stop at the famous Princess Juliana International Airport to experience the thrill of the commercial jets taking off and landing directly over your head. You'll be sad to see the day end as we drop you back off at the dock but the memories... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-06 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Departure Point: Departs from Dock Maarten Marina (Chesterfields Restaurant) for cruise ship visitors and hotel guests. It is a short (10-15 minute), safe walk from the cruise ship terminal. Directions: FOR CRUISE SHIP VISITORS:  Exit the cruise ship facility through the main gate to the street.  Make a left turn onto the main road and follow the sidewalk under the palm trees.  A short distance along this road you will see the first commercial complex of yellow buildings on your left.  This is Dock Maarten Marina.  There is also a restaurant called Chesterfields in the complex.  Walk through the main underpass of the complex and onto the marina dock.  Ask for Captain Bob. FOR HOTEL GUESTS:  Dock Maarten Marina is located in Point Blanche, near the port and the cruise ship terminal.  At most intersections and roundabouts there are green or white signs with directions.  Follow the signs to the "Cruise Ship Terminal".  Dock Maarten Marina is on the main road just before the cruise ship terminal.  There is also a restaurant called Chesterfields at the marina.  There is parking available at the marina. Walk through the main underpass of the complex and onto the marina dock.  Ask for Captain Bob. Return point: Returns to original point of departure (Dock Maarten Marina) Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - We accommodate ALL cruise ship visitors and hotel guests staying on island - We accommodate parties larger than 15 passengers by special request - Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time - Refunds WILL be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship - In order to ensure your safety and comfort, the captain may use his/her discretion to make adjustments to the itinerary and locations visited - Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking - Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required - Infant meals not included - Children must be accompanied by an adult - May be operated by a multi-lingual guide - Please advise of any health issues or handicaps at time of booking if required - In order to accommodate all cruise ship schedules we also offer earlier and later departure times upon request ## Compared with other Snorkeling Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 21** | €135 | 6h | 4.93 (4486) | shared | | [Best Of Billy Bones ,Snorkeling with Turtles and BBQ Lunch](/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/best-of-billy-bones-snorkeling-with-turtles-and-bbq-lunch/?format=md) | €132 | 7h | 4.94 (873) | shared | | [Adventure SNUBA in St. Maarten](/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/adventure-snuba-in-st-maarten/?format=md) | €99 | 2h 30m | 4.96 (343) | shared | | [CAPTAIN ALAN'S 4hr -3 Islands-snorkeling-turtles-beach ADVENTURE](/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/captain-alan-s-4hr-3-islands-snorkeling-turtles-beach-adventure/?format=md) | €90 | 4h | 4.94 (635) | shared | Ranked #1 of 21 in Snorkeling Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €44 to €153, median €119; typical length 6h. 1 of 21 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/snorkeling-tours-st-maarten/?format=md ## More in St Maarten - All St Maarten tours: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/captain-bob-speed-boat-snorkeling-beach-tour-lunch-st-maarten/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/?format=md