--- title: Cristal Half Day Friendly Island Snorkeling Tour lang: en type: tour city: St Maarten country: Caribbean price: 90 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 32 duration_minutes: 195 languages: [en, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 9 of 21 (Snorkeling Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-06 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/cristal-half-day-friendly-island-snorkeling-tour/ --- # Cristal Half Day Friendly Island Snorkeling Tour **Guidekin's take:** This Sint Maarten snorkeling trip includes the underwater museum fee, snorkel gear, swimming vests and pool noodles. Rum, beer, soft drinks and bottled water are included; the trip is not recommended during pregnancy. 5 from 32 reviews at €90 per person for 3h 15m. In our comparison: #9 of 21 in Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Under water museum fee is INCLUDED in the trip. Whether you're seeking adventure, or simply enjoying the island's relaxed ambiance, this half day tour offers a perfect introduction to the best of Sint Maarten, all in a seamless, stress-free experience. ## Before you book - Meeting point: FOR HOTEL GUESTS ONLY SIMPSON BAY PICK… - Starts 09:30, 13:00: 2 departures a day - Food included: Unlimited Rum and beer, Unlimited soft… **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €90 per person - Duration: 3h 15m - Rating: 5.0/5 from 32 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: All About Boat Charters - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, French, Spanish - Start times: 09:30, 13:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-06 ## Reviews 5.0 from 32 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 32 of 32. - 5 stars: 32 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Swimming vests - pool noodles - Use of Snorkelling equipment - Unlimited Rum and beer - Unlimited soft drinks - Unlimited bottled water ## Not included - Gratuities 10-15% recommended ## Itinerary 1. **Under SXM** (1h) - Discover an extraordinary underwater museum featuring over 300 breathtaking coral reef sculptures, a sunken military helicopter, and countless hidden wonders. It’s a snorkeler’s paradise, offering crystal-clear waters and mesmerizing, panoramic views of the vibrant underwater... 2. **Simpson Bay** (45m) - During yacht season, enjoy front-row views of stunning superyachts owned by celebrities as they dock in style. This scenic spot overlooks the iconic Simpson Bay Marina and its impressive drawbridge, which opens to welcome the grandest vessels. It’s also a great place for... 3. **Mullet Bay** (45m) - A beloved gem of the island, this beach dazzles with sparkling waters and a vibrant social scene. It’s the kind of place where relaxation meets glamour—perfect for creating unforgettable memories under the sun. 4. **Maho Beach** (15m) - This is a bucket-list destination that will leave you breathless. Welcome to the world-famous airport beach, where massive planes glide just meters above your head as they touch down—an adrenaline rush like no other. It’s a dreamy backdrop for iconic photos and unforgettable... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30, 13:00 - 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 FOR HOTEL GUESTS ONLY SIMPSON BAY PICK UP UPON REQUEST By Nowhere Special restaurant parking lot 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 - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Snorkeling Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #9 of 21** | €90 | 3h 15m | 5.0 (32) | shared | | [Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten](/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/captain-bob-speed-boat-snorkeling-beach-tour-lunch-st-maarten/?format=md) | €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 | Ranked #9 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/cristal-half-day-friendly-island-snorkeling-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/?format=md