--- title: Yoho Pirates Premium Self Drive Speedboat Tour in St. Maarten lang: en type: tour city: St Maarten country: Caribbean price: 179 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 63 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Driving your own speedboat rank_in_category: 3 of 19 (Speed Boat & Island Boat Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-06 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/yoho-pirates-premium-self-drive-speedboat-tour-in-st-maarten/ --- # Yoho Pirates Premium Self Drive Speedboat Tour in St. Maarten **Guidekin's take:** Drive your own speedboat through Simpson Bay Lagoon and out to sea, passing Maho Beach behind a lead boat. Life jackets and refreshments are included; it is priced per group, drivers must be at least eighteen and passengers at least six. 5 from 63 reviews at €179 per group/vehicle for 2h. In our comparison: #3 of 19 in Speed Boat & Island Boat Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Drive your own premium speedboat—no experience or license required Follow a professional guide for a safe, stress-free adventure Cruise through Simpson Bay Lagoon and into the open Caribbean Sea Enjoy modern, stable boats designed for comfort and easy handling Pass luxury yachts, scenic beaches, and dramatic coastal views Experience the thrill of waves and open-water cruising See low-flying planes near famous Maho Beach from the water Explore the cliffs and caves of Cupecoy Stop for a swim in clear, calm Caribbean waters Small-group experience for a more personal and interactive tour ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 10:00, 14:00: 2 departures a day - Age rule: Minimum age to drive: 18 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €179 per group/vehicle for the 1 Boat (1-2 people) option; other options up to €897 - Duration: 2h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 63 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: YoHo Pirates - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, French, Spanish - Start times: 10:00, 14:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-06 ## Reviews 5.0 from 63 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 63 of 63. - 5 stars: 63 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | 1 Boat (1-2 people) | €179 per group | Spanish, English, French | Pickup included | | 2 Boats (2-4 people) | €359 per group | Spanish, English, French | Option 2 Pickup included | | 3 Boats (3-6 people) | €538 per group | Spanish, English, French | Option 3 Pickup included | | 4 Boats (4-8 people) | €717 per group | Spanish, English, French | Option 4 Pickup included | | 5 Boats (5-10 people) | €897 per group | Spanish, English, French | Option 5 Pickup included | ## What's included - Life jacket - Refreshments - Your own boat - Guide on his own boat ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 14:00 - 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 Check in 30 minutes before the tour. On Google Maps navigate to: Yoho Pirates Parking Lot. On Apple Maps / Waze navigate to: Port de Plaisance Roundabout. Take the 3rd exit there. Once parked walk over to the water, the Yoho Pirates dock is on the far left. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - 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 - Minimum age to drive: 18 - Minimum age to participate: 6 ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €179 | €90 | | 4 | €359 | €90 | | 6 | €538 | €90 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Speed Boat & Island Boat Tours start at €126 per person. ## Compared with other Speed Boat & Island Boat Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 19** | €179 per group | 2h | 5.0 (63) | 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 | | [Anguilla Beach and Snorkel Tour](/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/anguilla-beach-and-snorkel-tour/?format=md) | €135 | 6h | 4.91 (448) | shared | | [Private Speed Boat Charter in St Maarten & Nature Reserve](/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/private-speed-boat-charter-in-st-maarten-nature-reserve/?format=md) | €326 | 3h | 4.95 (96) | private | Ranked #3 of 19 in Speed Boat & Island Boat Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €126 to €385, median €135; typical length 7h. 5 of 19 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/speed-boat-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/yoho-pirates-premium-self-drive-speedboat-tour-in-st-maarten/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/?format=md