---
title: Jet Ski & Water Sports in St Maarten
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: St Maarten
country: Caribbean
tours: 9
price_from_eur: 46
reviews_total: 1895
as_of: 2026-10-17
canonical: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/water-sports-st-maarten/
---

# Jet Ski & Water Sports in St Maarten

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

We compared 9 St Maarten water sports listings, covering Jet Ski tours, rentals, ATV combos and kayaks, by price unit, pace and transport.

- **Gentler Jet Ski pace:** [Terre Basse Jet Ski Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/90-min-st-martin-jet-ski-terre-basse-tour/?format=md). Choose Terre Basse for a Jet Ski ride at your pace: €123 per group/vehicle, 1h 30m, 4.77 from 115 reviews; cruise gate pickup costs extra in cash. Dry bags included. Trade-off: Pickup costs extra, payable in cash. — now €123 per group/vehicle, 4.77 (115)
- **Kayak for two:** [Pinel Island Tandem Kayak](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/pinel-island-adventure-tandem-kayak-experience/?format=md). Book Pinel's kayak for two at €69 per group/vehicle for 3h–7h: equipment and park fees included, transport excluded; rated 4.86 from 523 reviews. Reef tax included. Trade-off: Transport to and from the activity excluded. — now €69 per group/vehicle, 4.86 (523)

Also compared:

- [Sun & Fun Double ATV + shorter Jet Ski](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/sun-fun-combo-jetski-atv-2/?format=md): ATV and Jet Ski tutorials. Trade-off: Drivers must be at least eighteen. — now €182 per group/vehicle, 4.91 (666)
- [Kayak Lagoon Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/kayak-lagoon-tour/?format=md): Guided lagoon paddling. Trade-off: Minimum two people; transport excluded. — now €46 per person, 4.88 (94)
- [Simpson Bay Kayak and Snorkel Adventure](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/st-maarten-kayak-and-snorkel-adventure-in-simpson-bay/?format=md): Kayaking with reef snorkeling. Trade-off: Minimum two people; participants must be at least eleven. — now €48 per person, 4.91 (43)
- [Full Day Jet Ski Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/full-day-jet-ski-tour-in-st-martin/?format=md): Jet Ski outing with lunch. Trade-off: Minimum two Jet Skis per booking. — now €283 per person, 4.95 (39)

Commissions never affect the order.

## All 9 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Sun & Fun Combo Jetski/ATV](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/sun-fun-combo-jetski-atv-2/?format=md) | ATV & UTV Tours | €182 per group/vehicle | 4.91 (666) | 3h 30m | daily 09:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 2 | [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) | Private Tours | €200 per person | 4.96 (74) | 2h | daily | private · up to 4 · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr |
| 3 | [Full-Day Jet Ski Tour in St Martin](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/full-day-jet-ski-tour-in-st-martin/?format=md) |  | €283 per person | 4.95 (39) | 6h | daily 09:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr |
| 4 | [St Maarten Kayak and Snorkel Adventure in Simpson Bay](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/st-maarten-kayak-and-snorkel-adventure-in-simpson-bay/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours | €48 per person | 4.91 (43) | 2h 30m | daily 09:00–14:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · en |
| 5 | [Kayak Lagoon Tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/kayak-lagoon-tour/?format=md) |  | €46 per person | 4.88 (94) | 2h 30m | daily 09:00–14:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · en |
| 6 | [Half-Day Jet Ski Tour of St Martin](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/half-day-jet-ski-tour-of-st-martin/?format=md) | Cruise Ship Excursions | €206 per person | 4.86 (233) | 3h–5h | daily 10:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr |
| 7 | [Pinel Island Adventure Tandem Kayak Experience](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/pinel-island-adventure-tandem-kayak-experience/?format=md) | Snorkeling Tours, Private Tours | €69 per group/vehicle | 4.86 (523) | 3h–7h | daily 09:30–12:00 | private · up to 15 · free cancel · instant |
| 8 | [90 min St. Martin Jet ski Terre Basse tour](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/90-min-st-martin-jet-ski-terre-basse-tour/?format=md) | Cruise Ship Excursions | €123 per group/vehicle | 4.77 (115) | 1h 30m | daily 07:30–15:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · pickup · en/es/fr |
| 9 | [Sun & Fun Combo Jetski/ATV](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/tours/sun-fun-combo-jetski-atv/?format=md) | ATV & UTV Tours | €254 per group/vehicle | 4.72 (108) | 3h–4h | daily 09:00 | up to 2 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |

## Why each made the list

- **Sun & Fun Combo Jetski/ATV** — Combine an ATV ride across the French and Dutch sides, stopping at Coralita Beach, with a Jet Ski ride in Philipsburg. Instruction, fuel, helmet, life jacket and beach furniture are included; drivers must be at least eighteen, and pricing is per group. 4.91 from 666 reviews at €182 per group/vehicle for 3h 30m.
- **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.
- **Full-Day Jet Ski Tour in St Martin** — Explore the island's beaches and bays by jet ski, with lunch, guiding and fuel included. A minimum of two jet skis per booking is required, and hotel pickup and drop-off are excluded. 4.95 from 39 reviews at €283 per person for 6h.
- **St Maarten Kayak and Snorkel Adventure in Simpson Bay** — Combine coastal kayaking in Simpson Bay with reef snorkeling and a drink afterward. A guide, snorkel gear, bottled water and a fresh water shower are included; participants must be at least eleven, and transfers are extra. 4.91 from 43 reviews at €48 per person for 2h 30m.
- **Kayak Lagoon Tour** — Paddle from Kim Sha Beach in Simpson Bay across the saltwater lagoon in a sit-on-top kayak. A kayaking lesson, equipment and a drink are included; transport to the start is extra, and moderate fitness is required. 4.88 from 94 reviews at €46 per person for 2h 30m.
- **Half-Day Jet Ski Tour of St Martin** — Explore St Martin's beaches and bays on a guided jet ski outing. Local taxes and the fuel surcharge are included; bookings require at least two people, and food, drinks and hotel transfers are excluded. 4.86 from 233 reviews at €206 per person for 3h–5h.
- **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.
- **90 min St. Martin Jet ski Terre Basse tour** — Explore Terre Basse from the water by jet ski, with opportunities to swim and choose a gentler or faster pace. Life jackets and dry bags are included; priced per group, with pickup charged separately and payable in cash. 4.77 from 115 reviews at €123 per group/vehicle for 1h 30m.
- **Sun & Fun Combo Jetski/ATV** — Combine off-road ATV riding with a jet ski session, with instruction before using each vehicle. Equipment, helmet, life jacket and fuel are included; priced per group, and ATV drivers must be at least eighteen with a physical driving licence. 4.72 from 108 reviews at €254 per group/vehicle for 3h–4h.

## 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
- [Private Tours](https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/private-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
- [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

**Should I combine jet skiing with an ATV ride, or choose kayaking and snorkeling?**

Choose Sun & Fun Double ATV + shorter Jet Ski for tutorials on both machines; choose Simpson Bay Kayak and Snorkel Adventure for paddling with reef snorkeling. For example, Sun & Fun Double ATV + shorter Jet Ski costs €182 per machine, rated 4.91 from 666 reviews. Simpson Bay Kayak and Snorkel Adventure costs €48 per person, rated 4.91 from 43 reviews. The combo sets a minimum driver age; the kayak and snorkel trip sets a minimum participant age. Explore ATV and jet ski combinations: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/atv-utv-tours-st-maarten/ · Explore kayaking and snorkeling: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/snorkeling-tours-st-maarten/

**How much do water sports cost, and does paying per machine mean a private tour?**

Budget by the fare unit: Terre Basse Jet Ski charges per machine, Half Day Jet Ski per person. Both are shared excursions, so paying for a machine does not make the outing private. Vehicle pricing applies to 4 of 9 listings. For per-person fares, the median is €200; the middle half cost €48 to €206. Terre Basse Jet Ski Tour costs €123 per jet ski, rated 4.77 from 115 reviews. Half Day Jet Ski Tour costs €206 per person, rated 4.86 from 233 reviews. Divide the vehicle price by your party size for the riders covered by that fare. Browse private water sports: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/water-sports-st-maarten/?tour_type=private

**Can I fit St Maarten water sports into half a day?**

Give Sun & Fun Double ATV + shorter Jet Ski half a day; give Full Day Jet Ski Tour a day of its own if you want lunch included. The page median is 3 hours; its 2 ATV combinations have a median of 3.5 hours. For example, Sun & Fun Double ATV + shorter Jet Ski costs €182 per machine, rated 4.91 from 666 reviews. Full Day Jet Ski Tour includes lunch and costs €283 per person, rated 4.95 from 39 reviews. Allow separately for reaching the meeting point. Find shorter water sports outings: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/water-sports-st-maarten/?duration_max=3 · Explore ATV and jet ski combinations: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/atv-utv-tours-st-maarten/

**Can children or someone with limited mobility join these water sports?**

Use the kids filter for strollers and infants accepted, not driving eligibility. Operator-marked wheelchair access is listed for none of 9 activities. 3 of 9 listings accept strollers and infants. Sun & Fun Double ATV + shorter Jet Ski sets a minimum driver age: €182 per machine, rated 4.91 from 666 reviews. For accessibility, filter first, then confirm with the operator whether boarding and riding work for your needs. Filter for strollers and infants: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/water-sports-st-maarten/?kids=true · Find operator-marked access: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/?wheelchair=true

**Which water sports offer cruise pier pickup, and is it included?**

For cruise gate pickup, Terre Basse Jet Ski requires an extra cash payment. Pinel's tandem kayak includes equipment and park fees but excludes transport. This page has 2 listings also listed as cruise excursions. Hotel pickup is included on 1 of 9 listings. Terre Basse Jet Ski Tour costs €123 per jet ski, rated 4.77 from 115 reviews; dry bags are included. The private Pinel Island Tandem Kayak costs €69 per kayak, rated 4.86 from 523 reviews. Browse cruise excursions: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/cruise-excursions-st-maarten/ · Find included hotel pickup: https://guidekin.com/caribbean/st-maarten/water-sports-st-maarten/?pickup=hotel


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