These are sample Shore Excursions available through independent tour operators. Tours may vary by arrival dates, port arrival and departure times. Additional excursions may be available directly through MSC Cruises.
Enjoy the brew and beach scene in laid-back Philipsburg that will have you enjoying cold beers, delicious BBQ, and the thundering planes landing overhead at Maho Beach. While here, try your luck at the Casino Royale.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard Shore Excursion Type: Beach Food/Beverage: Beverage Included Activity Level: Easy
Embark on a journey of taste and discovery during this unique beer cruise tour. Set sail from the vibrant port of Philipsburg, Sint Maarten, and soak in the breathtaking sceneries of this tropical paradise.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard Shore Excursion Type: Culinary / Food Food/Beverage: Beverage Included Activity Level: Easy
Experience the allure of a 45-minute gondola ride, where enchantment unfolds at every moment, creating a captivating journey! Feast on a delicious charcuterie picnic basket with a glass of smooth wine as you glide under bridges and past mega yachts.
Shore Excursion Size: Small Shore Excursion Type: Eco, Nature Food/Beverage: Beverage, Snacks Included Activity Level: Easy
Romance and adventure are yours with this exciting gondola ride through a tropical lagoon. Afterward, enjoy a side trip for some sand therapy at the renowned Orient Beach.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard Shore Excursion Type: Eco, Nature Food/Beverage: Beverage, Snack Included Activity Level: Easy
This is the perfect introduction to the island where you can indulge in a cultural experience ripe with some of the best highlights and spectacular views in St. Maarten.
Join our small group tour for an enlightening exploration of St. Martin/St. Maarten's history. From panoramic views of Philipsburg to the historical Fort St. Louis and the captivating Amuseum Naturalis, this tour is a perfect blend of education and recreation.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical Food/Beverage: Snack, Beverage Included Activity Level: Easy
This half day tour takes you snorkeling under Fort Amsterdam, watching jets fly over your head at Maho Beach, and dining on scrumptious fare at a local restaurant.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical Food/Beverage: Meal and Beverage Activity Level: Easy
If you're looking for an adrenaline rush of jet-blasting aircraft flying just a few feet overhead while enjoying a day at the beach, get it all in one go when you book this exciting adventure.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard Shore Excursion Type: Beach Food/Beverage: Not Included Activity Level: Easy
Drop in on a local rum distillery for a sneak peek at the rum making process and join in on a tasting session. The rum continues as you feast on Caribbean BBQ at Kimsha Beach.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard Shore Excursion Type: Culinary / Food Food/Beverage: Lunch is included. Activity Level: Easy
Join us on a multi-generational family-friendly, island and beach excursion, perfectly blending relaxation in paradise with cultural adventure. Bask in the sea and sun with our local’s choice of top beaches.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard Shore Excursion Type: Beach Food/Beverage: Not Included Activity Level: Easy
Step aboard and escape into luxury for the day on our catamaran in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten. Highlights include a guided snorkeling tour, exquisite lunch, and the experience of airplanes roaring over your head at Maho Beach.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard Shore Excursion Type: Snorkeling Food/Beverage: Beverages, Lunch Included Activity Level: Easy
Go behind the scenes of Topper's Rhum distillery to taste handcrafted rum and learn how it is prepared and processed on a St. Maarten rum tour. Your tour also includes a delicious Caribbean BBQ lunch and beach time at Maho Beach where the airplanes literally soar above your head!
Shore Excursion Size: Standard Shore Excursion Type: Culinary / Food Food/Beverage: Lunch is included. Activity Level: Easy
Escape the crowds on the large catamarans, and sit back and let the crew do the work on this private 54 foot sailing charter that holds up to 37 guests.
Shore Excursion Size: Private Shore Excursion Type: Private Sightseeing Food/Beverage: Lunch, Open bar Activity Level: Moderate
Sail away from reality on a sailing clipper along the French side of the island where you will have the opportunity to swing into the refreshing blue water of the Caribbean.
Shore Excursion Size: Small Shore Excursion Type: Eco, Nature Food/Beverage: Lunch, Open bar Activity Level: Moderate
Rum, reggae, and beach energy await you on this ultimate Caribbean getaway in the vibrant port of Philipsburg, Sint Maarten. Your destination' The stunning Great Bay Beach, a gem among Caribbean coastlines.
Shore Excursion Size: Standard Shore Excursion Type: Beach Food/Beverage: Beverage Included Activity Level: Easy
Snuba is form of surface-supplied diving that uses an underwater breathing system that blends together snorkeling and scuba diving, bridging the gap between the two. This perfect combination allows you to explore the underwater world of Sint Maarten where you will discover her beauty beneath the surface of warm, crystal-clear waters.
Embark on the premier tour of St. Maarten, an unforgettable journey highlighting the island's top ten attractions. This tour promises to leave you with lasting memories and an enriched appreciation for the island's diverse beauty.
Shore Excursion Size: Small Shore Excursion Type: Scenic, Cultural, Historical Food/Beverage: Beverage Included Activity Level: Easy
This half day tour takes you to visit several of the island's best known artists and offers insight into some of the Caribbean's numerous artistic styles.
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