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Caribbean Saint Martin St Martin Do & See Soualiga Destinations Boat Tours

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Soualiga Destinations Boat Tours

The guide was updated: 2024-09-17

Boat tour starting at Bobby's Marina will take you on a captivating journey around Sint Maarten, with our knowledgeable crew regaling you with intriguing tales about the island. The day includes snorkelling in the crystal-blue sea, followed by a satisfying lunch at a beachside restaurant — the perfect finale to an unforgettable day.

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Address: Juancho Yrausquin Boulevard, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
Website: www.soualigadestinations.com
Phone: +1 721 553 6550
Email: bcass1111@gmail.com

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Fort St Louis

Fort St Louis

Fort St Louis is the largest historical monument in Saint-Martin. It is named after King Louis XVI of France, who built a settlement to protect Marigot during his reign. Take a pleasant hike up the hill and catch the view of the town at sunset or sunrise.

Saint Martin Carnival

Saint Martin Carnival

Saint Martin Carnival is one of the island's cultural highlights, where locals and tourists get together in the streets to sing, dance, make music, throw confetti and have a good time watching the lively parade. Both Marigot and Philipsburg are decorated in colourful feathers and glitter for the whole carnival month. On the French side, the carnival takes place in February and until early March. On the Dutch side, the carnival is celebrated from mid-April until early May.

Diving & Snorkeling

Diving & Snorkeling

Swim with turtles, lionfish, lizardfish and other colourful sea creatures. You will be provided with top notch diving equipment; professional underwater cameras can be rented in order to capture this unique experience.

Philipsburg

Philipsburg

The capital of Sint Maarten is the central point for shopping and the local cultural scene. Tucked in the southeastern part of the island between Great Bay and Great Salt Pond, the city has been a major commercial hub for the island since the 17th century.

Marigot

Marigot

The capital of Saint-Martin has rows of patisseries and smart bistros that sit side by side with luxury fashion houses and colonial architecture. Take a stroll on Rue de la République with its 19th-century traditional facades and visit one of the many historical buildings like Marigot Church, the Old Prison or Durat Bridge.

Quartier-d'Orleans

Quartier-d'Orleans

Quartier-d'Orleans is a little piece of 17th-century France. Also known as the French Quarter, this fishing village is located on the east coast and is believed to be the first French settlement on the island.

Soualiga Destinations Boat Tours

Soualiga Destinations Boat Tours

Boat tour starting at Bobby's Marina will take you on a captivating journey around Sint Maarten, with our knowledgeable crew regaling you with intriguing tales about the island. The day includes snorkelling in the crystal-blue sea, followed by a satisfying lunch at a beachside restaurant — the perfect finale to an unforgettable day.

Loterie Farm

Loterie Farm

Loterie Farm is a private nature reserve and the perfect spot for an ecological adventure and a gourmet experience. Dine and drink some wine or participate in one of the numerous outdoor activities like climbing, hiking or gliding over the treetop canopy.

Bernard's Tours

Bernard's Tours

Bernard's Tours has an outstanding reputation. Take part in outstanding individual or group tours. On the half-day trip led by competent guides you will discover all the major sites of the island and learn its long and rich history.

Grand Case

Grand Case

The town of Grand Case has gained the status of St Martin's gourmet capital. A number of world-class restaurants are located in traditional huts and the village is home to the last remaining wattle houses. In January, a Caribbean jazz festival with bands and orchestras takes place.

Border Obelisk

Border Obelisk

The only place in the world where you can directly cross the border between Holland and France! Back in 1648, the French and Dutch signed a contract dividing the island into two parts. Since then, the two sides have lived in peace and harmony. Apart from the language, the only indicator of the border is a border obelisk marking 300 years of peaceful coexistence by the two nations.

National Nature Reserve of St Martin

National Nature Reserve of St Martin

A true oasis of fauna and flora, the triangle-shaped Reserve covers over 3000 hectares of sea and land including the islands off the east coast: Pinel Island, Petite Clef, Green Cay and Tintamarre. With its rocky coasts, cliffs and beaches, the reserve is home to a host of different species like seabirds, iguanas, sea turtles, and dolphins.

Fort Amsterdam

Fort Amsterdam

Located between Great Bay and Little Bay in the southern part of the island, Fort Amsterdam dates back nearly four centuries. It was constructed by Dutch settlers who claimed the island in 1631 and utilized shortly thereafter in battle with Spanish occupiers. There isn't much left of the fort itself, but the surrounding nature is spectacular. Wear comfortable shoes and look out for iguanas.

Seaside Nature Park

Seaside Nature Park

At Seaside Nature Park, there is something for everyone to enjoy whether you love the water or you're more of a landlubber. Some of their more popular activities include guided horseback riding tours across the beach, snorkelling in the waters of Cay Bay and hiking tours through the park.

Sint Maarten Museum

Sint Maarten Museum

The exhibits at the Sint Maarten Museum provide insight into the cultural heritage and the natural history of the island. Learn about the people who helped shape Sint Maarten into the place it is today and about its industry, geography, plants and wildlife.

Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit

Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit

Film buffs will really get a kick out visiting the Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit, which houses a number of pieces of movie memorabilia. Some pieces are works created or co-created by the artist and owner Nick Maley, who has worked on films like "Star Wars", "Superman", "Men in Black", "The Terminator", "Alien" and "Highlander".

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