The island of St Maarten / St Martin, especially near the Simpson Bay and Philipsburg areas has some of the largest yachting hubs in the Caribbean. The annual Heineken Regatta and , as well as various other nautical events during the year bring together yachting lovers from all over the Caribbean.
Especially during winter time, St Maarten is a bustling hub of mega yachts and sailing yachts setting sail for excursions within the Caribbean region, as well as preparing for transatlantic or intercontinental voyages. Both Philipsburg and Simpson Bay have marinas catering to yachts of various sizes. Smaller marinas are available in Cupecoy on the Simpson Bay Lagoon, Marigot and Anse Marcel. Contact IGY Marinas to assist with docking slots. SOL Energy provides various docking stations for refueling your yacht. The St Maarten Marine Trades Association can be contacted for all your questions on chandlery, supplies and crew information.
If you are more of a sailor than a motor yacht person, dock at or become a member of the St Maarten Yacht Club to connect to our extensive Sailing Community.
Smaller Sint Maarten / Saint Martin boat rentals are also widely available. Charters come in all sizes; both driven by motor and sail. Amongst others, you can charter catamarans, speedboats, group boats and more and create your own itinerary. In addition, you can rent your own waterski and miniboats for venturing out in the binational Simpson Bay Lagoon. Suggestions for St Maarten / St Martin charters can be contacted via our offices at +1721-5420108.
Last but not least, one day catamaran and water activities are widely available also all over St Maarten / St Martin.