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Please present tour voucher to ground operator upon arrival to reconfirm your tour day and to confirm tour departure time and other details. You will have an opportunity to select a preferred tour date at time of booking; however , tours pre-purchased online are not pre-reserved for a specific date. Child rates, where applicable, will display at time of booking and vary according to age.
*** Rates below are subject to change, are for general information and may vary slightly by season and/or hotel selected. Exact prices will be provided at time of booking. ***

Sky Explorer Tour and 360 View (min age 3)

 
Sky Explorer Tour and 360 View (min age 3)Each adventure at Rainforest Adventures Park begins in this restored plantation house originally built in the 1700s. The Museum tells the powerful story of Trace Wilson, who was born into slavery on the property in 1818 and her direct descendant Emilio Wilson. You will see depictions of what life was like on a plantation and learn about the customs, traditions, lifestyle, and stories that earned Sint Maarten the nickname ‘The Friendly Island.’ Embark on the Soualiga Sky Explorer for the approximately 25-minute ride to the top of Sentry Hill, one of St. Maarten’s highest elevations at 1,125 feet. The experience encompasses two chairlifts and a series of platforms encircle the mountaintop, showcasing 360-degree views of the island including vistas of neighboring islands Saba, St. Eustatius, St. Barts and Anguilla. When you are ready to descend, simply aboard the Soualiga Sky Explorer and enjoy the scenic trip down the mountain. After this fun-filled adventure, souvenirs and attraction photos are available for purchase in the gift shop or, if you prefer, Emilio's Restaurant, nestled among authentic antique colonial walls, offers a menu of classic favorites with a new twist.

Meeting Point: Hotel lobby*; time varies by hotel.
Activity Duration: Approx 3.5 hours for activity (approx 5 hours total duration)
Operates: Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday
Tour Inclusions: Transportation* (from Sonesta Maho only), entrance fees, Soualiga Sky Explorer, museum visit.
Not Included: Transportation* from resorts other than Sonesta Maho, food, beverages, souvenirs, photos/videos, additional services available for purchase, tips.
Activity Level: Moderate
Recommendations/Notes: Wear comfortable clothes, hat or cap, sunglasses, walking shoes, biodegradable sunscreen. Bring extra cash, insect repellent. Children must be able to sit on their own and must be accompanied by an adult. They are not permitted to sit in laps, be in 'packs' or anything that straps them to an adult. Please note this is an outdoor facility and guests should be prepared for the weather.

Flying Dutchman (min. age 13)

 
Take in panoramic views of St. Maarten’s lush natural beauty and learn about its rich history at Rainforest Adventures St. Maarten – Rockland Estate.

Thrill seekers, look no further than the Flying Dutchman St. Maarten adventure! Begin at the Emilio Wilson Museum, a restored plantation house that now educates visitors about the conditions of plantation life as well as the customs, traditions and history of St. Maarten. Then, ride the Soualiga Sky Explorer to the top of Sentry Hill, one of the island’s highest peaks, taking in sweeping views of St. Maarten and neighboring islands. Then, fly back down the mountain on The Flying Dutchman, the world’s steepest zipline! Make sure to grab a keepsake and photo of your adventure at the gift shop beside the historic, colonial walls of Emilio’s Restaurant, offering a menu of fan favorites with a twist!

Meeting Point: Rainforest Adventures Park
Duration: Activity duration 3.5 hours; total duration 3.5 hours
Operates: Sunday
Included: Entrance fees, safety equipment
Not Included: Transportation to/from hotels, meal, non-alcoholic drinks, alcoholic drinks/open bar, photos, tips, souvenirs, additional services available, videos
Activity Level: Strenuous
Wheelchair Access: No
Notes/Recommendations: Use biodegradable sunblock, wear a hat or cap, wear sunglasses, bring extra cash, wear walking shoes, bring insect repellent and wear suitable clothing for the activity. Not recommended for expectant mothers or anyone with mobility restrictions that may prevent their full participation. The tour schedule is subject to change; contact your Sunwing Experiences representative for more details.

The Big Three (min. age 13)

 
The Big Three (min. age 13)Experience everything that Rainforest Adventure Park has to offer on this exciting excursion in beautiful St. Maarten.

Adventure comes in threes on this Sky Explorer, Fly Dutchman tour in St. Maarten! Start at the Emilio Wilson Museum, a restored plantation house built in the 1700s and learn about the island's customs, traditions and history. Then, ride the Soualiga Sky Explorer up Sentry Hill while admiring panoramic views of St. Maarten and nearby islands like St. Barts and Anguilla as you make your way to its peak. Afterwards, get ready for the ride of your life back down the mountain on The Flying Dutchman, the world's steepest zipline! End your day with a delicious meal at Emilio's Restaurant serving up classic dishes with a twist and make sure to grab a souvenir or snapshot of your ride down the mountain from the gift shop.

Meeting Point: Lobby of the Sonesta Maho Hotel
Duration: Activity duration 4.5 hours; total duration 6 hours
Operates: Sunday, Wednesday, Saturday
Included: Round-trip transportation for participants staying at Sonesta Maho Beach Hotel, entrance fees, safety equipment
Not Included: Meal, non-alcoholic drinks, alcoholic drinks/open bar, photos, tips, souvenirs, additional services available, videos
Activity Level: Strenuous
Wheelchair Access: No
Notes/Recommendations: Use biodegradable sunblock, wear a hat or cap, wear sunglasses, bring extra cash, wear walking shoes, bring insect repellent and wear suitable clothing for the activity. Not recommended for expectant mothers or anyone with mobility restrictions that may prevent their full participation.

Sky Explorer and Schooner (2 Rides/Min. Age 6)

 
Sky Explorer and Schooner (2 Rides/Min. Age 6)Spend a day in the heights and climb one of the highest mountains in Sint Maarten by cable car and descend in an inflatable tire! Tour "The Friendly Island" in a different and fun way. Visit a museum full of history and then fly through the air to enjoy the views.

This adventure begins with a visit to a restored hacienda-turned-museum, where you will learn about life on an 18th-century plantation. Continue your day aboard the Soualiga Sky Explorer, a telefoil, which will take you to one of the highest points on the island. During this tour, which lasts approximately 25 minutes, you will be able to admire wonderful landscapes and you will even have the opportunity to see some of the nearest islands such as Saba, St. Eustatius, St. Barthélemy and Anguilla. To complete this adventure, you will head to the Schooner Ride station to descend at full speed on an inflatable tire! Slide down a specially designed track to get the adrenaline flowing. At the base, you will find souvenirs, photos of your adventure and more.

Meeting Point: Lobby of the Sonesta Maho Hotel
Duration: Activity duration approx. 3.5 hours; total duration approx. 5 hours
Operates: Sunday
Included: Roundtrip transportation to/from hotels, entrance fees, security equipment, safety equipment
Not Included: Meal, non-alcoholic drinks, alcoholic drinks/open bar, photos, tips, souvenirs, additional services available, videos
Activity Level: Moderate
Wheelchair Access: No
Notes/Recommendations: Use biodegradable sunblock, wear a hat or cap, wear sunglasses, wear walking shoes, bring insect repellent and wear suitable clothing for the activity. Activities are not recommended for pregnant women and people with heart, back and neck problems. To climb the zip line, participants must be between 3 ft and 6 ft tall and weigh between 100 lb and 275 lb. Children must be able to sit by themselves and must be accompanied by an adult. It is the participant's responsibility if cameras or other photography/recording equipment are damaged.

Sky Explorer and Sentry Hill Zipline (min. age 10)

 
Sky Explorer and Sentry Hill Zipline (min. age 10)Travel by cable car to one of the highest points of San Martin, enjoy the ride, enjoy the wonderful view and descend by zipline to the base. Experience this unique adventure that mixes history and adventure. Visit a museum, take a cable car ride, marvel at the view of the island and its surroundings and zipline through Sentry Hill and its landscapes.

Begin this great adventure by visiting a museum, located in a restored hacienda, built in the 18th century. Learn what life was like on the plantation, its customs, lifestyle and traditions that persist to this day. Continue your day aboard the Soualiga Sky Explorer, a telefoil, which will take you to one of the highest points on the island. During this ride, which lasts approximately 25 minutes, you will admire the wonderful scape of the island. At the end, you will take a short walk to the next station and, after a safety talk, you will fly on the winding wires over the Sentry Hill mountain. To complete this exciting adventure, enjoy a final ride aboard the cable car and admire the panorama and the famous Emilio Watson Farm. At the base you can find souvenirs, photos of your adventure and more.

Meeting Point: Lobby of the Sonesta Maho Hotel
Duration: Activity duration approx. 3.5 hours; total duration approx. 5 hours
Operates: Sunday, Wednesday, Saturday
Included: Roundtrip transportation for Sonesta Maho Beach guests only, entrance fees, security equipment
Not Included: Meal, non-alcoholic drinks, alcoholic drinks/open bar, photos, tips, souvenirs, videos, additional services not included
Activity Level: Strenuous
Wheelchair Access: No
Notes/Recommendations: Use biodegradable sunblock, wear a hat or cap, wear sunglasses, bring extra cash, wear walking shoes, bring insect repellent and wear suitable clothing for the activity. Activities are not recommended for pregnant women and people with heart, back and neck problems. To climb the zip line, participants must be between 4 and 6 feet tall and weigh between 100 and 270 lb. Children must be able to sit by themselves and must be accompanied by an adult. It is the participant's responsibility if cameras or other photography/recording equipment are damaged.

Sentry Hill Zip Line and Schooner Ride (min. age 10)

 
Sentry Hill Zip Line and Schooner Ride (min. age 10)Enjoy a day full of thrills, visit the Emilio Wilson Museum, enjoy the Soualiga Sky Explorer chairlift and go down the hill on the Sentry Hill innertube!

Immerse yourselves in the sweeping views of St. Maarten's tropical magnificence with this adventure to Rainforest Adventure Park! Start with a visit to the Emilio Wilson Museum, where you'll learn about the island's customs, traditions and history. Then, enjoy the magnificent views of St. Maarten and the surrounding islands on your way to the top of Sentry Hill from the Soualiga Sky Explorer chairlift. Then, fly over St. Maarten's lush countryside on the Sentry Hill Zipline before finishing off your day with the Schooner Ride, a specially-designed track that will take you down Sentry Hill on an innertube. St. Maarten's Sentry Hill Zip Line and Schooner ride is the most thrilling adventure on the island!

Meeting Point: Lobby of the Sonesta Maho Hotel
Duration: Activity duration 4 hours; total duration 5.5 hours
Operates: Sunday
Included: Roundtrip transportation for guests of Sonesta Maho Beach Hotel, entrance fees, safety equipment
Not Included: Meal, non-alcoholic drinks, alcoholic drinks/open bar, photos, tips, souvenirs, additional services available, videos
Activity Level: Strenuous
Wheelchair Access: No
Notes/Recommendations: Use biodegradable sunblock, wear a hat or cap, wear sunglasses, bring extra cash, wear walking shoes, bring insect repellent and wear suitable clothing for the activity. Please confirm the pick-up time with your representative at the destination. Height range: min. 52, max. 80 inches. Weight range: min. 100, max. 275 pounds. The activities are not recommended for pregnant women, anyone with mobility restrictions or people with heart, back and neck injuries. Please note this is an outdoor facility and guests should be prepared for weather conditions.

ATV Adventures Individual (min age 18)

 
Get ready for an exciting off-road adventure with this ATV Adventures tour around St. Maarten. Discover the French and Dutch sides of the island on a powerful 400cc ATV that will take you to the heart of the island's wilderness. Enjoy panoramic views of the jungle and incredible vistas. Feel closer to nature as you leave roads and cities behind. Reach the edge of the forest edge and drive over the sand on the beautiful and famous Orient Beach. This is an adventure you will always remember!

Meeting Point: Sonesta Maho at 9:50am
Activity Duration: Approximately 4 hours for activity (approximately 4.5 hours total duration)
Operates: Daily
Tour Inclusions: Guide, Safety equipment and "ATV Map" (Drive your own ATV, Visit the French and Dutch sides of the island and Drive on the beach)
Not Included: Roundtrip Transfers to tour, Meal, Non-alcoholic drinks, Alcoholic drinks/Open bar, tips, souvenirs, personal expenses
Activity Level: Moderate
Recommendations/Notes: Wear comfortable clothes, Use biodegradable sunblock, Bring extra cash, Wear water proof shoes, Bring a camera. Price is per ATV. Kids from 6 to 17 years must be accompanied by an adult. For the pick up details, please confirm with your representative. Up to two people per ATV.
Requirements for drivers: Valid Driver's license and 18+ years old.

ATV Adventures Double (min age 6) (2 pax min in ATV)

 
Get ready for an exciting off-road adventure with this ATV Adventures tour around St. Maarten. Discover the French and Dutch sides of the island on a powerful 400cc ATV that will take you to the heart of the island's wilderness. Enjoy panoramic views of the jungle and incredible vistas. Feel closer to nature as you leave roads and cities behind. Reach the edge of the forest edge and drive over the sand on the beautiful and famous Orient Beach. This is an adventure you will always remember!

Meeting Point: Sonesta Maho at 9:50am
Activity Duration: Approximately 4 hours for activity (approximately 4.5 hours total duration)
Operates: Daily
Tour Inclusions: Guide, Safety equipment and "ATV Map" (Drive your own ATV, Visit the French and Dutch sides of the island and Drive on the beach)
Not Included: Roundtrip Transfers to tour, Meal, Non-alcoholic drinks, Alcoholic drinks/Open bar, tips, souvenirs, personal expenses
Activity Level: Moderate
Recommendations/Notes: Wear comfortable clothes, use biodegradable sunblock, bring extra cash, wear water proof shoes and bring a camera. Kids from 6 to 17 years must be accompanied by an adult. For the pick up details, please confirm with your representative. 2 pax min in ATV (price per person).
Requirements for drivers: Valid Driver's license and 18+ years old.

Full Day Eco Tour

 
Full Day Eco TourSnorkel in St. Maarten, tour the beaches in a speedboat and delight your palate with a gourmet meal at a local French restaurant. This is a complete experience that combines nature, adrenaline and relaxation! Live a day full of emotions: snorkel among colorful reefs, relax on virgin beaches, watch sea turtles and enjoy a delicious meal.

Climb aboard a speedboat for a fun and unforgettable day in St. Maarten! Cruise the island's coastline on a speedboat with stops to snorkel, swim and relax in the crystal clear waters alongside colorful and exotic tropical marine life. Then, head to the pristine shores of Tintamarre Island and have a great time watching sea turtles and exploring the beautiful beach. After this exciting experience, a delicious meal still awaits you in Grand Case, which is the French part of the island. Back at Long Bay beach, you will enjoy a relaxing time at the floating bar on Long Bay beach and, to finish, there is a visit to Maho beach to watch the airplanes go by. Get the full St. Maarten experience on this eco-tour!

Meeting Point: 3 Palm Plaza in Simpson Bay, St. Maarten - Billy Bones (behind Domino's Pizza)
Duration: Activity duration (without transportation) approx. 7 hours
Operates: Sunday, Friday
Included: Bilingual guide, safety equipment/gear, open bar, lunch at a barbecue restaurant (menu with 4 different options available), snorkeling equipment, meal, alcoholic drinks, guide
Not Included: Transportation to/from hotels, photos, tips, souvenirs, dock fee/port tax per person, additional drinks or food, nature reserve fee per person, marine park fee, video services, drinks at the restaurant, any service or product not specified as included in the activity
Activity Level: Moderate
Wheelchair Access: No
Notes/Recommendations: Wear comfortable clothes, bring a swimsuit, use biodegradable sunblock, bring extra cash and bring a camera. The use of safety equipment during activities is mandatory. Participation under the influence of alcohol or drugs is not allowed. Safety is the responsibility of each visitor, who is accountable for any accidents or injuries that may occur. This tour is not recommended for pregnant women or individuals with mobility restrictions. Minors must be supervised by accompanying adults at all times. The use, care and safekeeping of cameras and professional equipment are the responsibility of each participant. The marine park fee is paid in cash at the time of registration. Water activities are subject to weather conditions.

Tropical Catamaran Beach and Snorkeling

 
Get ready for a day of fun in the sun on this snorkelling excursion in the stunning Caribbean waters of St. Maarten! Start your adventure with a serene cruise along the coast to Little Bay where you’ll gear up for your first snorkelling stop – first time snorkellers will have the help of knowledgeable guides to make sure they feel confident in the water. In between adventures, enjoy some snacks and drinks on board as you make your way to either Samana Long Beach or Mullet Bay for more snorkelling excitement or a leisurely swim with pool noodles and a floating bar stocked with refreshing drinks, cold beer and Mount Gay Happy Rhum Punch, a local specialty. After a tasty lunch on deck, head to Maho Beach where if you’re lucky, you’ll have the chance to see planes approach the runway at Princess Juliana International Airport from the water before one last swim at either Simpson Bay or Indigo Bay.

Activity Duration: Approx 6 hours for activity (approx 7 hours total duration)
Operates: Wednesday and Saturday
Departure time/Location: Times may vary depending on hotel location
Return time/Location: Times may vary depending on hotel location
Tour Inclusions: Roundtrip Transportation, Meal, Alcoholic drinks/Open bar, Entrance fees, Guide, Snorkel equipment
Activity Level: Moderate
Recommendations/Notes: Bring swimsuit, Bring towels, Use biodegradable sunblock, Bring extra cash and Bring camera. The maximum number of tour participants is 20 to 28 persons. The route is subject to change depending on the weather.

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