Hakuna Matata - St Maarten Catamaran day cruise

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
7 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Language
English
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Explore St Maarten on the Hakuna Matata Catamaran. Captain Robert offers a personal touch with homemade meals, snorkeling, and hidden beaches. Perfect for families and couples.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Enjoy a relaxed day perfect for families (kids welcome!), couples, and groups. Captain Robert, with years of experience sailing the world’s oceans, shares captivating stories above and below the surround water.


We pride ourselves on a welcoming, friendly atmosphere where you'll feel like instant friends with the crew. Enjoy homemade meals with fresh local ingredients, including a light lunch and full dinner. Swim, snorkel, and sailing.


No passport required! Gratuities are not included, but all fees and taxes are covered. For special requests, contact Captain Robert directly.


What makes us unique? We offer a personal, intimate experience away from the crowds, with tailored itineraries that let you explore hidden beaches and secluded spots. Your day is all about relaxation, adventure, and making memories.


Let us create the perfect day on the water—your Caribbean escape awaits!

Sample Menu

STARTER
Gourmet Fresh Home Made Sandwiches
Gourmet snacks, French baguettes with dipping sauces
MAIN
Barbecue ribs/chicken
served with grilled garlic baguette toast and a freshly made salad
STARTER
Fruit salad
A variety of fresh fruit, often sourced locally (sometimes wild foraged!): starfruit, dragon fruit, mango, papaya, pineapple, oranges and bananas.

What You Get

Swimming Noodles
Carbonated beverages
Soda/Pop
Dinner
Sailing back to Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten we serve delicious buffet style foods.
Gratuities

Good To Know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Step off the mainland and discover Saint Martin from a unique perspective aboard our 47-foot catamaran, Hakuna Matata. Enjoy a fun, worry-free adventure where we take care of everything, allowing you to fully relax and explore. Led by Captain Robert, with over 15 years of Caribbean sailing experience he will guide you through your journey, sharing fascinating stories from his adventures Departing Phillipsburg at 9:00 AM and returning around 4:00 PM, enjoy stops at Simpson Bay, Maho Beach, Mullet Bay, and La Semanna Beach for sunbathing, swimming, and snorkeling. Each stop lasts 1+ hour. Savor a homemade lunch, grilled entrées, fresh fruit, and unlimited drinks, all while enjoying exceptional service. Snorkel in our crystal-clear waters, where you might spot tropical fish or even a sea turtle. Alternatively, relax on board or in the water, soaking up the serene surroundings. What to Bring: Beach towels, sun protection, smile, motion sickness tablets (if needed) Our crew is dedicated to making your day exceptional. If you feel we’ve gone above and beyond, gratuities are always appreciated to recognize their hard work. Contact Captain Robert for any questions.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Greenhouse, Sint Maarten, SX

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We’ll meet you at 9:00 AM beside the Green House Restaurant in Philipsburg, near the "Venetian Bridge" and three palm trees overlooking the canal. Look for Robert! From there, you’ll board a dinghy to the catamaran for your full-day adventure. Return is guaranteed before your ship departs.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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NO Need to Look Elsewhere!!
June 19, 2025
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If you’re looking for a catamaran tour / day trip this is the one. My fiancée and I had a blast. Paulo and Diana were tremendous hosts! Locations we visited were stunning and the food they prepa...read more

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Favorite day of the week!
June 17, 2025
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Pavel and Diane were excellent! They were so kind and accommodating, made an excellent meal, and pointed out many things around the island during our day. They were very friendly and gave us point...read more

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Best experience of our whole trip! We were a party of 10 and I think everyone felt like this was the highlight.
June 15, 2025
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The Captain and the First Mate were so attentive. We were on the boat with our party of 10 and there were probably 10 others. The staff was so good with the small kids and the young adults. The f...read more

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Everything about our day...
June 14, 2025
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Everything about our day on Hakuna Matata was amazing! Aga and our Captain Pavel were the best! They took care of our every need, cooked amazing food, took us to the best coves for swimming, they w...read more

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Amazing day on this catamaran
June 13, 2025
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The boat and crew were amazing. Very family friendly and the snacks plus lunch were cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this boat and excursion. They worked with our cruise schedule to make sure w...read more

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