Shore & Land Excursions
Make the most of your vacation with a shore and land excursion that appeals to your interests. Knowledgeable, professional guides lead all excursions and offer special insights into the culture, history, wildlife, and geology of each destination. Discover first-hand how islanders went about the business of growing, harvesting and refining sugar in 18th century Barbados. Take an invigorating mush across a snow-covered glacier aboard an Alaskan dogsled. Or stroll through the maze of tiny streets in Mykonos, the birthplace of Apollo.
4x4 St. Maarten & Beach Escape, SMB9, Philipsburg, St. Maarten
- Overview: This 4x4 tour visits many of the highlights of St. Maarten including several scenic lookouts, Marigot and the beach for a swim or rest. This is a great way to spend your day on St. Maarten. - Highlights: Enjoy the thrill of driving a 4X4 through St. Maarten. Explore / shop in the French capital of Marigot. Take a refreshing swim at Mullet Bay Beach. - Notes: Drivers must be 21 years old and have a valid license. There is a maximum of 4 persons per jeep; however families or groups of 3 or less might be grouped in a jeep with others. Vehicles have automatic transmission. Please wear swimsuit underneath your clothing.
109.00 Adult (USD)
109.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
Minimum Age: 6 years
Aquaboat and Jeep Adventure, SMC3, Philipsburg, St. Maarten
OVERVIEW: This tour provides a wonderful way to enjoy all that St. Maarten has to offer; both on land and sea. HIGHLIGHTS: Cruise along the coast in a two-person speed boat. Take a swim at a Caribbean beach. Drive or ride in 4x4 through the island with visits to Mullet Bay, Marigot and Orient Beach. NOTES: Guests must be a minimum of 21 years old to drive. A valid driver's license must be presented at time of tour. Vehicles have automatic transmission. Families or groups of 3 or less might be grouped in the jeep with others as the vehicles hold 4 passengers.
139.00 Adult (USD)
139.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
Minimum Age: 6 years
Butterfly Farm & Marigot, SM02, Philipsburg, St. Maarten
OVERVIEW: This tour takes you through the beautiful countryside of this two-nation island. At the Butterfly Farm, you'll be surrounded by hundreds of exotic butterflies and your guide will point out courtship displays and relate facts and stories. You will witness the butterfly life cycle from laying eggs to caterpillar hatching. HIGHLIGHTS: Scenic ride through the Dutch and French sides of the island. Tour the colorful Butterfly Farm. Explore and shop in the French capital of Marigot and the Dutch capital of Philipsburg. NOTES: Most shops in Marigot will be closed on Sundays and holidays.
45.00 Adult (USD)
23.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
N/A
Captain Morgan Sail & Snorkel, SM85, Philipsburg, St. Maarten
OVERVIEW: Come aboard the schooner "Captain Morgan" for sailing, swimming, and snorkeling in the clear blue waters of the Caribbean. To ensure maximum comfort and privacy, space is limited to no more than 25 passengers. HIGHLITHS: Sail along the south coast of the island on a 65 ft schooner. Drop anchor for swimming and snorkeling (equipment included). Enjoy snacks and complimentary drinks on the sail back. NOTES: For safety reasons, lounge chairs are not available onboard the schooner.
78.00 Adult (USD)
56.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
Minimum Age: 3 years, Maximum Age: 90 years
Easy St. Maarten (Wheelchair Accessible), SMF6, Philipsburg, St. Maarten
OVERVIEW: Enjoy the sights of St. Maarten in a custom vehicle that is fully equipped for limited mobility and wheelchair access. HIGHLIGHTS: Enjoy a panoramic tour in a fully accessible vehicle with stops at Oyster Pond Look Out, Marigot and Cole Bay Hill Look Out. NOTES: This tour is designed for those guests who are full-time wheelchair users or who have walking difficulties.
79.00 Adult (USD)
79.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
N/A
Explore the Boardwalk the Fun Way - On a Segway, SM53, Philipsburg, St. Maarten
OVERVIEW: Check out the boardwalk in Philipsburg from a new perspective driving your own segway. At the end of the ride, you'll have time to relax at the beach or shop. HIGHLIGHTS: Learn how to ride a segway before embarking on a ride along the boardwalk (approx. 45 mins). Lounge on a beach chair or spend time shopping.
88.00 Adult (USD)
88.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
Minimum Age: 10 years
Maximum Weight: 275 pounds
Harley in Paradise, SMB5, Philipsburg, St. Maarten
OVERVIEW: See the beauty of St. Maarten from a Harley Davidson. HIGHLIGHTS: Take a guided tour across St. Maarten through Marigot and the countryside while sitting astride a Harley Davidson. The tour price is per bike and guests have the option of riding solo or with a passenger. NOTES: A credit card and current motorcycle license is required to complete the rental contract. Long pants and closed shoes are recommended. The price includes collision damage waiver insurance with a $2,000 deductible. The deductible is fully or partially charged to the driver's credit card in the event the motorcycle is returned damaged.
239.00 Adult (USD)
239.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
Minimum Age: 25 years
Made in Paradise, SMF8, Philipsburg, St. Maarten
OVERVIEW: A cultural island experience! The tour around St. Martin includes a visit to a flavored rum factory and tasting, a visit to an authentic island perfumery, a French Caribbean cooking demonstration, and free time at the open-air Creole market or the beach. HIGHLIGHTS: Visit a rum factory and island perfumery. Enjoy a cooking demonstration of several cooking methods and recipes typical of the French Caribbean. Using local ingredients and spices of the region, a variety of dish samples will be created for you to try in a picturesque ocean setting. Afterwards, enjoy free time at an open-air Creole Market or the beach.
59.00 Adult (USD)
59.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
N/A
Magical Highlights Sightseeing Tour, SMD3, Philipsburg, St. Maarten
- Overview: This tour offers the opportunity to see some of the island's most popular sights from the comfort of an air-conditioned motor coach before relaxing on a catamaran cruise. Upon reaching the French capital of Marigot, it's time to enjoy the sidewalk cafés and shopping for which this charming city is so famous. - Highlights: Board a catamaran for a cruise (approx. 1 hour). Time to explore / shop in Marigot (approx. 1 hour).
89.00 Adult (USD)
64.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
Minimum Age: 6 years
Marigot Sailing and Shopping, SM32, Philipsburg, St. Maarten
- Overview: This tour combines sailing on a beautiful catamaran with time to explore and shop in the delightful French capital of Marigot. - Highlights: Sail on a catamaran (approx. 1 hr). Ride in comfort through the island's beautiful countryside. Shop and explore in the French capital of Marigot (approx. 2 hrs). - Notes: Most shops in French Marigot will be closed on Sundays and holidays.
79.00 Adult (USD)
69.00 Child (USD)
0.00 Infant (USD)
Minimum Age: 6 years
Important: Please remember you have up to 4 days prior to your sail date to purchase your regular shore excursions online. If you are within the 4 days, you will then need to purchase your shore excursions onboard; land excursions would need to be purchased directly through your Tour Director on the land portion of the Alaska Cruisetour. For example, if you are sailing on October 18, you can make Shore & Land Excursion purchases online until October 13.
For additional Shore & Land Excursions information, please visit our frequently asked questions.