Day Trips from Sint Maarten: Anguilla, St Barths, Saba & St Kitts
One of the biggest advantages of basing a charter in Sint Maarten is how much lies within easy reach. From the marinas of Marigot, four very different islands are all close enough for a comfortable day trip — each with its own character, and each worth building into your itinerary.
Anguilla: Quiet Beaches, Barely an Hour Away
Just across the channel from Sint Maarten, Anguilla is known for some of the most beautiful, uncrowded beaches in the Caribbean. Shoal Bay and Rendezvous Bay offer soft white sand and calm, shallow water — ideal for a relaxed afternoon at anchor, a swim, and lunch at one of the low-key beach bars that dot the coastline. Anguilla’s low-key pace makes it a natural contrast to Sint Maarten’s livelier marinas.
Saint-Barthélemy: A Touch of Glamour
Saint-Barthélemy, or St Barths, brings a different energy entirely. Gustavia’s harbor is lined with boutiques and waterfront restaurants, while the island’s coves — Colombier, Anse du Gouverneur, Anse de Grande Saline — offer some of the most photogenic anchorages in the region. It’s a popular stop for a lunch excursion or a full day exploring the island’s beaches by tender.
Saba: Diving Beneath a Volcanic Peak
Saba is unlike anywhere else nearby. A dramatic volcanic cone rising straight out of the sea, the island has no real beaches, but it more than makes up for it underwater — the Saba National Marine Park is considered one of the best diving destinations in the Caribbean, with dramatic pinnacles, walls, and consistently excellent visibility. A trip here suits guests looking to add some adventure to an otherwise relaxed week.
St. Kitts: A Slower, Greener Island
St. Kitts offers a greener, more laid-back alternative, with volcanic peaks, historic sugar plantations, and the well-preserved Brimstone Hill Fortress overlooking the coastline. It’s a good choice for a day that mixes time on the water with a bit of exploring on land.
Building These Islands Into Your Charter
Many guests combine two or three of these destinations into a single week, using Sint Maarten as a base and letting the crew plan the route around conditions and preferences. A typical week might pair a beach day in Anguilla with an afternoon in St Barths, leaving a day free for diving off Saba or exploring ashore in St Kitts.
Plan Your Sint Maarten Charter
All of this is easiest with the right yacht and a crew who know these waters well. Our yacht charter in Sint Maarten is based in Marigot, at Marina Fort Louis, putting you within easy reach of all four islands from day one.
For a fully crewed week with a professional captain and chef on board, take a look at the Lagoon 52 catamaran, available from €8,180 per week.
If you’re still deciding where to base your charter, explore our full range of Caribbean yacht charters to compare destinations across the region.
Get in touch with our team to start planning your route around Sint Maarten and its neighboring islands.