Mojito – Full Day Private Catamaran Cruise – Sint Maarten

The best part of this private catamaran cruise is the freedom to enjoy St Maarten’s coast with only your own group aboard. You get a full eight hours on the water, two very different island stops, and room to spread out rather than follow a crowded boat schedule.

I especially like the mix of Tintamarre’s wild, uninhabited setting and Pinel Island’s easy swimming beach. I also like that the crew provides drinks, snacks, snorkeling gear, a paddleboard, fishing gear, and a floating mat, so you can spend the day playing rather than arranging extras.

The main consideration is price: at $1,000 per person, this is a major splurge. It makes the most sense for a group that values privacy, comfort, and a boat reserved entirely for them.

Key points at a glance

• Tintamarre Island brings the wildlife and solitude: Spend about two hours snorkeling, looking for turtles, walking sandy paths, and seeing unusual remnants of the island’s past.
• Pinel Island offers calm water: The sheltered beach suits swimming and paddleboarding, with restaurants, chairs, umbrellas, and an easy walk to a viewpoint.
• The boat is set up for a full day: Drinks, rum and vodka, beer, juices, snacks, snorkeling equipment, fishing gear, an SUP, and a floating mat are included.
• Private means private: Only your group takes part, which is useful for families, celebrations, and groups that want control over the pace.
• The cruise leaves at 9 a.m.: You meet at Private Yacht Charter N.V. Bobby’s Marina in Philipsburg and return there after roughly eight hours.
• The main tradeoff is cost: The experience earned a 4.8 rating from 18 reviews, with 94 percent recommending it, but the per-person price remains high.

A private catamaran day from Bobby’s Marina

Your day begins at 9 a.m. at Private Yacht Charter N.V. Bobby’s Marina on Juancho Yrausquin Boulevard in Philipsburg. The boat returns to this same marina at the end, so you have a clear start and finish without arranging a second pickup point.

This is a private activity. That detail matters more than it may first appear. You are not sharing the catamaran with strangers, and your group can settle into the boat without having to match another party’s mood or schedule. For a group of 15, the catamaran has been described as spotless, comfortable, and roomy enough to spread out.

The crew’s role goes beyond handling the boat. They serve the included drinks and snacks, share stories and facts during the day, and help you make use of the water equipment. I would still think of this as a relaxed boat day rather than a formal guided tour. The appeal is time outdoors, water access, and a flexible private setting.

The boat’s supply list is generous for a day trip. You receive bottled water, Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, ginger ale, club soda, several fruit juices, beer, rum, and vodka. Snacks include madeleines, oranges, mixed nuts, peanuts, and chips. Alcohol is only for people 18 and older.

Bring your own towel. Towels are the one obvious personal item specifically not included, and you will want one after snorkeling or swimming.

Tintamarre Island after the morning sail

Tintamarre is the more untamed of the two stops. The island is uninhabited, with white sand, green vegetation, and rust-colored cliffs. You get about two hours here, and admission is included.

The main reason to stop is snorkeling. Tintamarre is known for sea turtles, so this is the place to put on the supplied gear and look for marine life close to shore. You enter the water at your own risk, and conditions can change, so use sensible judgment rather than treating the equipment as a guarantee of calm water.

You can also walk on land. A short stroll brings you past traces of an old farm, a retired airplane connected with the former airbase, and a stranded boat decorated by graffiti artists. Those details give the stop more character than a simple beach break. I like that you can choose between water time and a small bit of island exploring.

Two hours is enough to snorkel and walk a little, but it is not an unlimited visit. If you want a long hike, extended beach time, and a slow lunch, the schedule may feel brisk. The island is uninhabited, so do not expect the same services you find at Pinel. Its value is the quiet setting and the chance to see a less developed side of the area.

The floating mat can also be used here, depending on sea conditions and the crew’s guidance. Fishing gear is included too, giving you another option if you prefer a slower activity. You do not need to plan every minute. A good approach is to swim or snorkel first, then walk the island before returning to the catamaran.

Pinel Island for calm water and an easy afternoon

Pinel Island provides a sharper change of pace. After Tintamarre’s open, undeveloped feel, Pinel offers a sheltered white-sand beach and calm turquoise water. You have about two hours, and there is no admission charge for the island.

This is the stronger stop for easy swimming and paddleboarding. The protected main beach tends to have gentle water, making it a practical place to try the included stand-up paddleboard or simply float near shore. The floating mat adds another low-effort option, especially if your group includes people who want to relax rather than snorkel.

You can also rent a beach chair and umbrella on the island, though those rentals are not listed as included. Two restaurants provide a place to buy food, but lunch is not part of the catamaran package. The included snacks help, yet you should keep the short stop and your appetite in mind if you expect a full meal.

An easy hike leads to a viewpoint. Pinel also has a gift shop and wildlife sightings around the restaurant areas, including sugar birds, iguanas, and land turtles that are fed by the restaurants. These features make the island more than a swimming stop, but you will not have time to do everything at a slow pace during a two-hour visit.

I would choose your priority before stepping ashore. If you want the viewpoint, take the walk early. If swimming is your main goal, head straight to the beach. If you want a chair, umbrella, or restaurant meal, those involve extra spending and may reduce your water time.

What the included gear means for your day

The equipment list gives this charter a useful all-day feel. You do not need to bring separate snorkeling equipment, and you can switch between swimming, paddleboarding, floating, and fishing without paying for each activity on the boat.

Here is what you can use:

• Snorkeling equipment
• Paddleboard, also called an SUP
• Floating mat or lilypad
• Fishing gear
• Bottled water and soft drinks
• Beer, rum, and vodka for people 18 and older
• Fruit juices
• Snacks

That range is valuable for mixed groups. One person can snorkel while another rests on the mat, and someone else can try the paddleboard. Families and groups with different energy levels will appreciate that they are not forced into one activity.

The package does not include towels, beach chair rentals, umbrellas, or restaurant meals. Bring a towel and budget for anything you want to buy on Pinel. The information provided does not specify exact drink quantities, lunch arrangements, boat size, or cabin facilities, so I would ask the operator about those points if they matter to your group.

The crew also handles the onboard service. That can make the day feel easy, but remember that swimming and entering the water are at your own risk. A private boat does not remove normal sea-safety concerns.

Is $1,000 per person a fair price?

The listed price is $1,000 per person, which puts this firmly in the luxury category. You are paying for a private boat, an eight-hour outing, crew service, equipment, drinks, snacks, and access to two island stops.

The value depends heavily on your group. If you are traveling alone or as a couple, the cost is difficult to justify unless privacy and a private yacht experience are your top priorities. If you are organizing a large group, the price may feel more reasonable because the boat and crew are reserved for your party. Still, the published rate is per person, so calculate the total carefully before booking.

I like that the package includes the basics that can quietly add up on a boat day. You do not need to rent snorkeling equipment or pay separately for a paddleboard. Drinks and snacks are included, though a Pinel restaurant meal and beach rentals cost extra.

The strongest value is not a single attraction. It is the combination of privacy, time, space, and choice. You can spend the day moving between snorkeling, swimming, fishing, paddleboarding, and relaxing without returning to a marina after a short trip. If your group will make full use of those eight hours, the price has a stronger case.

The current score is 4.8 from 18 reviews, and 94 percent recommend the experience. One especially favorable account describes a spotless, comfortable catamaran with plenty of room for a group of 15. That is useful context, but it is still a small sample, so I would treat the rating as encouraging rather than conclusive.

Who will enjoy this charter most

I would recommend the Mojito charter to a group that wants the boat to itself and sees the day as a special event. It fits a birthday, reunion, family outing, or celebration where comfort and privacy matter more than finding the lowest price.

It also suits active groups. You have snorkeling, swimming, paddleboarding, fishing, walking, and floating available across the two stops. The schedule gives you enough variety to keep an energetic group occupied.

It may be less suitable if you want a cheap sightseeing cruise, a long guided hike, or a full restaurant lunch included. Tintamarre has no developed services, and Pinel’s food, chairs, and umbrellas require separate spending. You should also be comfortable with a full day on the water and with taking responsibility for your own swimming safety.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The meeting point is near public transportation. The operator confirms the booking at the time of reservation, which is helpful for planning, and the experience is often booked well ahead, around 97 days in advance on average.

Weather, timing, and the cancellation rule

The itinerary depends on weather. If conditions force a cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. The route itself can also change because of weather, and a changed itinerary does not automatically bring a discount or cancellation option.

For a full refund on a normal cancellation, cancel at least 24 hours before the 9 a.m. start time. Changes made within 24 hours are not accepted, and the cutoff uses local time. I would avoid scheduling a tight connection or airport departure after the cruise, since the outing lasts about eight hours and returns to the marina at the end.

The route is listed as Tintamarre followed by Pinel, but weather may alter that order or replace a stop. You should book this for the boat day itself, not for one fixed promise about sea conditions.

Should you book the Mojito catamaran cruise?

Book it if you want a private, full-day boat experience with a large group, plenty of included gear, and two distinct island stops. Tintamarre supplies the quieter snorkeling and walking, while Pinel gives you calmer water, beach facilities, and a more social shore break.

Skip it if $1,000 per person is outside your comfort zone or if you mainly want a short swim and a basic island visit. The price is high, and meals, towels, chairs, umbrellas, and any Pinel purchases are not included.

For the right group, the biggest reward is control. You get eight hours, a private catamaran, a crew serving drinks and snacks, and enough equipment for everyone to choose a different way to enjoy the water. That is a strong luxury outing, provided your group will use the boat fully and accept the weather-dependent plan.

FAQ

Where does the catamaran cruise start?

It starts at Private Yacht Charter N.V. Bobby’s Marina, 22 Juancho Yrausquin Boulevard, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten.

What time does the cruise begin?

The scheduled start time is 9 a.m.

Where does the cruise end?

The activity ends back at the same meeting point at Bobby’s Marina.

How long does the experience last?

The cruise lasts approximately eight hours.

Is this a private activity?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private tour.

What islands does the cruise visit?

The planned stops are Tintamarre Island and Pinel Island.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included.

Are drinks and snacks included?

Yes. Bottled water, soft drinks, fruit juices, beer, rum, vodka, and listed snacks are included. Alcohol is for people 18 and older only.

Are towels included?

No. You need to bring your own towel.

What happens if bad weather cancels the cruise?

If poor weather causes a cancellation, you are offered a different date or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time.