St Maarten History Tour

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Visit historical landmarks and discover beautiful viewpoints on this guided and very informative 4-hour History Tour of St. Maarten and St Martin. See the entire island and learn about the unique and fascinating history of this 37 square mile island divided between the Dutch and French. With a maximum of six guests per group, enjoy personalized attention from the guide. Learn about St. Martin's culture, as well as their geological and natural history. Along the way, a stop with iced coffee or tea and homemade banana bread is included. Great for cruise ship guests as well, starting point of the tour is a parking lot next to the cruise ship port. Free pick up from hotels located in Oyster Pond and Philipsburg. Route: - Viewpoint overlooking Great Salt Pond and Philipsburg (Dutch side) - Visit former plantation Emilio Wilson Park (Dutch side) - Visit Amuseum Naturalis at The Old House (French side) - Visit Fort Louis (French side)

What’s included?

  • Bottled water

  • Iced tea, coffee, and cake

  • Local guide

  • Port pickup and drop-off

  • Pickup from Philipsburg and Oyster Pond

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 4h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

COVID-19 Update Your Comfort and Safety is important to us. Available during the tour: Face masks, Hand sanitizer, and Wipes. Maximum of 4 guests per mixed tour in 9-seater Van, or pick a Private Tour. Extra pre-tour airing of vehicle and sanitizing wipe down of all frequently touched surfaces.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Seagrape Tours

About operator:

Seagrape Tours offers awarded cultural, historical and eco tours with a maximum of 6 guests per tour. All tours are 4 hours and great for cruise ship visitors as well as hotel guests. Free pick up from cruise port and hotels in Philipsburg and Oyster Pond. The tours: Peak, Pond and Snorkel Tour: great nature tour for the whole family with a short hike to Pic Paradis, the highest hilltop on St Martin, wildlife watching at a lake and snorkeling off the beach in the best bay of the day. This is a great tour for children too. History Tour: visit 2 forts, a former plantation, beautiful viewpoints and learn all about St Martin's unique history. Birding Tour: 3.5 hours of watching the birds of St Martin/ St Maarten with a professional and knowledgeable guide. Several stops from wetlands to bushy areas. Art Tour: visiting 4 local artists at their gallery, studio or home during an informative tour around the island.

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