Yacht Charter in St Martin

St. Martin is a small island, but it's packed with plenty of things to do and places to see. The island is known for its award-winning restaurants, mega-resorts, international shopping, cafes, and bistros, and a cosmopolitan atmosphere. But only a stone's throw away from the busy streets are beautiful natural scenery and crystalline blue waters that are just waiting to be enjoyed. Thus, a yacht charter in St. Martin is truly one of the best ways to enjoy the island. And with an abundance of itineraries, chartering a yacht is not just an option in St. Martin, but it is a necessary must!

You can choose from simple monohulls to take you from one beach to another, or a sailing catamaran cruising along the coast, or a superyacht that acts like its very own cruising resort. Whatever fits your fancy, you can find a luxury boat in St. Martin. For prices, an average 45-foot monohull for a group of 6 adults can cost around $2,500 per day, while a catamaran of the same size can cost around $4,200 per day. A superyacht, complete with a VIP crew, all-inclusive food, and activities, can cost around $450,000 for a week's rental.

There are two seasons in St. Martin; one is the dry season and the other is the wet season. The wet season is from June to November, as it also falls under the hurricane season, while the dry season is from December to May, making it the ideal yachting season in St. Martin.

With an abundance of beaches and bays, one full day of chartering around St. Martin is simply not enough, but if you only have time for 6 to 8 hours of cruising, then a full day yacht charter is perfect for getting a little taste of everything on the island. A typical yacht charter for a day takes you to nearby beaches and bays, with swimming, snorkeling, diving, or paddleboarding some of the activities you can experience. If you're traveling as a family, Friar's Bay is for you. It has gentle waters and swimmable waves, perfect for kids to swim in the shore.

If you fancy an adults-only beach, head over to Orient Bay where clothing is optional on the white sand beach of this vibrant area. Alternatively, if you fancy visiting one location with multiple sites, visit Cupecoy Beach with 3 beaches surrounded by limestone cliffs. It is also the last beach before crossing the border to the Dutch region of the island. To end your day on a full-day yacht charter, sip some rum on the deck as you view the beautiful sunset on the horizon.

An overnight yacht charter is truly a romantic and exciting adventure in St. Martin. From Marigot, the capital, head to Anse Marcel, which is a tropical dream beach known for its upscale class bars and restaurants, perfect for couples and families. From there, head to Pinel Island, a charming, tiny island on the north edge of St. Martin, located on the Marine Park and offers calm, turquoise waters. Anchor here for the night and enjoy watching the stars from the deck.

Come morning, you can head to Le Galion Beach or also known as Coconut Grove, which is found southeast of Orient Bay. It has a laid back atmosphere and surrounded by a coral reef, making it perfect for diving and snorkeling. It is also a favorite spot among surfers, windsurfers, and kitesurfers. Head back to Marigot and watch the sunset before docking in the marina.

Do you have more time on your hands? And do you want to experience the true beauty of St. Martin and its surrounding islands? Then hop onboard your yacht charter for a full week liveaboard adventure. Here is a sample itinerary for your St. Martin one week liveaboard adventure:

Day 1: Grand Case

This small village to the north of Marigot is the gourmet capital of the Caribbean. It would be a shame if you visited St. Martin and did not set foot in this village. Indulge in a French or decadent Creole-inspired meal and stroll around the village, shopping for bread, pastries, and rum. In the afternoon, you can head to Creole Rock for an hour or two of snorkeling, then head back to your yacht to enjoy your first night in the water.

Day 2: Orient Bay

A two-hour cruise will bring you to Orient Bay, a famous beach for its clothing-optional dress code. If you're traveling with kids, you might want to skip this bay and head to Tintamarre instead, where you can have lunch on a white-sand beach and snorkel in shallow waters.

Day 3: Gustavia

Visit the island of St. Barths, which is dubbed as the Caribbean's version of St. Tropez. Shop in the designer boutiques, enjoy a cup of coffee in any of the cafes and enjoy French pastries and snacks in any of the bistros. In the afternoon, head to Colombier beach where a secluded bay is yours for the night.

Day 4: Philipsburg

Cruise for 2 hours and head your way to the capital of St. Martin's Dutch region. This bustling town has a cosmopolitan appeal with its duty-free shopping, chic boutiques, and vibrant nightlife. A must-visit is Front Street, which is a mile-long street filled with designer shops and boutiques.

Day 5: Road Bay, Anguilla

Cruise for one hour, and you'll arrive at one of the most popular anchorages in the Leeward Islands. Road Bay is a laid back and vibrant place, filled with bars and resorts on the waterfront, and home to 7 shipwrecks, making the bay the wreck diving capital of the Caribbean.

Day 6: Crocus Bay, Anguilla

Swim, snorkel, and dive the caves and reefs in this bay, then after lunch, make your way to Prickly Pear Cay, with its white sand beach and colorful reefs teeming with marine life. After lunch, on Day 7, cruise for a couple of hours before you arrive and disembark in Marigot.

As romantic as a wedding can be, a wedding yacht charter in St. Martin perfectly blends the chic ambiance of the French and Dutch villages, with the laidback natural scenery and culture. A yacht charter for a wedding lets you choose between a wedding on a beach, on a private island, or on the yacht itself. Whatever you choose, one thing's for sure, a St. Martin yacht charter wedding will truly make for some spectacular memories.

As an island for the upscale holidaymakers, a luxury yacht holiday in St. Martin is what dreams are made of. Imagine dining in a French restaurant overlooking the blue waters, with weather that's virtually sunny all-year-round, and a superyacht just waiting for you to enjoy. A luxury yacht holiday in St. Martin is indeed worth it. St. Martin offers two cultures on one island, but what captures holidaymakers in this Caribbean island is the beauty of the natural scenery. From hopping from one beach to another, to one island to the next, a yacht charter will genuinely make your St. Martin holiday the vacation of a lifetime.