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Compare boat options & island transfers
Compare the best boat options, transfers, and experiences in St Martin and Anguilla. These guides help you choose the right option based on your trip, group size, and preferences.
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Compare your options
Understand the key differences between each option before you decide.
→ What changes in comfort, boat size, and overall experience.
→ The real differences in comfort, flexibility, and experience.
→ How much time you really need to enjoy the day.
→ Stability vs speed — what suits your day best.
→ Compare time, comfort, and how you travel between islands.
Understand pricing
See what affects the price and what you can expect at each level.
→ What drives the price and where the value comes from.
→ What a private trip to St Barts really costs.
→ Full cost breakdown for a day trip to Anguilla.
→ Typical prices and what to expect for each option.
Find the right option for your trip
These quick guides help you choose based on your group, budget, and the kind of day you want.
→ The best private boat experiences for beach clubs, relaxed lunches, stylish stops, and social Caribbean days in St Maarten.
→ Why simpler and better-paced private boat charters often create more enjoyable Caribbean days in St Maarten.
→ How to choose between a more active or more relaxed private boat charter experience in St Maarten.
→ The best private boat experiences for mixed-age groups, families, and comfortable multi-generational boat days in St Maarten.
→ Why many travelers prefer the flexibility, atmosphere, and pacing of private boat charters over crowded group tours in St Maarten.
→ What genuinely changes the feeling of a private boat charter experience in St Martin / St Maarten.
→ The best private boat experiences for birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoons, celebrations, and memorable Caribbean days in St Maarten.
→ The best private boat experiences for calm water, relaxed pacing, beach stops, and easy Caribbean days in St Maarten.
→ The best private boat experiences for non-swimmers, cautious guests, and relaxed Caribbean days in St Maarten.
→ The best private boat charter experiences for snorkeling, swimming, and calm turquoise-water stops in St Maarten.
→ What actually changes between standard and premium private boat charter experiences in St Maarten.
→ The best private boat charter options for cruise ship guests visiting St Martin / St Maarten for the day.
→ The easiest, most enjoyable private boat experiences for first-time visitors to St Martin / St Maarten.
→ The most comfortable private boat charter options for older guests, relaxed groups, and slower-paced days in St Maarten.
→ Bigger is not always better. This guide explains what really matters when choosing the right size private boat charter in St Maarten.
→ Calm beach clubs and turquoise water or stylish island atmosphere? Compare the two most popular private boat day trips from St Maarten.
→ How to choose the right private boat day when your time in St Maarten is limited.
→ What you actually get compared to other options.
→ How to choose the right boat based on your trip.
→ When it’s worth it — and when it’s not.
→ The best options for couples and small groups.
Plan your departure
Choose the best starting point based on your location and route.
→ Choose the right starting point for your route and location.
→ Ideal for quick access to Tintamarre, Pinel and calm waters.
→ A practical option for French side villas and resorts.
→ Easy access for French side stays and Anguilla trips.
→ Convenient departure for Simpson Bay and lagoon access.
→ Central departure with quick access to both sides.
→ A French side departure for St Barts trips.
→ Longer crossing with full-day experience expectations.
→ A smooth departure option on the French side.
→ The quickest crossing with ideal sea conditions.
→ Route, timing, and what to expect from this departure.
→ The closest and fastest route to Anguilla.
Common questions
Clear answers to the most common concerns before you book.
→ The calmest routes, easiest crossings, and best private boat options for guests worried about seasickness.
→ Understanding deposits, communication, and what to check before booking.
→ When to book — and when last-minute still works.
→ What the process actually looks like.
→ How to avoid common mistakes when booking.
→ How conditions are handled and your options.
→ Safety standards and what to look for.
→ What families should know before booking.
Already on the island?
If you’re planning something for today or tomorrow, we can sometimes help with last-minute private boat charter options.
Why guests book with EXPLR.SX
Carefully selected experiences, clear communication, and local guidance — reflected in the feedback we receive from guests.
“EXPLR.SX suggested the perfect excursion for our family with two young children and matched us with an amazing crew who understood exactly what it’s like to travel with little ones. Every question was answered, everything was thoughtfully organised, and we went into the trip with complete confidence and peace of mind. We truly felt looked after from start to finish.”
Chelsey Burr
USA
• Private Boat Charter
March 2026
- Verified Guest
“EXPLR.SX is a must if you’re arranging any kind of excursion in Saint Maarten. Everything was professional, ethical and flexible. We had some bad weather, but another time was arranged for us without question. Both of our trips were well organised, affordable and amazing. We’d definitely recommend EXPLR.SX.”
Helene Corcoran
Canada
• Private Boat Charter
April 2026
- Verified Guest
“From booking, to planning, to the day of, everything was so easy and smooth! Captain Albin was phenomenal and took us to some of the best snorkeling spots in Anguilla. Even though the weather could’ve been better, we made the most of the day and had the best time.”
Kristen Kelly
USA
• Private Boat Charter
April 2026
- Verified Guest
“Our day was amazing! Captain Fly, Monika and Jan were incredible, and Monika’s food was beyond fabulous. We had the best meal we’d had on the island, the booking process was seamless, and it was the best day on the water!”
Stef Sheff
USA
• Private Boat Charter
April 2026
- Verified Guest
“We booked the Anguilla full day through EXPLR.SX and honestly it was the highlight of our two weeks in SXM. Everything was super smooth and completely stress-free, and we felt looked after from start to finish. The website was easy to use, any questions were answered straight away on WhatsApp, and we’d definitely recommend EXPLR.SX if you’re visiting the island.”
Marcus Delgado
USA
• Private Boat Charter
September 2025
- Verified Guest
“Very professional, reliable and ensured the day was so much fun. We’d definitely recommend EXPLR.SX to anyone interested in a day on the water in St Maarten!”
Sara Stansbury
USA
• Private Boat Charter
January 2026
- Verified Guest