5 Things To Do On Your Vacation to Saint Martin Island

Saint Martin is an island in the Lesser Antilles with a beautiful blended culture. It is an island where three languages, English, French, and Dutch are widely spoken. That’s not to get the name of the island confused. Sint Marteen is the Dutch side and Saint Martin is the French side. You will often see that both names are used, however they are two different things. .

As we’ve already hinted to you, what makes Saint Martin, an interesting destination to visit, is the fact that the island is split into two countries. The Southern region of the island is owned by the Dutch. The South is also the smaller part of the island as it takes up close to 40% of the island and is home to the capital, Philipsburg. The Northern region, on the other hand, is owned by the French. It takes up about 60% of the island. Even though the island is split into two, you are free to travel back and forth between both countries while exploring on your vacation!

As we all know, one of the most important parts of planning your vacation is figuring out what you want to do while you’re there! Before you begin your endless search of things to do, NexusTours is here to cover that part for you. That way, planning what you’re going to do is one last thing you have to do when planning your trip. We’ve picked out the top five things that you absolutely must do on your vacation to Saint Martin Island.

 

An exciting adventure in Saint. Martin

1. 1.- First things first, you have to check out the incredible ATV Adventures, on the island! Imagine exploring this beautiful island with the thrill of being on an ATV! This is an off-road tour that will allow you to explore parts of the island that can’t be done on foot. On this tour, you will get to see breathtaking highlights such as the tropical jungle and Orient Beach. Take the unbeaten path, ride through the beach shores, and explore Saint Martin on an ATV.

   
   
   
   



2. 2.- If you’re an adventurous kind of traveler, you can’t miss out on the Sentry Hill Zipline & Schooner Ride! This is an activity for those who love thrilling heights and scenic views. The Flying Dutchman is the world’s steepest zipline with a 1050 foot drop. This tour begins with a brief history of the area leading up to the zipline. Some highlights include the Emilio Wilson Museum, the 360 Sky Explorer, and the part we’ve all been waiting for, the Flying Dutchman.

   
   
   
   



3. 3.- Are you more of an aquatic kind of traveler? We have the perfect experience for you! The Scuba Diving Double Tank is an adventure you definitely want to include in your St Maarten itinerary. Dive and swim through the crystal blue waters and coral reefs and take underwater photos that will create lifetime memories. This tour begins with a brief information session with your instructor and you will also get to see a reef site. Not to mention the shipwreck part, where you will see turtles, southern stingrays, and jawfish!

   
   
   
   



4. 4.- Are you more of an aquatic kind of traveler? We have the perfect experience for you! The Rhino Safari is a tour that will give you that adrenaline rush! On this tour, you will get experience admirable views of the whitesand beaches while heading to visit the Croele Rock. The Croele Rock is famous for its formation of the Grand Case coast. At the end of the safari is where the exciting part begins! You will get to race back to the base with a partner on the dinghy base.

   
   
   
   

5. 5.- And finally if you’re looking to get a great history and informative experience of Saint Martin, make sure you include the Island Tour on your list! This is a 4-5 hour excursion that will take you to most captivating spots on the island. This tour will take you to experience the French and the Dutch side of the island. Your tour guide will provide you with the history of each part of the island and the cultural influence on both sides.

   
   
   
   

If you’re looking for a new Caribbean island to explore and check off your list, Saint Martin is the place for you. I mean, where else can you go in the Caribbean and get to experience two different European influences? Between the five things mentioned above, we have no doubt that you will have an incredible vacation in Saint Martin. And luckily for you, NexusTours has you covered with what to bring and how to make the most out of each experience! Head over to our “Things to Do” page to book your tour in Saint Martin today!