Board an air-conditioned vehicle for a 15-minute ride to Rockland Estate where this new thrill awaits you. As an adventure-seeker you will simply love this thrilling ride that will take you on the Soualiga Sky Explorer with the landscape unfolding below to the top of St. Maarten’s highest mountain. Then you’ll go flying back down on the world’s steepest zip lines.  After check-in and signing a waiver, the guests will first visit the Emilio Wilson Museum, which is located in the restored plantation house originally built in the 1700s. You will be on your own to browse the museum which tells the powerful story of Trace Wilson, who was born into slavery on the property in 1818 and her direct descendant Emilio Wilson. You will see depictions of what life was like on a Caribbean plantation and learn about the customs, traditions, lifestyle and stories that earned Sint Maarten the nickname ‘The Friendly Island.' Then take the Soualiga Sky Explorer up to Sentry Hill, which at 1,125 ft is the highest elevation on the Dutch side of the island (Sint Maarten). From here you will have a 360-degree spectacular view over the island, as well as over neighboring islands, Saba, St. Bart’s, St. Eustatius and Anguilla. This chair lift spans 2,997 ft, so enjoy your leisurely ride over the vegetation below. Once on the top of Sentry Hill, you will find platforms that give you the perfect vantage point for taking your photos and for enjoying the simply amazing view. Then you will descend on the Flying Dutchman, the fastest zip line in the world and quite a thrill. Harnessed into a chair, you will go on a ride that will afford a flight line drop of 1,050 ft in elevation, over 2,800 ft.  You will then have some free time to visit the gift shop to purchase a photo or a refreshment, until it is time to meet up with the group at the pre-determined time and location and return to the Port.

Please note: Bring sunscreen and insect repellent and wearing closed-toe and secured shoes is required. Currency accepted is US dollars or credit cards. All children must be accompanied by an adult and able to sit on their own. For the Flying Dutchman weight range is 100 - 275 pounds. Height range is 52 – 80 inches.

Experience the thrill of racing multi-million dollar America’s Cup Race sailboats in the warm blue waters and brisk trade winds of St. Maarten. Previous sailing experience is not necessary for this excursion, which is one of the highest rated in the Caribbean. You will be tendered out from the 12 Metre Clubhouse dock at Dock Maarten, where after a briefing you will take a 10-minute tender ride out to your allocated sailboat. Either Dennis Conner’s America’s Cup winning Stars & Stripes, Canada II, or True North IV are yours for this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. The expert crew will show you exactly what to do if you want to take a “crew member’s” position. Then it’s off to the racecourse – grind a winch – trim a sail – punch a stopwatch, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the included refreshments.  After the race enjoy a victory rum punch party at the 12 Metre Clubhouse before your transfer to the airport.

 

Please note:  Wear soft-soled suitable footwear for the sailboat. This event is weather/wind dependent.  Your flight must depart at 2:30pm or later to book this tour.

The best way to see the "friendly" island of St. Maarten/St. Martin, the smallest island shared between two nations, is to take the Under Two Flags Island Tour. You will depart Philipsburg Port and will be driven to beautiful Oyster Pond, to cross the border to the French side, and follow along Coralita Road to the first stop of your tour. There, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a picturesque lookout point over the impressive Atlantic coast and the islands of Tintamarre and St Bart’s. After a short stop, drive through Quartier d'Orléans, better known as French Quarter, past well known Orient Beach and Grand Case, culinary capital of the Caribbean, before arriving in Marigot, capital of the French side. Here you will have time to visit the outdoor seaside market, where among Caribbean souvenirs, local art work and hand-made jewelry, products from Provence, France, can also be found. The West Indies Mall with its French boutiques is just around the corner. Leaving Marigot behind, stop at Cay Hill Lookout Point for another photo op overlooking Simpson Bay Lagoon, one of the largest lagoons in the West Indies, and the blue waters of the Caribbean. Then, for the last stop, you will be dropped off in Philipsburg for some more shopping on Front Street or a nice stroll along the Boardwalk before returning to the Port.

Please note: This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen and bring some cash.

You will be met at your ship by professional guides and taken by air-conditioned taxi to the Antigua rainforest some 30 minutes away. After a safety briefing and equipment distribution your exciting tour will begin. Starting at the Old Pump House, you will walk over a suspension bridge from the side of the building, which spans the gorge to the far bank. Once across the bridge, your remaining thrilling journey through the forest will begin, as you trail to the first aerial zip, and continue onto the others which criss-cross the vast gorge.  There are zip lines of 52 feet to 328 feet in length. The geography of the gorge dictates that you will be above the treetops for large parts of the run – entering a corridor in the foliage at either end.  There are a series of 12 zip lines, 9 typical challenge elements and 2 suspension bridges giving a bird’s eye view of the flora and fauna in the rainforest while listening to the numerous bird species. You will also see a series of large trees (including the silk cotton, one of Antigua’s National Symbols), prominent boulders, a rock pool, small waterfall and a shaded area with interesting plants, wild fruits, vines, mosses and lichens.

Please note: This tour includes some slight physical exertion and is not recommended for pregnant women, persons with a history of heart conditions, seizures, back, knee or shoulder problems or other pre-existing health problems. Maximum weight is 235 lbs; minimum height is 5 feet. Participants should not wear strapless shoes or strapless sandals and ladies should wear shorts or long pants. A change of shirt is recommended. Guests are also offered complementary water on the course. 

 

 

 

You will board a 60-foot catamaran and hear a briefing on your tour, some history of the area, what to look for as you travel, what species live in these waters and their behavior patterns. There are no guarantees what animals you may or may not see but you will be in natural habitat for whales and dolphins.  You will cruise for 3.5 hours along the west coast of Dominica, 2-8 miles off shore as you search for wildlife. Periodically the boat will stop and hydrophones will be put into the water. This is done to listen for the rhythmic clicking of Sperm Whales, the pinging of Pilot Whales, the whistling of Dolphins, or the singing of Humpbacks. During this period you will hear educational commentary as well. Most commonly seen animals are: Sperm, Pilot, False Killer Whales, Spotted, Spinner, and Bottle Nose Dolphins. The minimum distance for approaching these animals is 160 feet. There is no in-water activity. This is a calving area and the welfare of these animals is of primary concern.  Refreshments and local snacks will be served on the way back to port.

Please note:  This tour is not suitable for those with mobility issues. Whale and/or dolphin sightings are not guaranteed.

The Indian River is like a mini Amazon teeming with life – situated in the center of the town of Portsmouth to the North of Dominica. The river was name Indian River after the settlements of the Kalinago formally known as Carib Indians who existed on the upper banks of the River. The Indian River showcases flora and fauna that are very unique to this area of Dominica, some of this variants including heron, kingfishers, iguanas, and a variety of birds. Experienced boatmen in hand-oared wooden rowboats will take you up the slow-moving river at a leisurely pace, so that you can appreciate the many types of wildlife and plant life along the swampy river bank. You will see for yourself where scenes from Pirates of the Caribbean were filmed. Up the river you can take a short 10-minute walk in the Botanical Gardens that exist there and you will visit the renowned ‘Bush Bar’ and try the signature home-made  rum punch  called “The Dynamite.”   

Please note:  Wear comfortable walking shoes. Life jackets will be provided.

This 3-hour fun adventure will lead you through Dominica’s unspoiled nature with opportunities for viewing stunning landforms – forests, rivers, hot water pools, and bubbling sulfur mud ponds.  Your experience will start with a coach ride from the pier to the Roseau Valley and through the lush, verdant greenery of this nature island, to see the world renowned Trafalgar Waterfalls – nature at its best. You will see the picturesque landscapes, exotic flora and fauna, and the greenest rainforest in the Caribbean region. Then you will depart for a nature spa experience, a short drive away and you will have the opportunity to explore a nature sanctuary filled with fruit trees, tweeting birds, tropical blooms, flowing streams, a waterfall, and natural sulfur deposits – (hot) therapeutic sulfur water tubs, cool water streams for rejuvenating, and opportunities for learning about the natural product sold here – you will lose yourself in this paradise on earth. Then you will then be served your choice of fruit punch or rum punch before heading back to the ship.

Please note:  Bring water shoes, swimsuit, towel, and sun screen. 

You will be met at your ship by professional guides and taken by air-conditioned taxi to the Antigua rainforest some 30 minutes away. After a safety briefing and equipment distribution your exciting tour will begin. Starting at the Old Pump House, you will walk over a suspension bridge from the side of the building, which spans the gorge to the far bank. Once across the bridge, your remaining thrilling journey through the forest will begin, as you trail to the first aerial zip, and continue onto the others which criss-cross the vast gorge.  There are zip lines of 52 feet to 328 feet in length. The geography of the gorge dictates that you will be above the treetops for large parts of the run – entering a corridor in the foliage at either end.  There are a series of 12 zip lines, 9 typical challenge elements and 2 suspension bridges giving a bird’s eye view of the flora and fauna in the rainforest while listening to the numerous bird species. You will also see a series of large trees (including the silk cotton, one of Antigua’s National Symbols), prominent boulders, a rock pool, small waterfall and a shaded area with interesting plants, wild fruits, vines, mosses and lichens.

Please note: This tour includes some slight physical exertion and is not recommended for pregnant women, persons with a history of heart conditions, seizures, back, knee or shoulder problems or other pre-existing health problems. Maximum weight is 235 lbs; minimum height is 5 feet. Participants should not wear strapless shoes or strapless sandals and ladies should wear shorts or long pants. A change of shirt is recommended. Guests are also offered complementary water on the course.