St. Maarten & Martin: 13 Stops Along a 60.5 km Route
A 60.5 km route through Sint Maarten, Sint Maarten, 11 stops, from Watch Planes Land at Maho Beach to Rainforest Adventure – World's Steepest Zipline, filmed by travmap.
- Distance
- 60.5 km
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Watch Planes Land at Maho Beach
- End
- Rainforest Adventure – World's Steepest Zipline
- Stops
- 11
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Watch Planes Land at Maho Beach — Unique beach where aircraft descend dramatically close to shore, creating thrilling photo opportunities and an unforgettable viewing experience.
- Explore Philipsburg — Capital of Sint Maarten featuring colorful colonial buildings, duty-free shopping streets, and waterfront dining overlooking Great Bay.
- Take a Day Trip to Pinel Island — Pristine uninhabited islet accessible by boat offering exceptional snorkeling, powdery white sand, and crystal-clear turquoise waters.
- Spend the Day at Orient Bay Beach — Longest and most popular beach on the French side with calm waters, beachfront restaurants, and water sports facilities.
- Snorkel at Creole Rock
- Shop and Sip in Marigot Market — French-side marketplace bustling with local vendors selling crafts, produce, and souvenirs alongside cafés and rum bars.
- Princess Juliana International Airport — Airport whose runway ends directly above Maho Beach.
- Great Bay Beach — Popular beach behind the shops in Philipsburg.
- Pic Paradis – Highest Point — Highest point on the island with panoramic views; clear days offer views of Anguilla and Saba.
- Loterie Farm Nature Reserve — Nature reserve with hiking and zip-lining activities.
- Rainforest Adventure – World's Steepest Zipline — Home to The Flying Dutchman, the world's steepest zipline descending over 1,000 ft elevation.
Useful for your trip
- Tip
- Maho Beach has a daily flight schedule posted so you know when planes will land. Check it to time your visit.
- Avoid
- Don't stand directly behind a plane during takeoff at Maho Beach—the jet blast is dangerous.
- Food
- Sunset Bar and Grill at Maho Beach offers food, drinks, and a front row seat to plane landings.
- Tip
- You can freely move between the French and Dutch sides of the island without restriction.
- Transport
- A ferry from Culdesac takes about 5 minutes to reach Pinel Island.
- Food
- Pinel Island has two small beach restaurants—Yellow Beach and Cariboni—that serve seafood and cocktails.
- Timing
- Visit Pic Paradis on clear days to see nearby islands like Anguila and Saba from the summit.
- Timing
- Visit Fort Louis early morning or around sunset when it's cooler and the light is best for photos.
- Food
- Grand Case is called the Gourmet capital of the Caribbean with fine dining and local lolos serving Creole dishes.
- Timing
- Time your Grand Case visit for sunset to enjoy beachfront restaurants like Ocean 82 or Lea with sea views.
- Tip
- Orient Bay Beach has a clothing optional section on the East End; stay in the middle area unless that's your preference.
- Food
- At Orient Bay Beach, beach clubs like Contiki and Cocoa Beach offer full service with food and drinks at your lounge chair.
Video on this route
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