Great Bay Beach Tours and Activities

A beach with clear turquoise water, rows of blue lounge chairs, and a mountain in the background.
A beach with palm trees, a mountain, and buildings in the background.
A beach with white plastic chairs and blue umbrellas, a heart-shaped decoration made of flowers and leaves, and a marina with boats in the background.
A beach with white umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a clear blue sky.
A beachside lounge with white chairs and blue umbrellas, palm trees, and a clear view of the ocean.

Things to do

Sand Dollar Snorkeling Adventure

Half Day Snorkeling Adventure

CA $91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Snorkeling Adventure
Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line

Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line

CA $190
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line
Tango Sunset Dinner Cruise

Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar

CA $120
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Tango Sunset Cruise with Caribbean Dinner & Open Bar
High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths

High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths

CA $114
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
High-Speed Ferry to St. Barths
Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch

Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch

CA $190
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Mambo Catamaran Cruise to Rendezvous Bay Anguilla with Lunch
Sky Explorer & 360 Views

Sky Explorer & 360 Views

CA $83
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Sky Explorer & 360 Views
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Plan a trip to see Great Bay Beach

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Princess Heights Luxury Boutique Condo Hotel

Princess Heights Luxury Boutique Condo Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Oyster Pond
Price was CA $2,486, price is now CA $1,414 per person
CA $1,414
per person
Oct 31 - Nov 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Montreal (YMQ) to Philipsburg (SXM)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
The property was beautiful, clean and the staff was impeccable! They put a bottle of wine in my room on my birthday. The front desk was amazing and also the housekeepers.

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa

Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & Spa

4 out of 5
Pelican Key
Price was CA $4,246, price is now CA $1,577 per person
CA $1,577
per person
Oct 31 - Nov 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Montreal (YMQ) to Philipsburg (SXM)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,922 reviews)

The Villas at Simpson Bay Resort

The Villas at Simpson Bay Resort

4 out of 5
Pelican Key
Price was CA $4,421, price is now CA $1,686 per person
CA $1,686
per person
Oct 31 - Nov 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Montreal (YMQ) to Philipsburg (SXM)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,484 reviews)
Beautiful property. Staff very pleasant. Check in was great.

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026

Tours & day trips

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Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman

Sky Explorer and Flying Dutchman

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
8.0 out of 10 with 34 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $151 per adult
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Water activities

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Divi Little Bay Beach Day Package

Divi Little Bay Beach Day Package

Activity duration is 8 hours
7.6 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $56 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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The Best of St Maarten Private Sightseeing Tour

The Best of St Maarten Private Sightseeing Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 228 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $624 per traveller*
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History & culture

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Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line

Sky Explorer + Flying Dutchman + Schooner + Sentry Hill Line

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 32 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $221 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

See all 7 activities
Divi Little Bay Beach Day Package

Divi Little Bay Beach Day Package

Activity duration is 8 hours
7.6 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $56 per adult
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Stay near popular Great Bay Beach attractions

Great Bay Beach

9.0/10 (587 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Great Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Philipsburg. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
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Best Lodging Options Near Great Bay Beach

Divi Little Bay Beach Resort

Divi Little Bay Beach Resort

4 out of 5
Little Bay Road Philipsburg
Divi Little Bay Beach Resort
Oceans at Divi Little Bay

Oceans at Divi Little Bay

4 out of 5
Little Bay Road Philipsburg St. Maarten
Oceans at Divi Little Bay
Seaview Beach Hotel

Seaview Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
#85C Front Street Philipsburg
Seaview Beach Hotel
Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay

Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay

Philipsburg
Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay
MIDTOWN MOTEL SXM

MIDTOWN MOTEL SXM

2.5 out of 5
Kruythoffsteeg#10 Philipsburg
MIDTOWN MOTEL SXM
Beachfront Villa LAVINIA #9 on Great Bay

Beachfront Villa LAVINIA #9 on Great Bay

Philipsburg Sint Maarten
Beachfront Villa LAVINIA #9 on Great Bay
Ocean Views from Every Room, Steps from Philipsburg. Paradise can be yours!

Ocean Views from Every Room, Steps from Philipsburg. Paradise can be yours!

Philipsburg Sint Maarten
Ocean Views from Every Room, Steps from Philipsburg. Paradise can be yours!
Holland House Beach Hotel

Holland House Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
Front Street 45 Philipsburg
Holland House Beach Hotel
Oceanfront Condo with breathtaking views and private beach access.

Oceanfront Condo with breathtaking views and private beach access.

Philipsburg Sint Maarten
Oceanfront Condo with breathtaking views and private beach access.
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