DESTINATION
Anguilla Day Trip from Sint Maarten by Private Boat
A 30-minute crossing and you are on one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean. Private boat, licensed captain, customs handled.
ABOUT ANGUILLA
The Caribbean's Best-Kept Secret
Anguilla is a British Overseas Territory just 8 miles north of Sint Maarten, and one of the most undervisited islands in the Caribbean. The crossing from Simpson Bay Marina takes approximately 30 minutes by private boat — or around 20 minutes from Marigot on the French side. All visitors require a valid passport and pay an Anguilla departure tax of $22 USD per person. Our captain handles the customs paperwork at Sandy Ground, so your group steps onto the dock while we manage the formalities. Turnaround at customs is typically 15 to 20 minutes before you are free to explore the island.
Shoal Bay East has appeared on nearly every "best beach in the Caribbean" list for 20 years. Two miles of white sand, calm turquoise water, and a healthy reef directly off the beach — with good turtle sightings most mornings before 10 am. Meads Bay and Rendezvous Bay offer excellent beach club options for lunch. Little Bay, accessible only by boat, has some of the clearest underwater visibility we see anywhere in the region.
Our captains know the tide windows, the best customs queue times, and which beach clubs will actually have your table ready.
Trip at a Glance
SAMPLE ITINERARY
A Typical Anguilla Day
8:00 am
Depart Simpson Bay Marina
Meet the captain dockside. Safety briefing, gear check, and departure for the crossing.
8:30 am
Arrive Sandy Ground, Anguilla
Captain handles customs clearance while you step onto the dock. Turnaround is usually 15 to 20 minutes.
9:00 am
Shoal Bay East
Anchor off Shoal Bay — consistently rated one of the best beaches in the Caribbean. Two miles of white sand, calm turquoise water, and excellent snorkeling on the reef.
12:00 pm
Beach Club Lunch (optional)
Lunch at Rendezvous Bay or Meads Bay beach club. Several excellent options within a short boat ride. Costs are separate unless included in your package.
2:00 pm
Explore Little Bay or Scrub Island
Our captains know the best snorkeling spots around Little Bay and the uninhabited Scrub Island. Good visibility most of the year.
4:00 pm
Return Crossing to SXM
Afternoon crossing back to Simpson Bay. Arrival around 4:30 pm. Cooler drinks available on board.
Anguilla Trip Questions
How long is the crossing?
Approximately 30 minutes from Simpson Bay in normal conditions. From Marigot on the French side it is closer to 20 minutes. The crossing is generally calm, though morning departures see smoother seas.
Do I need a passport?
Yes — a valid passport is required to enter Anguilla. All visitors also pay an Anguilla departure tax of $22 USD per person. Our captain handles the customs forms for the group.
What is the best beach in Anguilla for a day trip?
Shoal Bay East is the most popular — two miles of white sand with a reef for snorkeling right off the beach. Rendezvous Bay is excellent for beach club lunches. Arriving early is recommended to anchor before the daily ferries.
What is included in the Anguilla day trip?
The charter includes a licensed captain, fuel, snorkel gear, and a cooler with soft drinks and water. Lunch, departure taxes, and any beach club fees are separate unless you book the all-inclusive package. Most Anguilla day trips depart on our <a href="/catamaran-charter-sint-maarten" class="text-sky underline">Sunreef 60 catamaran</a> — the most comfortable option for the crossing.
Can we snorkel in Anguilla?
Yes. Shoal Bay has a healthy reef directly off the beach. Little Bay is a hidden cove accessible only by boat with excellent underwater visibility. We provide full snorkel sets for the group.
Book Your Anguilla Day Trip
Send us your dates and group size. We handle the rest — including customs.
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