Caribbean Sculpture Snorkeling Adventure

3 Tours Daily • 2 Hour Excursions10 mins walk from cruise ship port

Why Choose Under SXM

What's Included in your Snorkeling Adventure?

Join us for an unforgettable adventure that combines art, history and marine conservation in the crystal-clear waters of Little Bay.

The beauty of St Maarten.: Scenic boat ride from Bobby's Marina, Philipsburg, to the Underwater Sculpture Park (just a 5-10 minute walk from the cruise port). As you cruise along the coast, your guides will share stories about Sint Maarten's history, the design of the park and the marine life you might spot during your snorkel.
45-minutes guided snorkel tour.: Safety briefing, snorkel equipment, flotation devices and in-water assistance from the crew. Once below the surface, your guide will lead you through the park, explaining the sculptures' creative meanings and the thriving marine life.
Authentic experience.: Snorkel above life-cast sculptures created from real individuals that celebrate the island's vibrant history. Get the insight into the park's design, creation and marine ecology delivered by the team that created it and proud winner of the Caribbean's New Attraction of the Year 2025.

How to Visit

Snorkeler exploring the award-winning Under SXM underwater sculpture park

Useful Information

Good to Know Before You Go

Before you embark on your Under SXM snorkeling adventure, here's some useful information to help you prepare.

Departure point.: Bobby's Marina, Philipsburg - just a 5-10 minute walk from the cruise ship port and Great Bay Boardwalk.
Duration.: Approximately 2 hours in total, including the boat ride to and from our adventure snorkel park.
Tour schedule.: 3 tours on weekdays (9am, 11.30am, 2.30pm) and 2 tours on weekends (9am, 11.30am).
Payments.: We carry a PDQ card machine on the boat for walk-in payments and photo package upgrades.
What to bring.: Just your swimsuit, towel, sunscreen and a smile. We provide all the equipment you need.
Who can join.: Suitable for beginners and confident swimmers alike. There are flotation devices onboard.
Underwater photography service.: Digital images delivered to your email within 48 hours. Purchase on the boat (just tell your guide) or as an add-on before your tour.

How to Visit

Couple snorkeling amongst the marine life at the Under SXM underwater sculpture park

Turtle swimming of sculpture of man from St Maarten

Snorkel our 300 reef sculptures

St Maarten's Story Told in Unique Reef Sculptures

Learn the story of St Maarten by snorkeling our underwater exhibition whilst you admire the sculptures 5 meters below. Guided along a designated trail, 300 artificial reef sculptures provide a unique and unforgettable immersive snorkeling adventure

The Story

Fish swimming in Under SXM's reef sculptures

Environmentally Friendly Materials

Protected Marine Habitat and Ocean Ecosystem

Crafted from environmentally friendly materials, our sculptures seamlessly blend with and enhance the marine ecosystem providing sanctuaries for juvenile fish and encouraging the settlement of corals.

The Benefits

Woman snorkeling over the Under SXM reef sculptures

Get up close to the marine life

Thriving Reef Ecosystem, ready for Snorkeling Explorers

The Under SXM underwater adventure in St Maarten is a rare opportunity to experience art, nature, history and culture converging in perfect harmony. Rarely will you encounter such a diverse array of fish, octopuses, star fish, shellfish, sea turtles, stingrays, corals and sponges thriving in the carefully crafted ecosystem.

Marine Life Visit Us

Under SXM artificial reef scultures supporting marine life

The Art, History, Culture and Marine Life Co-Existing in Perfect Harmony

An experience like no other. Explore over 300 reef sculptures telling the story of St Maarten and get to know the marine life thriving in the protected eco-system.

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Ways to Explore the Park

You've got your heart set on snorkeling in St Maarten, but you're not sure how to do it. Don't worry. We've got you covered with the different ways to enjoy our park.