Boat hire in Saint Martin

You can find St Martin boat rentals with or without a skipper on the Nautal website. Search for sailboats, catamarans, motorboats and yachts in St Martin and/or in the world. Flexible cancellation or date changes up to 15 days before check-in is allowed on selected boats. 

Experience some of the most beautiful beaches and crystalline waters in the world with a boat rental in Saint Martin. You can choose from a wide selection of boats, from luxury yachts to catamarans and sailboats, at a range of price points and budgets. As one of the most idyllic locations for sailing, the region holds some of the best swimming and diving waters in the world, with plenty of well-maintained ports and bustling coastal towns to visit.

Boat rentals in St Martin vary in cost depending on the type of boat, characteristics of the boat and additional services and equipment that may be included in the price. 

St Martin yacht charters with a 15 people capacity, skipper included in the price and 9 beds can be rented for £8,983 per day and £57,749 per week. This yacht has many water sports equipment available onboard such as buoys, paddle boats, snorkelling equipment and fishing equipment!

A sailboat rental in St Martin costs from £1,068 per day and £9,067 per week. This sailboat has a 14 people capacity with 3 cabins. There are other sailboat rentals available for a lower price however the minimum rental time is one week. 

The price of a St Martin catamaran charter can cost from £4,415 per week in low season and £12,191 per week in high season. It is worth noting that some catamaran rentals only allow weekly charters! 

It is possible for a St Martin boat charter to be with or without a skipper. A bareboat charter in St Martin is an optimal choice if you want the freedom and spontaneous experience that comes with sailing. You are in charge of where you go and when to put your anchor down!

It is also a great idea to do a Saint Martin boat charter with a skipper if you don’t want to worry about the technicalities of sailing. You can enjoy your luxurious vacation and head to different sailing destinations while sunbathing on your rental. 

Whether you are sailing for a week or longer, Saint Martin has plenty to captivate and enthral. Saint Martin is noted for its calm and clear waters, making it an ideal location for novices, families and romantic couples to explore by boat. 

Starting in Marigot, you can explore the town’s charming boulevards and restaurants before sailing for Grand Case and Pinel Island, a world-class sandy beach. From there, it's an easy sail around the island, past Phillipsburg and Simpson Bay back to Marigot. More seasoned sailors can then sail on to Anguilla or Saint Barths.

Saint-Martin is an island in the Northeast of the West Indies. It is divided in two by a 10 km border, separating the French part from the Dutch part. The nearest islands are Anguilla and St. Bartholomew. The coasts of Saint-Martin are steep, sometimes bordered by white sandy beaches or pebbles. You may also come across steep cliffs up to 40 meters high.

On the tourist side, Saint-Martin is fast becoming one of the main destinations of the Caribbean. Hiking, horse riding, cycling, diving and quad biking are some of the other popular activities to do here. There is always something for everyone. 

It is also famous for its famous duty-free stores where you will find perfume, leather goods or tobacco at a lower cost! The nightlife in Saint-Martin is another crowd pleaser with; casinos, discos, concerts. The island is a mecca of entertainment for all ages.

Saint-Martin has acquired a great reputation in the field of navigation and cruise. Despite the presence of shallows and corals, sailing around the island is accessible to everyone and is very pleasant. The tide is very weak and the sea is calm, sheltered by islets. 

If you have to take a break, you should know that there are many marinas are available, the Marina Royale in the heart of Marigot, Marina Fort Louis which is booming or the Marina Captain Olivers which offers an anchorage in the heart of a body of all-natural water.

Saint Martin remains one of the most popular sailing areas due to its calm turquoise waters and lush, sandy beaches. The beautiful islands around Saint Martin provide secluded gems to anchor with some of the most spectacular coral reef diving in the world. 

With a boat rental in the Caribbean, you can choose to take your time as you sail around the island and indulge in the region’s rich blend of European and Caribbean culture and cuisine, exploring both sides of the island which are split by French and Dutch influence.

The island is experiencing an oceanic climate with a dry season (December to May) and a wet season (June to November) with heavy rainfall during the depression, which can cause hurricanes. Temperatures can vary from 17ºC to 35ºC for an annual average of 27ºC. The sea surface temperature is fairly constant between 25ºC and 28ºC, perfect for swimming in almost transparent waters.

There are many popular ports to enjoy sailing in St Martin:

To get to your St Martin sailing charter, you can fly to the Princess Juliana airport. There are daily flights to this airport from Paris, Amsterdam, the United States and Canada. From the airport, you can then take a taxi to the port your boat charter in St Martin is in.