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Prickly Pear Islands Tour: Snorkel and Relax in Paradise
4.5
331 Ratings
Simpson Bay
Embark on a thrilling catamaran trip from St Maarten to Prickly Pear Islands. Snorkel in turquoise waters, indulge in a delicious buffet lunch, and relax on the paradise shores.
Embark on a thrilling catamaran trip from St Maarten to Prickly Pear Islands. Snorkel in turquoise waters, indulge in a delicious buffet lunch, and relax on the paradise shores.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Simpson Bay Resort and Marina - Prickly Pear is an uninhabited cay situated 6 miles from Anguilla’s mainland. Delight in a 16-mile all-inclusive motor-sail to Prickly Pear aboard our 65-foot sail catamaran, perfect for snorkeling, swimming, and enjoying lunch. On the return journey, take a refreshing swim at Mead’s Bay before heading back. The…
- Simpson Bay Resort and Marina - Prickly Pear is an uninhabited cay situated 6 miles from Anguilla’s mainland. Delight in a 16-mile all-inclusive motor-sail to Prickly Pear aboard our 65-foot sail catamaran, perfect for snorkeling, swimming, and enjoying lunch. On the return journey, take a refreshing swim at Mead’s Bay before heading back. The pristine white sandy beaches and turquoise blue waters at Prickly Pear and Mead’s Bay are sure to leave you in awe during this day sail.
Prickly Pear is located 16 miles from St Maarten and approximately 6 miles from Anguilla’s mainland. The motor sail to Prickly Pear takes around an hour and 45 minutes. These outer cays, as the locals call them, are part of Anguilla. Prickly Pear features turquoise waters and soft white sand, similar to the beaches on Anguilla’s mainland.
Check-in is at 8 am at the Simpson Bay Resort marina with valid passports. Check-ins close at 8:35 am to allow time for immigration clearance.
What's Included
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Open bar
- Light snacks on the catamaran ride to & from Prickly Pear
- Lunch
- Port fees
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Open bar
- Light snacks on the catamaran ride to & from Prickly Pear
- Lunch
- Port fees
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Mainland of Anguilla - this catamaran trip goes to Prickly Pear & Mead’s Bay
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Mainland of Anguilla - this catamaran trip goes to Prickly Pear & Mead’s Bay
Meal Options
- Caribbean Buffet - Buffet lunch served on board the catamaran. Chicken, ribs, tasty sides of cole slaw, orzo salad and the all time favorite, Johnny Cakes.
- Caribbean Buffet - Buffet lunch served on board the catamaran. Chicken, ribs, tasty sides of cole slaw, orzo salad and the all time favorite, Johnny Cakes.
Additional Information
Discover the paradise shores of Prickly Pear Islands on this full-day trip from St Maarten. Sail aboard Lambada catamaran and stop at Prickly Pear Island, one of Anguilla’s offshore cays, where you’ll snorkel in clear turquoise waters with reef fish , or relax around in the warm shallow waters along the shoreline. Enjoy a satisfying buffet lunch of…
Discover the paradise shores of Prickly Pear Islands on this full-day trip from St Maarten. Sail aboard Lambada catamaran and stop at Prickly Pear Island, one of Anguilla’s offshore cays, where you’ll snorkel in clear turquoise waters with reef fish , or relax around in the warm shallow waters along the shoreline. Enjoy a satisfying buffet lunch of chicken and ribs with tasty sides served right on board the catamaran. Before heading home, enjoy a refreshing dip at Mead’s Bay. Upon departing Mead’s Bay, the sails are unfurled and the sounds of the waves hitting the hulls and our fun playlist provides fun rhythms.
- CHECK IN 1 HOUR BEFORE DEPARTURE TIME. Check in starts at 8:00am - closes at 8:35am in order to clear immigration.
- Valid Passport needed for check in. Passport Cards are not accepted.
- Not recommend for cruise passengers.
- This is a barefoot cruise. Your shoes will be removed before boarding and stored in a basket. You will receive them back on the dock after your cruise.
- It is recommended that you wear a swimsuit and bring sunscreen. Have your beach bag packed with your beach towel and favorite coverup!
Location
Aqua Mania Adventures
Billy Folly Road
Check in 8am with valid passports.
We are located on the marina of the Simpson Bay Resort, next to La Patrona restaurant.
Check ins close at 8:35am in order to clear immigration. Guests arriving after this time may need to reschedule.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(331 Ratings)
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Vickykl188hm
Nov 6, 2025
BEST EXPERIENCE with few hiccups!! - I went on the Seaduction boat cruise. The Captain was JB and First mates were Jasper and James. These three men were amazing and so accommodating. It happen to be my Birthday and they added a Pound Cake and Champaign to celebrate my day and Sang HBirthday. The food was really good and they were great waiters. What I did not like was the Policy on Children. Children under 4.. What a nightmare. Crying and a complete mess they made that the adults did not even clean up. The owner of this boating company needs to put a new policy in place. No children under 5. What are small children supposed to do on a traditional Catamaran for 7 hours in a small confined space?. No place to play and no place for the rest of us to get away from the crying children. I would not have gone on this boat, if I knew small children were going to be on it. They made a huge mess and the crew had to clean up after them. The couple and their family took over the Galley. They even left dirty diaper on the table. They did not speak any English and did not understand the directions. They made us wait an extra half an hour as they were slow to get back on the boat. It was a disaster. I believe the owner of this boat allowed these small children to come on the boat because the ole mighty dollar. Making money regardless of the sacrifice of peace of the rest of the patrons. Plus, it really put a lot of stress on the crew. You could visually see it. The crew was so nice because like a good working crew they made the best with what they had to deal with.. I can honestly say without the amazing crew this trip would have been a nightmare. The music was great they played on the boat. The new people we meet were amazing and it was such a blast despite the rude parents who left a complete mess and did not even tip.. One more thing.. The crew put our safety above anything and were very Conscientious!! Thank you to the BEST CREW for going the EXTRA MILE TO MAKE THIS ONE OF THE BEST FUN EXPERIENCES I HAVE HAD IN ST MAARTEN'S. THE CREW DESERVES A 5 STAR REVIEW.. THE OWNER NEEDS TO MAKE A MAJOR POLICY CHANGE.. NO CHILDREN UNDER 10.. It is not only for the CREW AND THE GUESTS.. BUT the CHILDREN DON"T DESERVE THIS EITHER. THANK YOU!!!
A special thanks to JB, Jasper and James I can not say enough great things about you three!!!! Vicky Keeth
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Jennifersp1881ss
Oct 30, 2025
Beautiful - Was an amazing time. Very friendly staff !!! Good fun !!! Beautiful water and views!!!
Would highly recommend! The lunch was very good. The atmosphere was light and fun.
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Amanda_c
Oct 16, 2025
Day trip to Anguilla and Prickly Pear. - Day boating trip snorkeling and swimming! Loads of fun for all ages. Would highly recommend. Crew was great!
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Amy_m
Oct 15, 2025
Fantastic fun with great music, good food and a view to die for - The crew was amazing. There was a group of 6 of us. And we could not have asked for better weather, atmosphere, and fun. It was more than we expected and will definitely do it again.
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927deseriel
Oct 14, 2025
Beautiful and relaxing - The staff was amazing and perfect snacks. Lunch was delectable and although my husband said it was too long, I don't feel the same. Will definitely book with you guys again. Well worth the price we paid.
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Natalie_c
Oct 1, 2025
Amazing - We had a group of 16 on this boat and we had a blast! The food was delicious. The service they provided was amazing. Such an awesome excursion.
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James_t
Sep 23, 2025
Great trip we had a... - Great trip we had a wonderful time. The crew was very attentive and friendly. They made you feel like you were family.
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Caseyjlogan
Aug 13, 2025
Prickly pear beach - Everything was great. It is a great all day trip. The food is really good. Snorkeling quality depends on the weather but the crew is exceptional. The stops are beautiful. The staff point out marine life and are great with kids.
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Heather
Nov 1, 2025
Fun Day on the Sea - Didn’t get to snorkel due to weather conditions (water was really choppy due to wind) but the crew did a great job trying to make up for it. Took us to an additional spot to swim. Crew were friendly, drinks were plentiful and the buffet food was actually pretty good. It is a long day as it takes time to get to Anguilla. However the beach/sand there looking amazing. Weather kept us from being able to swim to it but I can imagine it’s wonderful when the weather is more conducive. Next time I would probably find something closer but I still very much enjoyed myself.
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Katelyn_c
Aug 22, 2025
We booked the full-day... - We booked the full-day catamaran cruise and enjoyed being out on the water, but several aspects could have been better. The crew service felt less attentive than on other excursions, and the captain did not communicate when the itinerary changed due to weather. Instead of visiting Anguilla as advertised, we were taken to a small beach, which didn’t allow us to see the island we had been excited for.
The snorkeling stop was also underwhelming, with very little to see compared to other trips we’ve done. Overall, it was a pleasant day, but clearer communication, more engaged service, and better snorkeling options would have made the experience much stronger.
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