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King Beau Beau Carnival underwater sculpture in Little Bay, Sint Maarten, Caribbean
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Underwater Sculpture Park, Sint Maarten

An unforgettable snorkeling adventure through 300+ sculptures celebrating the history, culture and people of Sint Maarten, Caribbean

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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 Sint 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
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, 2pm) 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.
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Turtle swimming of sculpture of man from Sint Maarten
Snorkel our 300 reef sculptures

Sint Maarten's Story Told in Unique Reef Sculptures

Learn the story of Sint 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 in Little Bay, Sint Maarten, Caribbean
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 in Little Bay, Sint Maarten, Caribbean
Get up close to the marine life

Thriving Reef Ecosystem, ready for Snorkeling Explorers

The Under SXM underwater adventure in Sint 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.

Under SXM artificial reef scultures supporting marine life in Sint Maarten
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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 Sint 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 Sint 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.

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Snorkel Adventure

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The tour providers, designers and curators of Under SXM, this is the Original Under SXM snorkel adventure.

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Snorkel, Sip & Sunbathe

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Full-day adventure: 2-hour scenic boat trip to snorkel Under SXM Park, then return by boat to Miguel's Hot Beach Spot in Philipsburg to enjoy ice-cold drinks on the beach.

Aqua Mania
Snorkel Trip

Aqua Mania

Convenient collection from local hotels: our partner tour operator, Aqua Mania, can bring you to Under SXM by boat.