Bird Aviary Tour & Scenic Drive (Cruise-Friendly Experience)
Interactive visit to Parotte Ville Bird Sanctuary
Birds perch on your hand or shoulder and feed from your cup
Lush botanical gardens with tropical and native plants
Mini artifact museum showcasing local heritage
Scenic island drive with photo opportunities
Chance to see iguanas in their natural habitat
Complimentary ice cream (while supplies last)
Gouda cheese tastings and shopping in Philipsburg
Cruise-friendly timing and pace
Enjoy a relaxed, colorful island experience that combines wildlife, nature, and scenic views — perfectly suited for cruise visitors and short-stay travelers.
This guided tour includes an interactive visit to Parotte Ville Bird Sanctuary, where exotic birds freely perch on your hand or shoulder, strolls through lush botanical gardens, and a peek into St. Maarten’s cultural roots at the on-site artifact museum.
Afterward, enjoy a scenic island drive with panoramic photo stops, a chance to see iguanas in their natural habitat, a complimentary ice cream treat (while supplies last), and a visit to the Amsterdam Cheese & Liquor Store for Gouda cheese tastings and souvenir shopping.
Guests may choose to remain in Philipsburg at the end of the tour and return independently.
After pickup from the St. Maarten Cruise Port or your selected location, enjoy a comfortable, air-conditioned drive to Parotte Ville Bird Sanctuary.
Spend time interacting with exotic birds, exploring the botanical gardens, and visiting the mini artifact museum. Your guide then leads a relaxed scenic drive through the island’s countryside with stops for photos and iguana sightings.
Before returning to town, enjoy a complimentary ice cream refreshment and a visit to Amsterdam Cheese & Liquor Store. The tour concludes in Philipsburg, where you may return with the group or stay behind to explore at your own pace.
St. Maarten Cruise Port
Free pickup from most central hotel areas
Hotel/ Cruise Port/ Philipsburg
Hotel Guests may choose to remain in Philipsburg and return independently
Sunscreen and a hat
Comfortable walking shoes or sandals
Camera or smartphone
Cash or card for optional purchases
Round-trip transportation (unless guest remains in Philipsburg)
Admission to Parotte Ville Bird Sanctuary
Guided visit through botanical gardens and artifact museum
Scenic island drive with photo stops
Complimentary ice cream (while supplies last)
Gouda cheese tastings at Amsterdam Cheese & Liquor Store
Food or beverages not specified
Optional purchases, souvenirs, or specialty drinks
Additional pickup charges for select areas (see add-ons at checkout)
Gratuities (optional)
Cruise passengers should proceed to the designated meeting point at the St. Maarten Cruise Port
Hotel guests will be picked up at or near their accommodation
Please be ready 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time
Full pickup instructions are sent after booking confirmation
Free pickup is included from the St. Maarten Cruise Port and most central hotel areas.
Guests staying outside the free pickup zones may be required to pay an additional transfer fee, depending on location. If applicable, the correct pickup supplement will be added to your booking after your accommodation details are reviewed.
Please ensure you provide your cruise ship name and arrival time (for cruise guests) or hotel/accommodation name(for stayover guests) at the time of booking so we can confirm your pickup details.
Full refund if cancelled 48 hours in advance
No refunds for no-shows or late cancellations
If your cruise ship is delayed or rescheduled, contact us immediately