St. Maarten (Philipsburg) Cruise Ship Schedule, August 2026
St. Maarten cruise schedules show arrivals at the Dr. A.C. Wathey terminal in Philipsburg. Itineraries may use St. Maarten, Sint Maarten, or St. Martin, but ship times apply to Philipsburg docking.
August 2026 Schedule Overview
St. Maarten cruise schedules show arrivals at the Dr. A.C. Wathey terminal in Philipsburg. Itineraries may use St. Maarten, Sint Maarten, or St. Martin, but ship times apply to Philipsburg docking. Use it to plan shore excursions around your ship's published port window.
August 2026 Summary
- Ship calls
- 16
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 48,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Mon, Aug 3, 2026 (2 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean
Planning tip: Review arrival and departure times for your ship before booking St. Maarten shore excursions in August.
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August 2026 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-08-03 | Independence Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 11:59 | 19:00 | 7h 1m | 3,630 to 4,356 | n/a |
| 2026-08-04 | Icon Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2026-08-05 | Regal Princess | Princess Cruises | 07:00 | 15:30 | 8h 30m | 3,560 to 4,272 | n/a |
| 2026-08-06 | Celebrity Beyond | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,276 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2026-08-06 | Star Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2026-08-11 | Icon Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2026-08-11 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-08-12 | Carnival Magic | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 3,690 to 4,428 | n/a |
| 2026-08-17 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-08-23 | Norwegian Escape | Norwegian Cruise Line | 10:00 | 19:00 | 9h | 4,266 to 5,218 | n/a |
| 2026-08-25 | Icon Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2026-08-25 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-08-26 | Allure Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,490 to 6,314 | n/a |
| 2026-08-27 | Star Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2026-08-31 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
16 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Plan Your August 2026 Excursion
Once you know your ship's August 2026 arrival and departure time, compare shore excursions for St. Maarten. Start with our authority port guide, then browse specialist local operators with pier-aware pickup and return guarantees.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which cruise ships visit St. Maarten in August 2026?
This page lists 9 scheduled vessels in August 2026, including Allure Of The Seas, Carnival Magic, Celebrity Beyond, Icon Of The Seas, Independence Of The Seas, Norwegian Escape, Regal Princess, Rhapsody Of The Seas, and 1 more. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
Can St. Maarten arrival times change in August 2026?
Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust August 2026 times for weather, pier traffic, and operational delays. August is the peak of Atlantic hurricane season — the hottest, wettest stretch with the lightest cruise traffic and occasional itinerary changes, so treat these as planning guides and confirm on your ship's daily program before disembarking.
How early should I book a August 2026 St. Maarten shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this August 2026 schedule, August 2026 is quieter at St. Maarten, so availability is easier — but still book a week or two ahead on any multi-ship date. Popular snorkel, beach, and wildlife tours sell out fastest when multiple ships share the port.
How much time should I leave before returning to the ship at St. Maarten in August 2026?
Plan to be back at the St. Maarten terminal 30–60 minutes before published departure. Add extra buffer on full-day tours and dates when multiple ships are in port.
What excursions suit St. Maarten in August 2026?
August is the peak of Atlantic hurricane season — the hottest, wettest stretch with the lightest cruise traffic and occasional itinerary changes. St. Maarten excursions are easiest to book now, but keep plans flexible and watch tropical weather. Choose operators with clear cancellation terms.
View the St. Maarten cruise ship schedule for August 2026, including 16 scheduled cruise calls, arrival times, departure times and planning tips for shore excursions. Arrival and departure times are subject to change. Confirm final times with your cruise line before disembarking.