St. Maarten (Philipsburg) Cruise Ship Schedule, July 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.
July 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.
July 2026 Summary
- Ship calls
- 13
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 39,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Wed, Jul 1, 2026 (2 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean
Planning tip: Review arrival and departure times for your ship before booking St. Maarten shore excursions in July.
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July 2026 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-01 | Allure Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,490 to 6,314 | n/a |
| 2026-07-01 | Disney Destiny | Disney Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | n/a | n/a |
| 2026-07-06 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-07-06 | Independence Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 11:59 | 19:00 | 7h 1m | 3,630 to 4,356 | n/a |
| 2026-07-09 | Celebrity Beyond | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,276 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2026-07-14 | Icon Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2026-07-14 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-07-15 | Carnival Magic | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 3,690 to 4,428 | n/a |
| 2026-07-15 | Disney Fantasy | Disney Cruise Line | 10:00 | 17:30 | 7h 30m | 2,500 to 3,500 | n/a |
| 2026-07-16 | Star Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2026-07-20 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-07-28 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-07-29 | Allure Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,490 to 6,314 | n/a |
13 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Plan Your Excursion
Once you know your ship 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 July 2026?
This page lists 9 scheduled vessels in July 2026, including Allure Of The Seas, Carnival Magic, Celebrity Beyond, Disney Destiny, Disney Fantasy, Icon Of The Seas, Independence Of The Seas, Rhapsody Of The Seas, and 1 more. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
How accurate are cruise ship schedules?
Published schedules are planning guides sourced from verified imports. They are not guaranteed. Weather, tender conditions, and cruise line itinerary changes can alter arrival and departure times.
Can arrival and departure times change?
Yes. Cruise lines and port authorities adjust times for weather, pier traffic, tender operations, and operational delays. Check your ship's daily program on port day before disembarking.
How early should I book a shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this July 2026 schedule, book must-do tours at least one to two weeks ahead on busy call days. Popular snorkel, beach, and wildlife excursions sell out fastest when multiple ships share the port.
How much time should I leave before returning to the ship?
Plan to be at the terminal or tender pickup point 30-60 minutes before published departure. Add extra buffer on tender ports, full-day tours, and dates with multiple ships in port.
View the St. Maarten cruise ship schedule for July 2026, including 13 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.