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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 at St. Maarten: July brings hot, humid weather and the early Atlantic hurricane season, though storm risk stays low this early. Family travel lifts St. Maarten demand around school holidays. Plan beaches and reef trips for the morning before afternoon heat and showers.

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

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July 2026 Schedule Table

DateShipCruise LineArrivalDepartureTime in PortPassenger CapacityNotes
2026-07-01Allure Of The SeasRoyal Caribbean08:0017:009h5,490 to 6,314n/a
2026-07-01Disney DestinyDisney Cruise Line08:0017:009hn/an/a
2026-07-06Rhapsody Of The SeasRoyal Caribbean08:0017:009h2,026 to 2,431n/a
2026-07-06Independence Of The SeasRoyal Caribbean11:5919:007h 1m3,630 to 4,356n/a
2026-07-09Celebrity BeyondCelebrity Cruises08:0017:009h3,276 to 3,950n/a
2026-07-14Icon Of The SeasRoyal Caribbean08:0017:009h5,610 to 7,600n/a
2026-07-14Rhapsody Of The SeasRoyal Caribbean08:0017:009h2,026 to 2,431n/a
2026-07-15Carnival MagicCarnival Cruise Line09:0018:009h3,690 to 4,428n/a
2026-07-15Disney FantasyDisney Cruise Line10:0017:307h 30m2,500 to 3,500n/a
2026-07-16Star Of The SeasRoyal Caribbean08:0017:009h5,610 to 7,600n/a
2026-07-20Rhapsody Of The SeasRoyal Caribbean08:0017:009h2,026 to 2,431n/a
2026-07-28Rhapsody Of The SeasRoyal Caribbean08:0017:009h2,026 to 2,431n/a
2026-07-29Allure Of The SeasRoyal Caribbean08:0017:009h5,490 to 6,314n/a

13 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.

Plan Your July 2026 Excursion

Once you know your ship's July 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 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.

Can St. Maarten arrival times change in July 2026?

Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust July 2026 times for weather, pier traffic, and operational delays. July brings hot, humid weather and the early Atlantic hurricane season, though storm risk stays low this early, so treat these as planning guides and confirm on your ship's daily program before disembarking.

How early should I book a July 2026 St. Maarten shore excursion?

Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this July 2026 schedule, July 2026 is shoulder season at St. Maarten, so book popular tours one to two weeks ahead. 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 July 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 July 2026?

July brings hot, humid weather and the early Atlantic hurricane season, though storm risk stays low this early. Family travel lifts St. Maarten demand around school holidays. Plan beaches and reef trips for the morning before afternoon heat and showers.

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.