St. Maarten (Philipsburg) Cruise Ship Schedule, October 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.
October 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.
October 2026 Summary
- Ship calls
- 19
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 57,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Tue, Oct 27, 2026 (3 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Verify with cruise line
Planning tip: Tue, Oct 27, 2026 is the busiest day this month with 3 scheduled ship calls. Book reef tours, beach clubs, and popular attractions early on that date.
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October 2026 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-01 | Celebrity Beyond | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,276 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2026-10-06 | Icon Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2026-10-06 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-10-07 | Carnival Magic | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 3,690 to 4,428 | n/a |
| 2026-10-08 | Star Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2026-10-12 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-10-18 | Coral Princess | Princess Cruises | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 2,000 to 2,400 | n/a |
| 2026-10-20 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-10-25 | Norwegian Viva | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 14:00 | 7h | 3,215 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2026-10-25 | Carnival Dream | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,626 to 4,533 | n/a |
| 2026-10-26 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-10-27 | Mein Schiff 2 | Verify with cruise line | 07:30 | 22:00 | 14h 30m | 2,534 to 2,894 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-10-27 | Icon Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2026-10-27 | Vision Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,036 to 2,443 | n/a |
| 2026-10-28 | Carnival Venezia | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 4,232 to 5,145 | n/a |
| 2026-10-29 | Celebrity Beyond | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,276 to 3,950 | n/a |
| 2026-10-29 | Star Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2026-10-29 | Valiant Lady | Verify with cruise line | 08:00 | 18:00 | 10h | 2,770 to 2,860 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-10-31 | Explora III | Verify with cruise line | 08:00 | 18:00 | 10h | 922 to 1,473 | Verify with cruise line |
19 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Plan Your October 2026 Excursion
Once you know your ship's October 2026 arrival and departure time, compare shore excursions for St. Maarten. With up to 3 ships sharing the pier on the busiest October 2026 day, book signature tours before they sell out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which cruise ships visit St. Maarten in October 2026?
This page lists 13 scheduled vessels in October 2026, including Carnival Dream, Carnival Magic, Carnival Venezia, Celebrity Beyond, Coral Princess, Explora III, Icon Of The Seas, Mein Schiff 2, and 5 more. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
Can St. Maarten arrival times change in October 2026?
Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust October 2026 times for weather, pier traffic, and operational delays. October 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 October 2026 St. Maarten shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this October 2026 schedule, October 2026 is quieter at St. Maarten, so availability is easier — but still book a week or two ahead on any multi-ship date. The busiest day this month lists 3 ships, when operators sell out fastest. 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 October 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 October 2026?
October 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 October 2026, including 19 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.