1 boats and yachts available for charter in Anse Marcel
- Fountaine Pajot, Samana 59
- 2024
- Anse Marcel
- 10 berths
- 5 cabin
- 18.8 m
- 5 WC
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An Anse Marcel yacht charter places travelers in a deeply indented bay on the north coast of French Saint Martin. Steep green hills surround a sandy beach and compact marina waterfront, giving the locality a more enclosed character than the island’s larger lagoon-based boating centers. The inner marina basin is sheltered, while the bay opens toward the Anguilla Channel and the more exposed north and northeast coast.
This position suits travelers who want to combine a quiet beach setting with short trips to protected islets, snorkeling sites and neighboring bays. Anse Marcel is not a traditional town center; daily life is concentrated around its marina, beach and hillside accommodations. Travelers considering a wider itinerary can compare this compact north-coast setting with yacht charter across Saint Martin.
Tintamarre Island, Pinel Island and Creole Rock are among the most relevant destinations for trips from Anse Marcel. They lie within or near the protected waters of the Saint Martin National Nature Reserve and are associated with swimming, snorkeling and scenic coastal cruising. Their proximity makes it possible to build a day around several stops rather than devoting most of the time to a long passage.
Grand Case offers a different direction for a coastal cruise, following the northwestern shoreline to its broad bay. To the east, French Cul-de-Sac and the waters around Pinel Island connect Anse Marcel with another sheltered boating area. Orient Bay and Green Cay extend the range of possible northeast-coast exploration, although conditions outside the protected bays can be livelier. The best selection of stops depends on wind, swell and whether the priority is time under way, snorkeling or going ashore.
Cruising from Anse Marcel begins in protected water, but conditions can change noticeably after leaving the cove. The surrounding hills reduce wind inside the bay, while the open north and northeast coast receives the east to northeast trade winds more directly. Passages toward Tintamarre, Anguilla and exposed sections of the coast may therefore involve trade-wind chop even when the marina feels calm.
Northerly ground swell is another important consideration. It can enter the outer bay and make the anchorage uncomfortable without greatly affecting conditions farther inside. This contrast makes a current marine forecast more useful than judging the day solely from the waterfront.
The area is generally best regarded as moderately demanding rather than difficult. Short distances make local trips approachable, but exposed passages, reserve rules and the narrow marked marina channel reward careful planning. Travelers without suitable experience should choose a charter format that places navigation and weather decisions in the hands of an appropriately qualified skipper.
The principal recreational boating season runs from December through April, when rainfall is generally lower and the trade winds are dependable. January, February, March and April are identified as particularly suitable months. This period works well for travelers who want a combination of established sailing conditions and regular opportunities to visit the surrounding bays and islets.
May is a favorable transitional month, while conditions often begin improving again in November toward the end of the wetter period. From June through October, boating activity is usually lower because the weather becomes hotter, more humid and less predictable, with increased rainfall, tropical waves and cyclone risk. The official Atlantic hurricane season continues through November, so voyages during this period require conservative forecasting and a clear contingency plan rather than a fixed itinerary.
A natural local circuit links Anse Marcel Marina with Tintamarre Island, Pinel Island and Creole Rock. It concentrates on the marine-reserve area and can balance cruising time with swimming and snorkeling stops. The order and number of stops should remain flexible because wind and swell can affect the exposed sections between otherwise sheltered locations.
A westbound cruise toward Grand Case creates a simpler coastal route and can be timed as an afternoon or sunset outing. Longer plans may cross the Anguilla Channel, but an Anguilla trip combines more exposed water with an international border crossing. Immigration and vessel-clearance requirements must therefore be confirmed in advance rather than treated as an informal extension of a local day cruise.
The appeal of cruising here lies in moving easily between the enclosed bay and the more open island coast. A day may begin with a calm departure from the marina, continue with snorkeling or swimming near the protected islets, and finish back at the beach or compact waterfront. This rhythm particularly suits families and groups that value several short activities over a long uninterrupted passage.
Anse Marcel also supports time ashore. The 4.5-kilometer Sentier des Froussards begins locally and runs toward Grandes Cayes through Petites Cayes, crossing an important surviving area of dry coastal forest. It offers a useful contrast to a day spent aboard, while the close arrangement of beach, marina and dining facilities makes it straightforward to divide time between the yacht and the waterfront.
Grand Case–Espérance Airport is the nearest airport and mainly handles regional services. Princess Juliana International Airport, on the Dutch side of the island, is the principal international gateway. From either airport, travelers reach Anse Marcel by road over the hills from the French Cul-de-Sac area; taxis and rental cars are the most practical options when carrying luggage or boating equipment.
Anse Marcel Marina, historically known as Port Lonvilliers, serves as the local departure point for excursions along the northern coast and toward the nearby protected islets. Its position allows Anse Marcel to function both as a place to stay and as a compact departure area, rather than as a broad urban charter hub. The marina is entered through a narrow marked channel, so arrival arrangements and current access guidance should be confirmed with the marina or charter operator.
When comparing yacht charter or boat rental in Anse Marcel, first decide whether the trip will focus on a short reserve circuit, a coastal outing to Grand Case or a longer passage toward Anguilla. That choice affects the importance of cruising range, onboard space, weather protection and skipper experience. For local swimming and snorkeling stops, ease of boarding and practical deck space may matter more than accommodation intended for overnight travel.
Vessel dimensions also require attention. Anse Marcel Marina publishes a maximum draft of approximately 2.5 meters, but controlling depths, berth limits and channel conditions should be reconfirmed directly before arrival. Larger or deeper-draft yachts may need additional planning.
Within the Saint Martin National Nature Reserve, boats should use designated mooring buoys where available and must not anchor on coral or seagrass. Overnight mooring at protected locations such as Tintamarre and Creole Rock requires prior authorization. Travelers should also check whether snorkeling equipment, reserve permissions, clearance support for Anguilla and weather-related itinerary changes are covered by their particular charter arrangement.

The best time for yacht charter in Anse Marcel depends on the season, with each period offering different sailing conditions and travel experiences.
January, February, March, April, December
Peak season
The busiest charter period in Anse Marcel falls in January, February, March, April, December: 25°C air, 27°C sea, 20 sunny days a month and wind averaging 14 knots.
May, June, November
Shoulder
Shoulder season in Anse Marcel covers May, June, November: 27°C air, 29°C sea, 11 sunny days a month and wind averaging 14 knots.
July, August, September, October
Low season
Low season in Anse Marcel covers July, August, September, October: 28°C air, 30°C sea, 11 sunny days a month and wind averaging 13 knots.
Weather, sea and price values are multi-year climate averages for Anse Marcel. The average price shows the seasonal price trend.
| Month | JAN | FEB | MAR | APR | MAY | JUN | JUL | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌡️ Avg. temperature | 25° | 25° | 25° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 26° |
| ☀️ Avg. sunny days A day is counted as sunny when average daytime cloud cover is 30% or less. | 17 days | 21 days | 22 days | 16 days | 10 days | 10 days | 12 days | 13 days | 10 days | 11 days | 14 days | 22 days |
| 🌧️ Avg. days with rain A day is counted as rainy when at least 1 mm of rain falls. Monthly rainfall | 10 days29 mm | 9 days37 mm | 9 days22 mm | 10 days41 mm | 10 days48 mm | 10 days43 mm | 17 days78 mm | 15 days87 mm | 18 days135 mm | 17 days130 mm | 15 days106 mm | 12 days37 mm |
| 💨 Avg. wind Shows how windy a typical day is during this month, based on the full-day average. | 14 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 15 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 13 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 13 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 13 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 14 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 15 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 14 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 12 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 11 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 12 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. | 14 knSuitable for sailing based on hourly wind data. |
| 🌊 Avg. seawater temperature | 27° | 26° | 27° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 28° |
| 📅 Season | HIGH SEASON | HIGH SEASON | HIGH SEASON | HIGH SEASON | SHOULDER | SHOULDER | LOW | LOW | LOW | LOW | SWEET SPOT | SWEET SPOT |
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€5,528
€7,562
Prices vary by yacht type, size, season and charter type. Additional costs such as fuel, skipper fees and security deposit may apply.
Last updated at September 13, 2026
Available only for overnight charters.
Prices vary by yacht type, size, season and charter type. Additional costs such as fuel, skipper fees and security deposit may apply.
Last updated at September 13, 2026
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