
St. Maarten (Philipsburg) Cruise Ship Schedule, July 2027
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 2027 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 2027 Summary
- Ship calls
- 17
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 51,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Tue, Jul 13, 2027 (3 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Carnival Cruise Line, Disney Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Verify with cruise line
Planning tip: Tue, Jul 13, 2027 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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July 2027 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-07-01 | MSC Opera | MSC Cruises | 08:00 | 18:00 | 10h | 2,142 to 2,570 | n/a |
| 2027-07-05 | Grandeur Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 1,994 to 2,393 | n/a |
| 2027-07-06 | Margaritaville At Sea Beachcomber | Verify with cruise line | 11:00 | 19:00 | 8h | 2,688 to 3,226 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2027-07-07 | Carnival Magic | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 3,690 to 4,428 | n/a |
| 2027-07-08 | Star Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2027-07-12 | Independence Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 11:59 | 19:00 | 7h 1m | 3,630 to 4,356 | n/a |
| 2027-07-13 | Grandeur Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 1,994 to 2,393 | n/a |
| 2027-07-13 | Icon Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2027-07-13 | Carnival Festivale | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 5,374 to 6,338 | n/a |
| 2027-07-14 | Disney Fantasy | Disney Cruise Line | 09:00 | 17:00 | 8h | 2,500 to 3,500 | n/a |
| 2027-07-15 | MSC Opera | MSC Cruises | 08:00 | 18:00 | 10h | 2,142 to 2,570 | n/a |
| 2027-07-19 | Grandeur Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 1,994 to 2,393 | n/a |
| 2027-07-20 | Icon Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2027-07-20 | Margaritaville At Sea Beachcomber | Verify with cruise line | 11:00 | 19:00 | 8h | 2,688 to 3,226 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2027-07-27 | Grandeur Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 1,994 to 2,393 | n/a |
| 2027-07-29 | MSC Opera | MSC Cruises | 08:00 | 18:00 | 10h | 2,142 to 2,570 | n/a |
| 2027-07-29 | Star Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
17 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Plan Your July 2027 Excursion
Once you know your ship's July 2027 arrival and departure time, compare shore excursions for St. Maarten. With up to 3 ships sharing the pier on the busiest July 2027 day, book signature tours before they sell out.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which cruise ships visit St. Maarten in July 2027?
This page lists 9 scheduled vessels in July 2027, including Carnival Festivale, Carnival Magic, Disney Fantasy, Grandeur Of The Seas, Icon Of The Seas, Independence Of The Seas, MSC Opera, Margaritaville At Sea Beachcomber, and 1 more. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
Can St. Maarten arrival times change in July 2027?
Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust July 2027 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 2027 St. Maarten shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this July 2027 schedule, July 2027 is shoulder season at St. Maarten, so book popular tours one to two weeks ahead. 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 July 2027?
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 2027?
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 2027, including 17 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.