St. Maarten (Philipsburg) Cruise Ship Schedule, October 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.
October 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.
October 2027 Summary
- Ship calls
- 15
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 45,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Tue, Oct 5, 2027 (2 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Carnival Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Royal Caribbean
Planning tip: Review arrival and departure times for your ship before booking St. Maarten shore excursions in October.
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October 2027 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-10-05 | Grandeur Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 1,994 to 2,393 | n/a |
| 2027-10-05 | Hero Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2027-10-06 | Harmony Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,475 to 6,314 | n/a |
| 2027-10-07 | MSC Opera | MSC Cruises | 08:00 | 18:00 | 10h | 2,142 to 2,570 | n/a |
| 2027-10-11 | Grandeur Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 1,994 to 2,393 | n/a |
| 2027-10-12 | Hero Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2027-10-13 | Symphony Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,518 to 6,370 | n/a |
| 2027-10-19 | Grandeur Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 1,994 to 2,393 | n/a |
| 2027-10-21 | MSC Opera | MSC Cruises | 08:00 | 18:00 | 10h | 2,142 to 2,570 | n/a |
| 2027-10-21 | Star Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2027-10-24 | Carnival Breeze | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,690 to 4,428 | n/a |
| 2027-10-25 | Grandeur Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 1,994 to 2,393 | n/a |
| 2027-10-26 | Hero Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2027-10-27 | Symphony Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,518 to 6,370 | n/a |
| 2027-10-27 | Carnival Magic | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 3,690 to 4,428 | n/a |
15 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Plan Your October 2027 Excursion
Once you know your ship's October 2027 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 October 2027?
This page lists 8 scheduled vessels in October 2027, including Carnival Breeze, Carnival Magic, Grandeur Of The Seas, Harmony Of The Seas, Hero Of The Seas, MSC Opera, Star Of The Seas, Symphony Of The Seas. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
Can St. Maarten arrival times change in October 2027?
Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust October 2027 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 2027 St. Maarten shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this October 2027 schedule, October 2027 is quieter at St. Maarten, so availability is easier — but still book a week or two ahead on any multi-ship date. 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 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 October 2027?
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 2027, including 15 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.