Getting to the French Side

[20SomethingJeff]

I am sure this has been asked a million times but... what is the best way to get to the french side on our own, 4 adults?

 

Thanks for the tips,

Jeff

[gtaylor]

A taxi from the Cruise Facility to Marigot should cost about $24 (plus tip) for a party of 4.

 

SXM Taxi Rate Chart.

 

gary

[20SomethingJeff]

Thanks Gary. Anyone one else?

[kal]

The French Side is half the island. Where do you want to go on the French side? If it's Marigot, I'd take the bus from Philipsburg. For a group of 4, the RT cost should be about $12. If you're heading elsewhere, such as Orient Beach, I'd take a taxi (van). That should run you about $40 RT with a full van each way.

[waterrats]

Gary - thanks for the link to the taxi rates. That is a very helpful page in planning excursions.

[Beach Hunter]

If you want to get to the French side with 4 people, just rent a car from the 4 or 5 rental agencies next to the cruise ship dock. We paid about $95 dollars for a day rental of a minivan that allowed us to make a few stops. The roads are not too difficult. Just follow the signs. Driving is on the right. We had no problem getting a van, but there was only one ship in port.

[Baby Blue Eyes]

Gary - thanks for the link to the taxi rates. That is a very helpful page in planning excursions.

 

 

Your pics were very nice. Can't wait to visit for the 1st time. Were you guys bothered by daytime mosquito biting? Right now St M has hundreds of reported confirmed cases of Dengue Fever on the island. I hope this ceases very soon so the island is a pure pleasure to spend the day safetly before our cruise port of call date of 1/20/09! I want to visit this island the most!:D I have the DEET on the list!