SAX ATV Rental & Tours — Off-Road Adventures from Simpson Bay
ATV and buggy rentals with guided tours from Sister Patienta Road in Simpson Bay, near the beach and resort district.
Why Go
SAX ATV Rental & Tours operates from Sister Patienta Road in Simpson Bay — the heart of the Dutch side's resort and entertainment district. The fleet of single and double-rider ATVs plus 4-person buggies handles everything from solo rides to family outings, with guided tours that cover both island sides.
The Experience
Simpson Bay's Sister Patienta Road is a residential street that sits between the main Airport Road and the lagoon, giving SAX a quieter base while remaining within minutes of the hotels, restaurants, and beach that define the Simpson Bay visitor experience. The ATV and buggy fleet is maintained to a standard that repeat visitors note, and the local guides bring the kind of route knowledge that comes from riding these roads daily. Guided tours follow routes that hit the established highlights — Maho plane spotting, Marigot, Grand Case, Orient Bay, viewpoints — while the daily rental option hands you the keys and a suggested route for independent exploration. The Simpson Bay departure puts you on the western Dutch side, which means the tour typically heads east toward the French side, covering the coast and interior roads before looping back. The sister company Sax Car Rental next door offers regular car rentals if someone in your group prefers four enclosed wheels to four open ones.
What to Try
Book a guided tour covering both sides with beach stops for swimming breaks. Rent a double ATV and ride with your partner to Maho Beach for plane spotting, then continue along the coast. Take a 4-person buggy for a family-friendly adventure with a roll cage for peace of mind. Ask about combining an ATV tour with a car rental from Sax Car Rental for different days of your trip.
Insider Tip
The Simpson Bay departure means you pass through the bridge area on the way to the French side. Time your return to watch the Simpson Bay Bridge opening (9:30 AM and 5:30 PM) — the parade of sailboats passing through the lagoon is a unique spectacle you see only from this road.
The Practical Stuff
Located at Sister Patienta Road #7, Simpson Bay, Dutch side. Hours: Mon-Sat 8 AM - 6 PM. Vehicles: ATVs (single/double), 4-person buggies. Guided tours and daily rentals. Expert local guides. Sax Car Rental next door for car rental needs. Price range: premium ($$$).
Pair It With
- Sax Car Rental — Sister company next door for car rental needs on non-ATV days
- Eden Rooftop by XO — Rooftop dining in Simpson Bay for a post-ride dinner with views