St Martin/St Maarten diving is a great way to explore the ship wrecks and reefs beneath the crystal caribean waters.
With its warm, shallow waters, 100 foot visibilities and ideal conditions divers have long recognized the Caribbean as one of the world’s best diving venues. St. Martin diving offers over 40 sites around the island where you can experience views of coral reefs and shipwrecks all while enjoying the beauty of the under sea world and making friends with the interesting sea life such sea turtles, angelfish, grouper, stingrays and tangs.
St Martin Snorkeling
If you prefer snorkeling to diving don’t worry because there are many opportunities in St. Martin for snorkeling. Colorful coral reefs teeming with marine life are often located close to the shore, making them accessible to divers as well as snorklers.
Best Places for St Martin Diving & Snorkeling
Dawn Beach is known to be the best snorkeling site on the island, but Little & Maho Bays offer great snorkeling opportunities as well. Just a mile off of Great Bay divers can can experience the ship wreck of the British man-of-war , which sank in 1801. Another interesting exploration is the freighter Teigland which was deliberately sunk on Cable Reef in the early 90’s.
St Martin Diving Rentals & Instruction
Aqua Mania Dive Adventures • Simpson Bay
Located at Pelican Marina 599544-2640-2631
Blue Ocean • Nettle Bay
Phone: 0590 87 89 73
Dive Safaris • Bobby’s Marina
Phone: 542-90013
Little Bay Dive Center • Divi Little Bay Beach Resort
Phone: 599-552-7749
Lord Sheffield Tall Ship Adventures • Netherland Antilles
Located at Dock Maarten in Philipsburg (599) 552-0875
The Lord Sheffield is a pirate ship offering daysails with snorkeling and fabulous sunset cruises. BBQ food and open bar included. See St. Maarten from the deck of a tall ship. Private charters also available.
St Martin Snorkeling Rentals & Instruction
Aquamania Watersports • Pelican Resort
Phone: 544-2640
Banana Hammock Watersports & Dive Center • Great Bay Hotel
Phone: 542-2446 ext. 536
Dive Safaris • Bobby’s Marina
Phone: 542-9001
Lee’s Deep-Sea Fishing • Simpson Bay
Phone: 542-4233
Saturday May 19
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