You will meet your scuba diving guide and instructor at the local dive shop just a short ride from your cruise ship's pier. See the note below about transportation. You will get checked in and your gear sorted out before heading out to the boat.
Your certified PADI divemaster/ instructor will go over the dive plan with your group. They keep the group sizes small (max of 5 diving, overall onboard max 8) to provide a more personal service. The boats are fast and will get you to the first reef stop quickly. Note that this excursion is for certified divers only - you must present your valid dive card. Those who are not certified can still enjoy - check out the Discover SCUBA excursion.
On your dive, sightings of eagle rays, green sea turtles, nurse sharks, lobsters, and much more are very common. See some of the best coral reefs and marine life around.
Your 2-tank dive is approximately 4 hours. Any others traveling with you that do not dive - can enjoy the restaurant/bar, water toys, etc. The cost of meals/beverages for them is not included.
A local transportation company is used for pickup at the pier for this excursion. Cost is not included but is equal to taxi cost but will provide a more reliable service - $16.00 USD minimum of two guests paying.
Note: Recreational scuba diving and freediving requires good physical and mental health. There are a few medical conditions that can be hazardous while diving, listed below. Those who have, or are predisposed to, any of these conditions, should be evaluated by a physician. Please download and print the following
PADI Discover Scuba Diving Participant Statement (PDF document) and complete it prior to participation in this St. Maarten Discover Beginners SCUBA Diving Excursion with Boat Dive.