Caribbean Explorer II, St Maarten
9.0 Superb - Nitrox available
- En-Suite bathrooms
- Aircon Cabins
“First, and most importantly, the crew was fantastic. ”
Highlights
The Caribbean Explorer II liveaboard offers year-round diving at Saba and St. Kitts in the Northern Caribbean. With a blend of comfort and quality, she caters to 18 guests in 9 staterooms, each with either twin or double beds, private en-suite bathrooms, individually controlled AC, and storage space. Five cabins are located on the lower deck, and 4 cabins are on the main deck. On the upper deck is a partially enclosed dining room where guests enjoy gourmet cuisine and amazing views. There is also an air-conditioned salon with an entertainment system. The sun deck has loungers for relaxing between dives. The large dive platform at the back of the main deck is equipped with individual gear lockers, a large camera table with low-pressure air hoses, recharging stations, tank racks, a bathroom, and separate freshwater rinse baths for dive equipment and cameras.
Dive itineraries aboard the Caribbean Explorer II explore some of the best dive sites in the northern Caribbean. Known for its offshore pinnacles, deep underwater seamounts, finger reefs, recent wrecks, and various coral labyrinths, Saba and St. Kitts have a lot to offer divers underwater. Diving in Saba Marine Park mixes steep vertical walls and coral labyrinths. Expect to see reef sharks, turtles, rays, and more. Protected in 1987, Saba Marine Park encompasses the waters and seabed encircling the entire Caribbean island of Saba, ensuring the park's thriving aquatic life remains healthy. Diving in St Kitts is a diversity of wrecks, ancient relics, and bustling coral reefs. Some top dive sites here include the Wreck of the River Taw, Anchors Aweigh, and Paradise Reef. Divers can see various macro life, including frogfish and sea horses, as well as sharks, turtles, and octopuses. Night dives on the reefs are immensely active, followed by hot towels and cocoa.
The Caribbean Explorer II liveaboard is a fantastic choice for diving at Saba & St. Kitts. Book online today to reserve your space.
This boat is part of the Explorer Ventures fleet.
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Included: VAT, Alcoholic Beverages, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Cabin Towels, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: Fuel Surcharge (150-220 USD per trip), Park and Port Fees (135 USD per trip).
Optional Extras: Gratuities, Airport Transfer (15-30 USD), Nitrox (10 USD per tank), Nitrox Course (295 USD), Rental Gear, Scuba Diving Courses (240-340 USD), Land Excursions (35-50 USD), Snorkel Gear.
Book now, pay later: You can easily place your booking online. We will then hold the spaces for you and you can confirm with a payment later.
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Caribbean Explorer II Reviews
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- 9.0 Superb
- Vessel 8.2
- Crew 9.3
- Food 9.6
- Diving 9.1
- Value 8.9
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- 9.2 Superb
- Sarah B
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United States
A great time with pretty good diving!
I saw a seahorse for the first time (three actually), and I've done over a hundred dives, so that felt special. The food was abundant and delicious, and the chef always made sure there was a vegetarian option for me. The dive guides were personable and skilled, and worked to show us things we would enjoy!
- Recommended for
- I liked my cabin a LOT. The dive guides payed attention to what I liked and made a point to show me the things I enjoyed.. I met a dive buddy who I will dive with again! Yay!.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Sheri V
- United States
Fabulous Week of Fun, Food, and Diving.
The crew is phenomenal. So friendly and knowledgeable. Fabulous experience from booking through the trip.
- Recommended for
- Great crew. Great food and beverage. Love the location.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Juene R
- United States
Amazing diving, with some of the best crew
The was one of the best livaboard experiences. I really liked the itinerary and the atmosphere.
- Recommended for
- The crew. The diving. Did I mention the crew?.
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- 10 Exceptional
- María G
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Colombia
Espectacular
Everything was perfect. The crew was amazing, special dive master Juan and Julian.
- Recommended for
- Dives master, the crew and the food.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Bonnie M
- United States
Pleasant surprise
Due to wild fires in the West, my travel plans made a 180. I booked this trip, at the last minute, and was pleasantly surprised. The boat had to skirt some weather and became limited as to dive sites. The captain and crew made sure each dive was different and amazing. Current can change quickly around Saba. Crew managed all entries, exits expertly and worked with and around current for the best experience while under. So much to see and photograph. Wonderful place I definitely recommend this group
- Recommended for
- Crew, food, safety
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- 9.2 Superb
- Tatyana A
- United States
It was a truly delightful trip in all respects!
Every day was very enjoyable with diverse dive sites, great food, and a superb attention to detail of every aspect of the voyage from each and every one of the crew member. All dives that I took on this trip were highlights because they were all beautiful, but different, and very safe and well-planned, plus the tour of the magnificent island of Saba, the feast on the locally caught mahi-mahi on Tuesday evening, and talks to Ernie, the captain who is an extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and amiable person.
- Recommended for
- Exceptional customer service on behalf of all the crew, a great choice of the dive sites, and profound knowledge and skills of the dive instructors
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Michaela R
- United States
Wonderful Vacation
Great scuba diving
- Recommended for
- Staff, accomodations, cultural experience
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- 10 Exceptional
- Donald H
- United States
Super Dive Trip; concierge diving
Getting Advanced Open Water and Nitrox Certified; the night dives. Great crew. We loved Kirsten as our Dive Master and Instructor. Very laid back trip. only 8 divers and a crew of 8. So it was a very personalized dive experience. The Hot Chocolate and Baileys handed to us as we took off our tanks from the night dive was the best. This was a very good value for money dive trip. Cabins were small but we were in the cabins only about 30 minutes longer than we were sleeping. We really enjoyed our trip. This was our first liveaboard and we will do more.
- Recommended for
- Captain and Crew; diving, food
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- 10 Exceptional
- John S
- United States
Fantastic trip diving Saba
What a great trip. The crew was amazing - focused on safety and knew all of the best dive spots at Saba. Were able to quickly pivot in changing weather and keep dives interesting. Food was WAY better than I was expecting. Top notch experience all around. 10/10 would recommend.
- Recommended for
- Value, Crew, Dive Quality
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- 9.2 Superb
- Mitch S
- United States
Enjoyable Week of Diving
Thoroughly enjoyed my week aboard the Caribbean Explorer II. First, and most importantly, the crew was fantastic. Friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, and very professional. Their cohesiveness to address any task, question or request elevated the experience aboard the ship. I enjoyed the diving and appreciated the dive leaders understanding of the sites and navigation under water. The meals were hearty and delicious. Would highly recommend this boat and its crew for those wanting a pleasurable week diving the Caribbean.
- Recommended for
- Crew. Dive sites. Hospitality.
