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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- 10 Exceptional
- Sheri V
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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
- Pavel V
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Canada
Great diving in Saba and St. Kitts.
Very enjoyable liveaboard. Great diving. A lot of different sea creatures, especially at night. Great landscape. Really, really, really good food. Super delicious.
- Recommended for
- A lot of very different interesting diving locations.. Great crew.. Excellent food..
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- 10 Exceptional
- Michelle A
- United States
Yes Carribean-but different! Pristine!
My friend and I try to experience different diving locations. This was our first time in St Kitts and Saba. The dive sites were very nice with healthy reefs. The boat was comfortable and well maintained (with the exception of a broken ice machine mid-trip...no fault of the crew). The crew was truly one of the best we have experienced, which has put this boat as one of the best dive trips in our price range. Thanks!
- Recommended for
- Loved the two side-by-side twin bed cabin!. Staff was knowledgeable and friendly. The chef was amazing!.
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- 9.6 Exceptional
- Taj H
- United States
Great crew, excellent food, but smaller boat
Great experience but for their sake organization of my taxi ride to the boat. Food was plentiful and amazing, crew was small but excellent, and diving was relaxing with plenty to see!
- Recommended for
- Food. Crew. Location.
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- 10 Exceptional
- Nada S
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Saudi Arabia
I loved it from beginning to end.
Seeing new fish and creatures. Viewing how the crew worked together to provid us with the best time. Filiming an Octopus grabbing my camera.. I loved it.
- Recommended for
- The Crew!, the dive sites, and the food
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- 10 Exceptional
- Steven C
- Canada
Fantastic trip above and beyond expectations
This was my second trip on Caribbean Explorer 2. I wanted to share this experience with my son, and we had an amazing father-son trip. The diving was terrific, and the crew provided a highly enjoyable and professional dive operation. The accommodations were comfortable and the food was terrific. Our Scottish chef even provided a haggis and fixings for a celebration of Robbie Burns Supper - over and above! Congratulations to Capt Bob, Amber, Robyn and Chef Julian and the rest of the crew. Highly recommend.
- Recommended for
- The crew were always helpful, friendly and professional. The diving was fantastic and the crew were able to adjust to local conditions to ensure the best diving sites were offered.. The food was fantastic and the chef was able to meet all needs, even providing a haggis for Robbie Burns night..
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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.
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- 8.8 Fabulous
- John L
- United States
Overall good trip with great crew and some fun dive sites. Land tours were fun too.
Overall great trip. Dives were great and the crew was great and friendly. Food was good and the boat was good.
- Recommended for
- The crew was fun and friendly. Lots of diving and good location. The land tours are a nice change of pace.
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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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- 8.8 Fabulous
- Esther A
- United States
It's all about great diving and hospitality!
It's all about the diving. No-frills accommodations, the boat is a bit outdated, but comfortable enough and excellent food. Great service from all the staff. Especially good dive instructors, good equipment and attention to safety. The dive sites are some of the best anywhere, just amazing marine life and no adverse conditions.
- Recommended for
- Easy diving conditions & good visibility, Saba Marine Park is pristine, excellent food.
