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Ocean Explorers Dive Center

113 Welfare Rd | Kim Sha Beach, Simpson Bay, St Maarten-St Martin
599-544-5252
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Ranked #2 of 24 activities in Simpson Bay
Type: Water sports
Owner description: At Ocean Explorers we believe that who you dive with is as important as the diving itself… Small groups, personalized attention and a relaxed... more » Owner description: At Ocean Explorers we believe that who you dive with is as important as the diving itself… Small groups, personalized attention and a relaxed atmosphere are what we offer on a daily basis. From outstanding reefs to fantastic wrecks, our waters are warm and inviting and the marine life abundant and friendly. Our Caribbean dive shop is located under the waving palms by this tranquil Kim Sha beach on the beautiful Caribbean island St. Maarten. « less
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St Augustine
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Jef, Lu, Danny and Jeremy are the BEST!! This was my first time in St Maarten so I decided to dive. I am certified in PADI as an open water diver, but no problem. Our first or 2 dive sites was 100' but under the expert guidance of the Dive Master it was no problem. The sites we visited were... More

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Merseyside
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

We went for 6 dives together with Lu, Jef, Danny and the team at Ocean Divers and did our Open water and advanced. I have dived with many outfits and Ocean Explorers is right up there with the best. They are completely flexible, professional, knowledgable and remembered all of our requests and planed everything to make the very best of... More

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Darien, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

I went on my first dive with Ocean explorers and it was amazing. Jeff, my instructor made me feel so comfortable in the water. His passion for diving made me want to dive. it was a great experience and I went on two dives with ocean explorer. When I go back to St. Martin, I am going to get certified... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013 via mobile

Being instructors and having had the fortune to dive our share around the world, how wonderful to find a dive center that really adds to your experience. Besides running a smooth dive center (professional, excellent boats & equipment, small groups), Jeferson, Luciana and their team make you feel at home, safe and ensure both beginners and advanced divers get the... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

My family has been diving with this center for years and they are simply the best. They take you to the best dive sites around St Maarten and make the dives a pleasure. Super knowledgeable and very safe. I can't wait to go back and would never think of diving anywhere else when in St Maarten.

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Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

Ocean Explorers treats you like family and takes great care of you. They value your business and really go all out to make your experience the best. The crew is very entertaining but also very safe and you really feel comfortable diving. I finished my PADI certification with them and I was really glad I got to do it there.... More

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Weaverville
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

We dove 10 days with Ocean Explorers in April. They found wonderful dive sites and catered to experienced and less experienced divers without a problem. They were respectful with gear, and helpful in many situations. I needed a battery changed on my dive computer, another client had a high pressure hose issues. Problems solved! The dive crew was knowledgeable, friendly,... More

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Tipton
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

I did a discovery dive today with Ocean Explorers. They were fantastic. They make the process very comfortable and fun and did a great job of pointing out interesting fish during the dive. Instruction was very good, great equipment and they treat you like you're the only customer they have. I always felt comfortable and safe with them. They paid... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

We visited St. Maarten via cruise ship on April 16th, 2013 and worked directly with Luciana at Ocean Explorers to set up a two tank scuba dive during our time on the island. I had emailed multiple dive operations in St. Maarten and Luciana was by far the most efficient, friendly, knowledgeable, and easiest to work with. Upon hearing back... More

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Athens
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

I arrived in SXM a Open Water Diver left a Rescue Diver!! Luciana, Jeff and Cayley and the rest of the crew, thanks so much for an amazing season, can't wait to come back next winter!!!

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