Dive Sint Maarten
Dive Sint Maarten
4.9
Scuba & SnorkellingBoat ToursPrivate ToursDay Trips
Full view
About
Dive Sint Maarten is a full service Scuba Diving center conveniently located in Philipsburg, St. Maarten. We offer casual dives, dive courses and boat tours to a number of spectacular sites, including the famous Man of War Shoal Marine Reserve.
St Martin / St Maarten, Caribbean
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Awards
Travelers' Choice
2024
Similar Experiences
Travelers talk about
Contribute
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as wait time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
Popular mentions
4.9
238 reviews
Excellent
227
Very good
4
Average
2
Poor
2
Terrible
3
Iryna O
New York City, NY29 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
My winter holiday diving with Dive Sint Maarten was absolutely exceptional! 🌟 The entire team made every dive memorable, with special thanks to Anastasia, Irena, Patroy, and Andre for their outstanding guidance and expertise. 🤿 Sam was incredibly helpful with all the logistics, making everything run smoothly from start to finish. ✨ Captains Nick and Shawn expertly guided us to the best dive spots around the island. ⛵
The marine life around Sint Maarten took my breath away. 🐠 The vibrant coral reefs were teeming with life - from graceful sea turtles 🐢 to schools of tropical fish in every color imaginable. 🌈 The night dive was particularly magical, with bioluminescent organisms creating a natural light show ✨ and nocturnal creatures emerging from their daytime hideouts. 🦑
One of my favorite memories was diving while wearing Santa hats during the holiday season - such a fun and festive touch that made the experience even more special! 🎅 The underwater photos from those dives are priceless. 📸
I must extend a huge thank you to Willem, the shop owner, who went above and beyond to ensure my diving vacation was perfect. 🙏 His dedication to creating exceptional diving experiences really shows in every aspect of the operation. 💫
Whether you're an experienced diver or just starting out, I cannot recommend Dive Sint Maarten highly enough. 🌊 The combination of professional staff, beautiful dive sites, and attention to detail made this one of my best diving experiences ever! 🏆
The marine life around Sint Maarten took my breath away. 🐠 The vibrant coral reefs were teeming with life - from graceful sea turtles 🐢 to schools of tropical fish in every color imaginable. 🌈 The night dive was particularly magical, with bioluminescent organisms creating a natural light show ✨ and nocturnal creatures emerging from their daytime hideouts. 🦑
One of my favorite memories was diving while wearing Santa hats during the holiday season - such a fun and festive touch that made the experience even more special! 🎅 The underwater photos from those dives are priceless. 📸
I must extend a huge thank you to Willem, the shop owner, who went above and beyond to ensure my diving vacation was perfect. 🙏 His dedication to creating exceptional diving experiences really shows in every aspect of the operation. 💫
Whether you're an experienced diver or just starting out, I cannot recommend Dive Sint Maarten highly enough. 🌊 The combination of professional staff, beautiful dive sites, and attention to detail made this one of my best diving experiences ever! 🏆
Written January 21, 2025
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
thank you so much for your amazing review, So awesome that you were able to see so much. Come back soon!
Written February 10, 2025
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Eric V
Madison, WI19 contributions
Nov 2024 • Solo
I just finished a great week with Dive Sint Maarten. Their two boats were comfortable and in good condition, and all of the rental gear was clean and in good repair. The crew were knowledgable about the different dive sites, friendly, and good at adapting each day's itinerary to the local conditions and the skills and interests of the divers. Every dive had a thorough briefing, and the dive pros made sure we had safe, fun dives.
Written November 18, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review, come back soon!
Written February 10, 2025
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Dave T
Rochester, NY22 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
Between the 4 of us we did 20 dives in 3 days. Professional boat and crew provided detailed boat and dive briefings. They have a stellar plan where everyone starts off diving together and then half way through after checking gas amounts they seperate into two groups each with a guide. Air hogs like me and the other people who have gills. Each group continues until one person has 1000 (psi) and then we all go up. We were drift diving due to currents and it worked out great. Gang on the surface and the boat picks you up. Thank you to Captains Kirsten, Willem, Nick in training, guides Roland and Natanja and a young man working on his dive master certification whose name I didn't get.
Written May 5, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you for your detailed review, it's great when guests enoyt the dives as much as we do!! We were so pleased to have you onboard for so many dives. We look forward to seeing you again someday!
Thank you on behalf of all the crew here at Dive Sint Maarten
Written May 8, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
JackDiverDown
Houston, TX16 contributions
Mar 2025 • Family
We visited St, Maarten for the first time this week and were hoping to get some diving in. We connected with this shop and went out on two different afternoon dives. We had our 11yo son who is Jr. OW certified with us but weren’t sure if there would be suitable dive sites given the depth limits for his age.
We were pleased with both dive sites they took us to and the staff was fantastic. Shoutout to Andre and Sam… both excellent Dive Masters.
We were pleased with both dive sites they took us to and the staff was fantastic. Shoutout to Andre and Sam… both excellent Dive Masters.
Written March 15, 2025
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Piotr Ł
Poznan, Poland1 contribution
Mar 2025 • Solo
I chose this dive shop to start my adventure with diving, did my OWD certificate here and I'm really happy that I did! People working in Dive Sint Maarten are passionate, professional and super friendly, diving spots are spectacular and the conditions for the dives were ideal! Seriously, I couldn't recommend it enough!
Written March 20, 2025
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Bill S
Chesapeake, VA3 contributions
Sep 2024 • Solo
Cruise got diverted from western Caribbean to eastern by hurricane and divesintmaarten accommodated us. So glad to have visited them. They did an excellent job of taking us out even though the waters were a bit choppy. Great dive experience! Super friendly group. Hope to return soon!
Written September 27, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review, come back soon!
Written February 10, 2025
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Rob S
1 contribution
Oct 2024 • Family
I took my wife for her first dive ever. We did the Discover Scuba course. I dove regularly long ago but it's been 20 years. The experience was great! Irena was an amazing instructor. The water was choppy and my wife had to overcome fear (she did!) and Irena was a big reason for that. She was calming and patient. Even I couldn't calm my breathing at first. Wonderful dive! Also, Nick was a great captain and contributed to a great experience. Thanks!
Written October 15, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you for letting us be a part of your first adventure under the sea. We hope the memories last a lifetime and if they start to fade, please come back to dive with us again
Written February 10, 2025
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
L W
2 contributions
Sep 2024 • Solo
What an incredible trip! I couldn’t say enough good things about the dive crew and the dive shop. I had six days of diving with them. The crew was super accommodating to go to unique places. The experience was exceptional and they only made it better. Every dive was unique and well worth the time.Dagmar, Ptroy, and Nick were patient, generous with their time and boatload of fun. If I could, I would give them 10 stars for the exceptional week
Written September 12, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
WOW, thank you so much for your enthusiasm, our team enjoyed having you onboard. We hope to see you again soon
Written February 10, 2025
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Michael O
Pleasanton52 contributions
Jan 2025 • Friends
Location easy walking from cruise terminal, no problem getting there for morning dive, we docked at eight.
Excellent equipment and boat. Captain Sean, guides Anton and Dakier( sorry sp.!) were fantastic. Attentive, good briefing, 7:2 ratio. Friendly greeting from Sam at the desk.
My buddy and I are experienced recreational diver,40/50+ , and both thought this was a great experience.
Highly recommend.
Excellent equipment and boat. Captain Sean, guides Anton and Dakier( sorry sp.!) were fantastic. Attentive, good briefing, 7:2 ratio. Friendly greeting from Sam at the desk.
My buddy and I are experienced recreational diver,40/50+ , and both thought this was a great experience.
Highly recommend.
Written January 31, 2025
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you so much, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review.
Written February 10, 2025
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Jim V
34 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
Outstanding day and great experience.
The staff was great. The equipment we rented was all new and outstanding. The team loaded our equipment, set it up, and offered help before we needed to request it. Safety briefings by both the Boats Captain and the DiveMaster.
I also had several inquiries via email and received quick responses in advance of our dive date.
I will 100% book with them again on our next visit.
Overall GREAT job!
The staff was great. The equipment we rented was all new and outstanding. The team loaded our equipment, set it up, and offered help before we needed to request it. Safety briefings by both the Boats Captain and the DiveMaster.
I also had several inquiries via email and received quick responses in advance of our dive date.
I will 100% book with them again on our next visit.
Overall GREAT job!
Written August 2, 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
THANK YOU, we are so glad to had such a great experience. Please come and see us again sometime soon.
Written February 10, 2025
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Coming down in MArch with a couple of dive masters can we get a trip to Saba
Written February 20, 2021
Hello, we are waiting for Saba to fully open to tourism. Currently they are opening for vaccinated tourists. Best to check back when they are open
Written May 11, 2021
how is diving in april, we really want a great dive trip staying possibly at sea palace
Written January 11, 2020
Hi, we generally have great conditions year round. Sea Palace is within walking distance of our dive shop so very easy to combine your holiday with a dive or 2!
Written February 5, 2020
Showing results 1-2 of 2
*Likely to sell out: Based on Viator’s booking data and information from the provider from the past 30 days, it seems likely this experience will sell out through Viator, a Tripadvisor company.