Caribbean Explorer II
Liveaboard · St. Maarten
Premier bespoke dive voyages of Saba and St Kitts featuring specialized camera support, inclusive drinks, and world-class hospitality.
About This Vessel
Caribbean Explorer II is a liveaboard cruising the St. Maarten region. It hosts up to 18 divers on board.
Operating from St. Maarten, the Caribbean Explorer II facilitates exploration of the Lesser Antilles, a region known for diverse marine topography. Where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea, the islands of the Lesser Antilles rise from geological foundations forged by volcanic activity. This dramatic origin story is written across the underwater landscape, creating a world of sheer walls, …
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Onboard Amenities
Dining & Beverages
The galley team serves a full-board dining arrangement featuring a blend of sophisticated gourmet dishes, local island flavors, and traditional American fare. Served on the semi-enclosed upper deck, the menu includes three daily main courses plus light bites, warm pastries, and late-night sweets between underwater excursions.
Dive Equipment & Setup
Dive Area & Sites
St. Maarten and the surrounding Leeward Islands offer diverse Caribbean diving with excellent visibility, warm waters, and a mix of reef, wall, and wreck diving experiences. The island's underwater landscape features healthy coral formations, dramatic volcanic rock structures, and purpose-sunk wrecks that attract a variety of marine life. Divers commonly encounter hawksbill and green sea turtles, southern stingrays, spotted eagle rays, and reef sharks cruising along the colorful walls. The nearby marine reserves of Saba and St. Eustatius — accessible on extended itineraries — offer some of the Caribbean's most pristine and protected reefs, with pinnacle dives, lava flow formations, and dense fish populations. Night dives reveal octopus, lobsters, and bioluminescent organisms, adding another dimension to the Caribbean diving experience.
Important Information
What's Included
Stateroom Lodging · Post-Dive Spirits and Beer
Not Included & Local Fees
Entry to the National Park necessitates a payment of 135 USD for a seven-day period. · Nitrox Tank Refills
Airport Transfers
Ground transportation to and from the airport can be arranged for a surcharge of 15 to 30 USD.
Insurance Recommendation
We strongly recommend all guests to purchase comprehensive dive accident insurance and trip cancellation insurance before departure. Dive accident insurance covers medical treatment, hyperbaric chamber costs, and emergency evacuation in the event of a diving incident. Trip cancellation insurance protects your financial investment — not only if you need to cancel or cut short your trip due to personal illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances, but also if the trip is postponed or cancelled by the operator due to severe weather, technical issues, or other operational reasons. In the unlikely event of operator insolvency, cancellation insurance can also help recover your payments. Please ensure your policies are valid for the entire duration of your trip and cover the planned activities.
Rental Gear
Breathing Regulator: 12 USD daily · Buoyancy Control Device: 12 USD daily
Accommodation
Staterooms
Bunk • Lower Deck
Discover the comfort of these staterooms, with a total of six available across both the lower and main decks. Each room is thoughtfully appointed with either twin or double beds, providing flexible sleeping arrangements, though specific bed types are subject to availability and should be requested at the time of booking. Guests will also find convenient storage cabinets and their own private bathrooms, ensuring a pleasant and well-equipped stay.
Booking & Travel FAQ
How does the booking process work?
Select a cabin and departure on Caribbean Explorer II, and we send a real-time inquiry to the operator. After availability is confirmed, you receive a booking confirmation by email and secure your spot with a deposit.
When do I need to pay?
A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.
What documents will I receive?
After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.
How do I get to the boat?
Most liveaboards depart from a designated marina. Many operators offer airport pickup and transfers — details are in your voucher. We recommend arriving one day before departure.
What certifications do I need?
A valid dive certification (e.g. PADI Open Water), dive insurance, and a valid passport. Some destinations require additional permits or visas — we inform you during booking.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Cancellation terms vary by operator and are in your confirmation. Generally, the earlier you cancel the higher the refund. Changes depend on availability — contact us as soon as possible.
Vessel Technical Overview
Vessel Specifications
Navigation & Safety Systems
What guests say online
How is this overall rating calculated?
The headline score is the simple average of the category scores shown below (Boat, Crew, Value, Diving, Dive sites, etc.), each weighted equally. The review count reflects how many source reviews back the underlying analysis. When no category breakdown is available for a vessel, the headline falls back to the guest-weighted average across source platforms.
The Caribbean Explorer II is highly regarded for its diving itineraries to Saba and St. Kitts, offering numerous daily dives. Guests consistently praise the excellent crew, personalized service, and delicious food provided onboard.
- +Excellent crew and first-class service
- +Offers five terrific dives every day (serious divers)
- +Delicious cuisine, often accommodating dietary needs
- +Comfortable accommodations with private bathrooms
Based on approximately 20 reviews. Aggregated rating based on reviews from multiple independent dive travel and operator platforms as well as on ratings from our customers. Public statements from diving forums and community platforms may also be incorporated as text into the highlighted praises and critiques. Ratings are independently calculated and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the source platforms.
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