Caribbean Explorer II
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Caribbean Explorer II, Saba, St. Kitts & St. Maarten

4.6Excellent4 verified reviews
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1,897
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Caribbean Explorer II, part of the Explorer Ventures Liveaboard Diving Fleet, offers an exceptional adventure exploring the stunning islands of the Caribbean. This liveaboard provides the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and top-notch diving experiences.

Boat Interior

Cabins are located on the main and lower decks. On the main deck, guests can choose between a double bed cabin or a cabin with bunk-style beds, each equipped with private facilities and wardrobes. Lower deck staterooms feature a double bed and an upper twin bed, which can be shared with other divers.
All social areas are situated on the upper deck. Meals are served in a spacious dining area combined with a semi-closed lounge zone, offering entertainment facilities and cozy couches. This lounge is perfect for relaxing after a day of diving, chatting with fellow divers, and enjoying the magnificent view. Additionally, the large sun deck area is equipped with numerous sun loungers, ideal for soaking up the sun.

Dive Deck

The dive deck is fully equipped with all the necessary amenities. Private boxes for gear storage, a hanging area for wetsuits, and a camera table with charging points cater to marine photographers. Separate rinsing tanks for cameras and a freshwater shower are also available on the dive deck, ensuring convenience and cleanliness.

Safety

Caribbean Explorer II prioritizes safety, outfitted with a first aid kit, life vests, life rafts, and onboard oxygen. These measures ensure a secure and worry-free diving experience.

Boat for Photographers

The liveaboard is ideal for photography trips, offering special facilities to maintain camera gear after dives, such as rinsing tanks and a camera table with several charging points. The vibrant marine life and colorful corals of the Caribbean islands provide endless opportunities for unforgettable underwater photos.

Itinerary

The itineraries include diving at Saba, St. Kitts, and St. Maarten, which are relatively unspoiled by mass tourism and offer a variety of dive sites. Divers can explore pinnacles, reefs, diverse drop-offs, and wrecks. The underwater world is teeming with multicolored fish, rays, turtles, and abundant coral species.

When to Go

Diving in the Northeastern Caribbean is possible year-round, but the best time to visit dive sites in Saba, St. Kitts, and St. Maarten is during the winter and early spring months. This period offers optimal diving conditions and visibility.
Caribbean Explorer II is an excellent choice for divers seeking to explore the unique and vibrant diving destinations of the Caribbean islands. With this liveaboard, you will experience safety, comfort, and extraordinary diving adventures, making it an ideal choice for both seasoned divers and those new to exploring the underwater world

Cabins

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Stateroom
Main Deck
Stateroom
2 Guests
Boat plan
Boat deck plan

Boat Specification

Year built / Renovation
1978 / 2016
Number of cabins
9
Groups or charters
Yes
Gear rental
Surcharge
Wi-Fi
No
Nitrox
Surcharge
Length and width
35 m / 6 m
Capacity
18
Tenders
16-foot rigid hull inflatable
Material
Aluminium
Languages crew speak
English
Power plugs onboard
220V and 110V AC power
Engines
2 GM 12 V 71 diesel, 450 hp
Generator
2 John Deere Diesels 110 V AC/220 V AC, 75 KW capacity
Tech diving friendly
No
Handicapped Friendly
No
Compressors
2 Bauer K-14 9.7 cfm
Nitrox Membrane
Nitrox membrane, bank storage
Freshwater maker
2 reverse osmosis watermakers, 1,200 gallons per day, 1,500 gallon storage

Dive Facilities

  • Warm Water Showers
  • Compressors
  • Rinse Hosts
  • Tenders for Diving
  • Dive Deck
  • DIN Adaptors
  • Personal Storage Space

Boat navigation & safety

Full safety

Food & Drinks

  • Western Food
  • Local Food
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Buffet Style
  • Alcoholic Beverages and Spirits
  • Hot & Cold Soft Drinks
  • Snacks All Day

Onboard Facilities

  • Audio & Video Entertainment
  • Air Conditioned Saloon
  • Sun Deck
  • Sun Loungers
  • Open Air Saloon
  • Indoor Saloon
  • Bar
  • Child Friendly

Photographer Facilities

  • Camera & Photography Station
  • Separate Rinsing Tanks for U/W Camera
  • Camera Table
  • Special Storage for U/W Camera
  • Charging Stations

Caribbean Explorer II Reviews

4.6
Excellent
4 verified reviews
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3.8
Not enough dive sites
The staff and condition of the ship were very nice. I presumed from the island of St. Kitts to the island of St. Maarten that here would be an abundant number of dive sites. Dive sites on 360 degrees of four islands to choose from upon the weather conditions. There was no storms. The weather cooperated very nicely. Unfortunately we did not dive anywhere near or around either St. Maarten or St. Eustatious. This limited us to just two islands. Dove a couple sites multiple times. The boat was nice, staff was nice but the diving fell short of expectations.
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2024-04-23by W. David
4.8
We dove multiple times on the same dive site.
The cabins are a bit cramped. The food was well above average. So far it was the best steak served on a liveaboard that I ate. The boat was only half full which made for a better dinning and diving experience. We dove multiple times on the same dive site. The crew was attentive and fun.
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2022-08-30by K. Vincent
5.0
Great Experience
It was our first true live aboard trip and it truly surpassed our expectations. The boat was well maintained. Our stateroom had enough room for us both. Bed was comfy and we were surprised by the nightly turn down service. Food was way better than we ever imagined and plentiful. The diving was first class. Many different types of diving with live drops, night dives and a wide variety. A very well run, seamless trip that behind the seams was busy for the staff that went out of their way to ensure our experience was over the top. They were a great team !! We would hands down do this trip again without hesitation !!!!
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2021-11-26by S. Randolph