Cruise Ship Recommended
You are in port for just one day. Join us at Divi Little Bay Resort for a day of sun, sea and sand... throw is some great activities and you will want to stay in St Maarten. It is a quick and inexpensive cab ride from the cruise ship terminal to Divi Little Bay Resort….and a stroll back through the shops of Phillipsburg would end a perfect day.
Choose from a beach package day, scuba diving, sailing charters, snorkel trips and water sports on the beach.
Scuba Double Tank Dive (2 dives)
St. Maarten is a great dive destination. The outlying wreck and reef sites offer fantastic dives and excellent photo opportunities. Waters are warm and inviting, and the marine life is abundant. Moray eels, turtle and southern stingray are common sightings - and frog fish and jaw fish are a treat to find. Dive Adventures was established in 1990 as part of the large water sports and boat activity center that makes up Aqua Mania Adventures. Exploring the reefs and wrecks around the island offers a unique experience. The choice of dive site is depending on weather and sea conditions, and up to the dive leader in charge. Of course we'll do our best to offer everyone a variety of dive sites during the period they're diving with us! ***DIVE CERTIFICATION CARD REQUIRED*** ** *CHECK IN 8:30AM FOR THE 9AM DIVE* ** Please arrive on time for the briefing. You need to be in good health to dive. Cancellations with refunds accepted 24 hours ahead of time. If you need assistance, call Debby at Aqua Mania at 721-544-2640. DEPARTURE FROM SIMPSON BAY RESORT Our boat departs Monday to Friday at 1pm from our Simpson Bay Resort location. Check in is at 12:45pm. DEPARTURE FROM DIVI Departs 10am and 1pm, Sunday to Friday, from our Divi Little Bay Scuba Shop, and involves a shore dive. Right off the beach at Divi Little Bay. It is a great shallow environment with calm waters. DEPARTURE FROM DOCK MAARTEN (Cruise ship passengers recommended) Depart Dock Maarten for a double dive on the reef sites of Mikes Maze and Proselyte. Please meet at the Aqua Mania office, located at Dock Maarten. This is a short walk from where your cruise docks. After disembarking your cruise ship please proceed out of the port facility and turn left. A short walk down the road you will see Dock Maarten, a marina with a restaurant called Chesterfields and a Cheese Factory. The Aqua Mania office is located next door. This is a dive, retail, and excursion shop with a dive flag outside.
LEARN TO SAIL
A sailing charter to “learn the ropes” is the perfect way to set sail for the day, stop at beaches and enjoy the beauty of St Maarten. Little Poe heads out of Simpson Bay for a Half day of “Discover Sailing”. Let a friendly and experienced instructor show you how things work on a sail boat, teach you some terminology and of course basic sailing.
MOONDANCE SAILING CHARTERS
A sailing charter is the perfect way to appreciate the beauty of St. Maarten. Explore St. Maarten and see some of its beaches and the nearby islands. Enjoy the sun, relax on deck, or be part of the crew. Head off shore and explore St. Maarten on a half-day sailing charter. Moon Dance is a 36’ Catlaina leaves from Simpson Bay on sailing adventures catering to family and friend groups. You can choose to relax on deck and enjoy the beauty of the coastline, or help out and become a part of the crew. You can try your luck fishing with the poles available on board, or use the dinghy to access the shore. Whatever you choose to do during the sail the views are guaranteed to be spectacular! Pack a picnic lunch to bring along and enjoy on deck or choose an easy and delicious meal at the Lolo Shacks. We can also cater lunch on board for you. Make the most of your stay and set sail on a Moon Dance charter!
BEACH DAY AT DIVI LITTLE BAY
Divi Little Bay Resort is a great place to spend the day on St Maarten. The close proximity to the cruise ship pier ensures you can enjoy a relaxing day in tropical bliss, but not too far to get back to the ship. Divi Simple Beach Day Includes: beach chairs and a shared umbrella, snorkel gear Simple Beach Day Directions: Grab a taxi and ask them to drop you at the watersports at Divi Little Bay Resort Divi Deluxe Beach Day Includes: a boat transfer from Dock Maarten to Divi Resort (Dock Maarten is a 5 minute walk from the cruise ship terminal: see directions below), beach chairs and a shared umbrella, snorkel gear, a one hour paddle board or kayak or pedal boat. Deluxe Beach Day Directions: Dock Maarten Please meet at the Aqua Mania office, located at Dock Maarten. This is a short walk from where your cruise docks. After disembarking your cruise ship please proceed out of the port facility and turn left. A short walk down the road you will see Dock Maarten, a marina with a restaurant called Chesterfields and a Cheese Factory. The Aqua Mania office is located next door. This is a dive, retail, and excursion shop with a dive flag outside. At Divi Resort: There are two great restaurants, a deli, shops and of course a long, white, sandy beach for your enjoyment. Take a short stroll up the hill to Fort Amsterdam, a great historic site with gorgeous views of Great Bay and the Cruise Ship Pier. Optional watersports like jetskis and hobie rentals are available. Come relax at Divi Little Bay! If you need assistance, call Debby at Aqua Mania at 721-544-2640.
The 3 Hour Snorkel Adventure
Coastal Cruising for Snorkeling and swimming to Little Bay and Simpson bay Departures from Aqua Mania Adventures at Dock Maarten for a scenic cruise through Great Bay around to Little Bay for snorkeling, then on up the coast to Simpson Bay for a swim and further to Maho to watch the planes.
KAYAK RENTALS
Whether you’re a beginner or have been kayaking before, you’ll enjoy paddling in our bays. Your adventure begins from the Resort, where you’ll launch your kayak to paddle along the coastline. No experience is necessary, and beginning paddlers are welcome! You will have an hour to explore the coastline. You can choose to kayak alone or in tandem with a friend or family member.
JET SKI TOUR
Let our guide take you on an hour long tour. Enjoy the beautiful, scenic coastline, cruise through the Simpson Bay Lagoon, one of the largest inland lagoons in the West Indies, to view mega yachts and sail boats. A stop at St Maarten’s famous airport is the highlight of this trip, where you get the chance to witness a spectacular plane landing or take off! Team up with a friend or go solo. Either way, it's sure to be a great ride. This hour long adventure is perfect for enjoying the scenery and enjoying a water adventure.
Scuba Single Dive (1 dive)
St. Maarten is a great dive destination. The outlying wreck and reef sites offer fantastic dives and excellent photo opportunities. Waters are warm and inviting, and the marine life is abundant. Moray eels, turtle and southern stingray are common sightings - and frog fish and jaw fish are a treat to find. Please arrive on time for the briefing. You need to be in good health to dive. Cancellations with refunds accepted 24 hours ahead of time. If you need assistance, call our office at Aqua Mania at 721-544-2640. DEPARTURE FROM SIMPSON BAY RESORT Our boat departs DAILY at 1:30pm from our Simpson Bay Resort location. Check in is at 1:00pm. DEPARTURE FROM DIVI Departs DAILY at 1:30pm, from our Divi Little Bay Scuba Shop, and involves a shore dive. Right off the beach at Divi Little Bay. It is a great shallow environment with calm waters. Check in 1:00pm DEPARTURE FROM DOCK MAARTEN (Cruise ship passengers recommended) Please meet at the Aqua Mania office, located at Dock Maarten. Check in 1:00pm - Departs 1:30pm Directions This is a short walk from where your cruise docks. After disembarking your cruise ship please proceed out of the port facility and turn left. A short walk down the road you will see Dock Maarten, a marina with a restaurant called Chesterfields and a Cheese Factory. The Aqua Mania office is located next door. This is a dive, retail, and excursion shop with a dive flag outside.
Discover Scuba
The Discover Scuba experience will give you the opportunity to try under the sea and make a real dive on a reef in shallow water. We'll give you a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world. Although it's not a certification course, you can get credit. If you decide to continue diving, this experience can count towards PADI Scuba Diver or Open water Diver certification – putting you a step ahead when you decide to go for it! Please arrive on time for the briefing. You need to be in good health to dive. Cancellations with refunds accepted 24 hours ahead of time. If you need assistance, call Debby at Aqua Mania at 721-544-2640. DEPARTURE FROM SIMPSON BAY RESORT Discover Scuba Diving departs DAILY at 1:30pm from our Simpson Bay Resort location. Check in is at 1:00pm. DEPARTURE FROM DIVI Discover Scuba Diving Departs 1:30pm, DAILY, from our Divi Little Bay Scuba Shop, and involves a shore dive. It is a great shallow environment with calm waters. Check in 1:00pm DEPARTURE FROM DOCK MAARTEN (Cruise ship passengers recommended) Please meet at the Aqua Mania office, located at Dock Maarten. Check in 1:00pm - Departs 1:30pm Directions This is a short walk from where your cruise docks. After disembarking your cruise ship please proceed out of the port facility and turn left. A short walk down the road you will see Dock Maarten, a marina with a restaurant called Chesterfields and a Cheese Factory. The Aqua Mania office is located next door. This is a dive, retail, and excursion shop with a dive flag outside. Check in 1:00pm