A simple way to breathe underwater

SNUBA Sint Maarten: A Beginner-Friendly Underwater Adventure

Discover the Caribbean below the surface without scuba certification or a heavy tank on your back. Eligible beginners age 8 and older learn in shallow water with a professional guide on every departure.

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Colorful clear-water SNUBA guest encounter in Sint Maarten

What makes SNUBA different?

No scuba certification

Eligible first-timers can participate after a clear briefing and supervised practice.

Air from the surface

A lightweight hose connects you to the floating air supply, so there is no tank to carry on your back.

Guide beside you

Your certified SNUBA guide remains with you throughout the underwater experience.

How a SNUBA day unfolds

1. Meet at Bobby’s MarinaDirections arrive with your booking confirmation.
2. Learn in simple stepsMeet the team, hear the briefing and practice breathing comfortably in shallow water.
3. Explore the CaribbeanEnjoy the marine environment encountered that day at a guided pace.

SNUBA SXM, by boat

SNUBA SXM operates from Bobby’s Marina in Philipsburg. The Overtaker is set up for a comfortable day on the water, with maintained equipment and room for the group.

Meet Overtaker, the SNUBA SXM boat.

Planning your visit

Visiting by cruise ship?

See cruise-visitor information and compare current tour times with your ship’s all-aboard time.

Staying on the island?

See island-guest information for vacation-day planning.

Traveling with snorkelers?

Explore mixed SNUBA and snorkeling options.

Ready to take your first breaths underwater?

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