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Originally Posted by cole
On the dutch side in the harbour, there are some old wrecks with cannons to view, but the current is terrible---poor diving and dangerous. On the French side not a hell of a lot to see but lots of sea urchins eating the coral that is there which is not much to see. If you are determined to go there-----best to fly to Angilla ( cost about $50 each way-or by boat 30 min ride and much cheaper0 Diving is great there---just remember the rule about flying after diving----I forgot but the flight was about 800 feet only after I told the pilot--nice guy.
Cole
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Although the currents in that part of the Caribbean are variable (peaking at the terrible), they are much more commonly favorable. However, I would still agree with the assessment that Sint Maarten is hardly a dive destination. Nevertheless, if Sint Maarten and/or St. Martin are the base of exploration, then day-trips to neighboring islands will prove very rewarding.
Jumping the ferry to Anguilla from Marigot (St. Martin) is terrific for beaches (some of the best in the world) and perhaps a dive on a Spanish Galeon. Talking a dive shop into taking you to the rocks off of St. Barth's (named after Christopher Columbus' brother) is also a great diversion. Day-trips to Saba with its magnificent pinnacles (air or boat) or Sint Eustatius with its historic and modern wrecks (only by air from Sint Maarten at this time) provide some superb dive opportunities.
Enjoy!