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Marine-park rules, moorings, and the Shark Hotel / Big Mama's Reef listing.
Shark Hotel
Shark Hotel is a reef-shark site with ledges, ridges, and sand channels.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate18.3m - 18.6m
PinnacleReef
Boat access, marine-park moorings, and a shark-heavy reef make Shark Hotel a guided Caribbean dive with real current and plenty of wildlife.
About Shark Hotel
Shark Hotel in Sint Maarten is a boat-dived marine-park reef with ledges, ridges, and sand channels to explore. The site is known for regular shark sightings, and the sandy edges often add stingrays and other reef life to the mix. It suits divers who are comfortable with open-water movement and a deeper, guided Caribbean reef profile.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Use local moorings, keep buoyancy tight around ledges and channels, and plan for current on many days.
Access Restrictions
Marine-park registration is required unless you are diving with a shop.
Legal Notes
Independent divers must register with the marine park and buy a dive tag; private vessels need paperwork and an annual fee.
Where Is Shark Hotel?
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Local Intel For Shark Hotel
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A reef dive around 18 m with ledges and ridges to explore.
Wildlife at Shark Hotel
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Shark Hotel
Access · 4/5Simple entry
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Coral · 4/5Healthy coral
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Aquatic Life · 5/5Exceptional variety
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Facilities · 4/5Good facilities
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Current · 4/5Strong current
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