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Marine-park rules, moorings, and the Shark Hotel / Big Mama's Reef listing.
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Shark Hotel
Shark Hotel is a reef-shark site with ledges, ridges, and sand channels.
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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.
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Research Estimate At Shark Hotel
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Shark Hotel?
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Shark Hotel Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
18.3m - 18.6m
Depth Note
Reef described around 60 ft/18 m with ledges and ridges; conservative max set to 18.6 m.
Best Season
November to May
Typical Conditions
Boat dive in a marine-park mooring zone with ledges, ridges, sand channels, and drift potential.
Safety & Access At Shark Hotel
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
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.
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.
Recent Logged Visits At Shark Hotel
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Shark Hotel
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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