Dive-site story
Situated within the Sint Eustatius National Marine Park, Drop Off features a distinct volcanic ledge where shallow shelf coral gives way to a plunging slope. Sponges and soft corals colonize the drop-off edge, while pelagic species cruise by in open water.
Steep volcanic reef ledge covered in barrel sponges and wire coral
Frequent sightings of Caribbean reef sharks patrolling along the drop
Sheltered crevices hosting spiny lobsters and spotted moray eels
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Diving is accessible year-round, with the calmest sea conditions occurring outside the late summer storm window.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caribbean reef sharkCarcharhinus perezi | Common | ||||||||||||
| Hawksbill sea turtleEretmochelys imbricata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Southern stingrayHypanus americanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant barrel spongeXestospongia muta | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted morayGymnothorax moringa | Common |
Marine forecast
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