St Eustatius/Statia, Dutch Caribbean
July 11-18, 2026
Upscale: Golden Rock Nature Resort and Diving
We are staying at the new and upscale nature resort. Think about this as scuba diving in the morning and a nature resort stay in the afternoon. This is one of the best destinations in years if you are bringing a non-diving companion.
Important: You must buy your own airfare to St Kitts (SKB) – the earlier the better – the signup deposit is kept low to not stress your funds. American Airlines has a flight from MIA
Statia, as the island is popularly called offers divers an unparalleled yet pocket-sized perception. Ancient shipwrecks, pristine coral reefs, and an amazing assortment of fish and turtles.
The entire range of attractions lies between 40 and 130 feet below sea level. Even at this depth, visibility is typically 80 to 100 feet. The constant sea temperature averaging 82 degrees and sunny climate help to make diving in every season especially pleasant. Wearing a thin wetsuit or shorty is generally enough. 
Since St Eustatius (Statia) is a tropical island in the Caribbean Sea, it is no surprise that the enticing warm waters provide excellent opportunities for water sports, such as diving, boating, and fishing. In fact, the entire island is surrounded by a marine park, which stretches from water level to 100ft below the surface, all packed with an amazing abundance of aquatic life.
The island is also a haven for nature enthusiasts. It is easy to get around the eight-square-mile land area of St Eustatius, and many people take the opportunity to go hiking when here. The undisturbed interior offers excellent birding, and there are many well-marked paths that are lovingly maintained by the St Eustatius National Parks Foundation. Our hotel is located right in the middle of this
St Eustatius is also a premier spot for hiking, due in part to the 2,000ft dormant volcano, known as the Quill. The Quill is a mountainous rainforest with a volcano summit. The Boven National Park is also famed for its stunning views of nearby St Maarten Island, about 68 miles to the North. The crater of the Quill provides excellent birding opportunities, with rare species such as the Red Necked Pigeon and the Purple Throated Carib (hummingbird) regularly spotted.
This trip will only hold 16 people.
Price is $3,000 which includes the following:
· 5 days 2 tank boat dive, Statia Divers
· Accommodations at The Golden Rock Resort, 7 nights, 1 bedroom Cottage or Deluxe Room
· Breakfast
· 3 Island Tours
· Tanks & Weights
· Transfers from hotel to dive shop and back
· Hotel Taxes & Diving Tips
· Private Boat Charter from St Kitts to and from Statia
· Resort Amenities: pools, trails, Pickle Ball, Gym
LINKS:
· For more information on the island please visit: www.statia-tourism.com
· Please view the Hotel: www.goldenrockresort.com
· You will be diving with Statia Divers: www.goldenrockresort.com/diving/statia-divers
· USA photo gallery (2016): usadiveclub.org/Photos
Not Included:
· Park Fee, $30
· Lunch & Dinner - There are many local restaurants. It will be nice to experience their local dishes
Info: VP of Over Seas diving: Nils Jacobsen - overseasdiving@usadiveclub.org
Click here for the trip flyer in pdf format
Click here for the Signup form
