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St. Martin & the Leeward Islands: Advanced Scuba & Sailing

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Program Overview

Set sail for an unforgettable summer adventure aboard a catamaran in the Caribbean! This 12-day advanced diving program blends scuba diving, sailing, and exploration. Participants can earn the PADI Advanced Open Water and Rescue Diver certifications and several specialties while discovering breathtaking islands like Saba, St. Barts, and Ile Fourche. Dive into vibrant reefs teeming with marine life, learn sailing skills, and tackle hands-on rescue training—all while embracing the camaraderie of life at sea. From exploring charming towns and serene beaches to hiking for panoramic sunset views, every moment is packed with excitement, discovery, and growth.

Participants must have their PADI Open Water (or equivalent) certification.

We are offering two sessions of this trip for summer 2026 (while space lasts):
June 20 - July 1, 2026
August 3 - August 14, 2026

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Program Highlights

See the Leeward Islands on the water, underwater, and on land.
Earn AOW, Rescue Diver, and PADI specialties.
Enjoy water sports, hiking, community service, and more!
Dive Saba’s more advanced sites like Twilight Zone, Tedran Reef, and Diamond Rock.
Complete the necessary skills to earn your EFR and Rescue Diver certifications off the coast of St. Barts.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Welcome Dinner
Group Meals
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Required Equipment
Guide / Chaperone
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
In-Country Orientation
Training
Micro-Credential(s) / Certification(s)
Textbooks / Reading Materials
Course Materials
Certificate of Completion

Program Details

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Locations

  • Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
  • Gustavia, St. Barts
  • Saba

Types & Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Sailing
  • Scuba
  • Focus Areas
  • Experiential Learning
  • Outdoor Education

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2027

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

14-17

Duration

  • 2-4 Weeks
  • Summer

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Adrian TurnerUnited States · October 2026

BEST TRIP EVER

This 12-day Broadreach voyage was hands-down the most elective, life-changing adventure I’ve ever had. From the second you step onto the catamaran in St. Martin, you aren't treated like a tourist—you are part of a real crew, hoisting sails and navigating the Leeward Islands. The diving is absolutely world-class; dropping into the deep blue at Saba to explore legendary underwater pinnacles like Diamond Rock felt like entering another planet. Over just 12 days, the growth you experience is wild, taking you all the way through your PADI Advanced and Rescue Diver certifications with instructors who are incredibly professional, encouraging, and safe. But what really makes this trip unbeatable is the liveaboard lifestyle—waking up to Caribbean sunrises, cooking together on deck, and stargazing every night with a group of strangers who instantly become your lifelong best friends. If you want cool summer that gets action packed this trip is for you.

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Sydney Harned is a student at the University of Miami majoring in marine science and biology. She grew up in Dallas, Texas, but fell in love with the ...

I’d always had a hunch that I wanted to go on to get my Divemaster certification, and after diving the past two summers with broadreach I knew that Scuba was something I was passionate about and wanted to incorporate into my career. I chose the Divemaster Internship program over other Divemaster programs because the internship portion gives you the chance to work with real open water students and deal with real situations underwater. 

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