Joined In Feb 2023
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I would give more stars if possible! Could not have had a better experience. The dives were fantastic and the whole team was incredibly helpful for two intermediate divers new to Statia. They have a smooth well thought out program focused on safety while remaining flexible. The reef is gushing with life from pelagic down to extensive cleaning stations. Some dives were so filled with critters it was hard to keep up and see everything. We are so thankful for the opportunity to dive and spend time with Ciara, Gary, Vitoria, Sarah and Dave who are all professionals focused on diving. When we return in the future we will definitely be diving with Golden Rock again!
If I could, I'd give more than five stars! Had the best experience possible. The dives were excellent, and the entire team went above and beyond to assist two intermediate divers who were new to Statia. They have a well-organized, flexible program that is centered on safety. From pelagic fish to extensive cleaning stations, the reef is teeming with life. Some dives included a mind-blowing diversity of fish, shrimp and critters that it was challenging at times to keep up with and observe everything. We are incredibly grateful for the chance to dive and spend time with diving pros like Ciara, Gary, Vitoria, Sarah, and Dave. We will most sure dive with Golden Rock once more when we come back.
A Quick Critter List:
A parade of turtles during the day and sleepy turtles at night
So many lobsters on every dive (need more butter)
At least six eagle ray drivebys
Four or five shark flybys
Barracuda and stingrays
Pipefish (ask Gary)
Blue seas lugs
Flamingo tongues
Arrow crabs, and so many different kinds of cleaner shrimp
Octopus during the day and night
Blennies (ask Sarah)
Jawfish (ask Vitoria)
Coral is in good shape
Lionfish are hard to find which is epic - via