Clean, unhurried and unspoiled. Discover the beautiful island of St. Eustatius, affectionately known as Statia, the Golden Rock. Named for it’s lively trade of weapons during the end of the 18th century, yielding the island vast amounts of gold from all seafaring nations.
Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493, the island has changed hands over 20 times. It’s rich history includes being the first nation to officially recognize the brand-new United States of America. Visitors to Statia can discover history both above and below the water.
Guests will enjoy unspoiled nature on a hike of The Quill. At the highest point the view of the neighboring islands is phenomenal. Then comes the descent into the crater. Here, giant trees and colorful flowers grow in a world all their own.
Divers discover rare biodiversity, exploring eight different ecosystems that are completely intact. Diving on Statia is an unparalleled yet pocket-sized experience, ancient shipwrecks, pristine coral reefs, and an amazing assortment of fish and turtles. All concentrated in a carefully protected area of thirty square kilometers. Three certified diving schools guide you through the 36 richly varied dive sites.