Plongée à Saba — Netherlands

Saba rises from the sea as steeply below the surface as above — volcanic pinnacles covered in massive sponges and healthy corals plunge into deep blue. The Saba Marine Park's 30+ moored sites are virtually uncrowded, and the surrounding Saba Bank (the largest submarine atoll in the Atlantic) delivers shark encounters that surprise even veteran Caribbean divers.

Score
56.3
Visibilité
18–40m
Température
26–29°C
Meilleurs mois
December, January, February
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Saba
NetherlandsCaribbean
56.3

SCORE

17.6350°N

-63.2372°E

Saba rises from the sea as steeply below the surface as above — volcanic pinnacles covered in massive sponges and healthy corals plunge into deep blue. The Saba Marine Park's 30+ moored sites are virtually uncrowded, and the surrounding Saba Bank (the largest submarine atoll in the Atlantic) delivers shark encounters that surprise even veteran Caribbean divers.

The Caribbean's Unspoiled Volcanic Seamount

Visibility18–40 m
Temperature26–29°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$100
Best MonthsDecember, January, February, March
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML19.0CH31.0VIS87.0SV46.0TMP73.0DA62.0OP78.0TS66.0GT68.0VAL54.0CRD89.0SP57.0

Marine Life

19.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
16
Megafauna Encounters
0
Reef Fish Abundance
58
Macro Life
0
Endemic Species
25
Marine Life Diversity
19.0
Coral & Reef Health
31.0
Visibility & Conditions
87.0
Dive Site Variety
46.0
Water Temperature
73.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
78.0
Topside Experience
66.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
54.0
Crowding
89.0
Social Proof
57.0

Key Species

Dive Types

shorepelagic

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

Mount Scenery hike (highest point in Netherlands)The Bottom village walktide pool explorationbirdwatching

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Harry L. Johnson Museum
  • The Bottom (charming village)
  • Holy Rosary Church

Non-Diver Score

6/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber50 km — St. Maarten Medical Center Hyperbaric Chamber
Nearest Hospital2 km

Small hospital on Saba; chamber on Sint Maarten (short flight or helicopter); air ambulance available

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Sea Saba Dive Center

PADI

4.8
210 reviewsNITROX

Saba Divers

SSI

4.7
180 reviewsNITROX