Due to the steepness of the coastal zone, shore diving is prohibited. All diving must be done with one of Saba’s licensed dive centers. Their expertise contributes to a safe, convenient and informative diving experience. Fortunately, Saba’s dramatic coastline naturally limits coastal development. The quality of the marine environment, resilient reef communities and rich and varied marine life continue to lure divers to Saba’s unspoiled waters.
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The Saba Marine Park
The island’s dive tourism, which started in the early 1980s, introduced SCUBA enthusiasts to the wealth of Saba’s underwater world. Saba Marine Park was established in 1987 with permanent moorings, regulations of use and maintenance and a strong conservation attitude.
Saba’s marine park has received several honors and remains the only park of its kind in the world to be completely self-sufficient in its operation. The park is situated around the entire island and includes the waters and seabed from the highwater mark to a depth of 200 feet, as well as offshore seamounts. A zoning system is applied to get the best possible compromise between different uses of the marine environment.
Saba Marine Park Features
Saba is a dormant volcano that rises steeply from the ocean. Depths of 1,000 feet and more are found within a half-mile from shore. The nearshore environments present some very interesting and extremely varied diving experiences, while the offshore dives will leave you absolutely speechless.

Dive Operators & Charters on Saba
Caribbean Explorer II®, Explorer Ventures Liveaboard Diving Fleet
Explorer Ventures Fleet® has been providing diving on Saba's favorite sites since the marine park first opened in 1987. Their liveaboard vessel, Caribbean Explorer II, is a 115 ft (35m) yacht that is Green Fins sustainability-certified and is well known for its friendly atmosphere, lively crew, and mouthwatering meals.
It offers a 7-night/8-day itinerary between St. Maarten, Saba, and St. Kitts, providing stunning views of the islands from the sea. The package includes comfortable accommodation, meals, snacks, diving services, and up to 5 dives a day (up to 27 throughout the week).
Divers and non-divers can also embark on optional land tours, visiting natural and cultural landmarks, completing this exceptional itinerary. Caribbean Explorer II is an excellent choice for those seeking an immersive underwater experience in Saba. Learn more about Caribbean Explorer II here.
Marine Park Rules
While enjoying the beauty of Saba’s precious waters here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Take only pictures – leave only bubbles!
- Listen to your dive leaders and dive THEIR plan
- Don’t touch the coral, harass the wildlife or remove anything from the Marine Park
- Ensure that you practice excellent buoyancy control
- Don’t feed the fish or leave anything in the Marine Park
- Gloves are not permitted except for holding the line at your 3-minute safety stop
- When photographing, adjust all settings before framing the shot and ensure that you and your equipment do not contact the reef
- The use of light sticks is not permitted as they may be ingested by marine life