The Island Above the Clouds
Rainforest Peaks, Untouched Reefs & Slow Island Time
There’s a reason Saba is called the “Unspoiled Queen” of the Caribbean. Rising steeply from the sea in dramatic green cliffs, this five-square-mile volcanic gem is unlike anywhere else in the region. No cruise ships. No crowds. No beaches—just mountain air, rainforest trails, and pristine diving in waters protected for over three decades.

With BlueBound Travel, you’ll explore both the depths of Saba Marine Park and the peaks of Mount Scenery, in a trip that blends world-class diving with mountaintop serenity. You’ll stay at Juliana’s Hotel, perched above the sea in the village of Windwardside. It’s peaceful, personal, and surrounded by gardens, hummingbirds, and endless ocean views.

Your diving is done by boat—Saba has no shore diving, which means every dive takes you into untouched reef systems, deep-sea pinnacles, and currents alive with life. Sites like Third Encounter and Man o’ War Shoals offer towering underwater landscapes and pelagic surprises, while Tent Reef Wall reveals coral fans, frogfish, and stunning drop-offs just minutes from shore.
And when the diving ends by midday, the adventure is just beginning. We’ll fill your week with gentle hikes, local cuisine, sunset cocktails, and quiet time in a place that feels beautifully disconnected from the world.

What It’s Like to Dive Saba with BlueBound
You wake up with the clouds brushing the mountaintop outside your veranda. After a fresh homemade breakfast at Tropics Café, you hop into a truck for the scenic 20-minute drive down to the harbor. Your dive boat is small and welcoming, just like the island.

Your first dive might be Third Encounter, a deep pinnacle teeming with life. Reef sharks cruise the edges, schools of jacks shimmer above, and the open blue is never far away. On the way back, you surface near Man o’ War Shoals, with brilliant sponges and swirling currents to keep you on your fins.

By early afternoon, you’re back in Windwardside. Maybe today you take a walk to the Saba Trail Shop, or hike the Mount Scenery trail, where clouds roll in like slow-moving mist through ancient trees. Or maybe you stay poolside with a cold drink, letting the quiet of the island sink in.
Dinner might be a group night at Chez Bubba, with grilled lionfish and Caribbean spice, or something simpler—Swinging Doors, where the beer is cold and the laughter carries across the patio.

• Sunk as an artificial reef in 2003, the Charles Brown is a 327 foot (100m) long cable-laying vessel, and one of the island's most popular dives.

• Saba offers year-round diving with seasonal differences in water temperature and surface conditions. The water temperature varies between 26C and 28C (77F-84F).

• Saba has crystal-clear waters and visibility up to 150 feet.

• As you'd expect from a volcanic island, underwater structures and seamounts offer amazing views.

• The hiking on Saba is as striking as the diving.

• Daily breakfast at Tropics Cafe

• Free Wine hour from 4 - 5 at the Tipsy Goat​​ (except Mondays)

• Complimentary Internet Access (1 device per person)

• Daily maid service

This trip is limited to 12–16 guests, accompanied by one or more BlueBound guides for personal attention and group cohesion.

Fly into Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) on Sint Maarten. From there, you’ll either take a 12-minute flight on Winair or a 90-minute ferry ride to Saba. We’ll help you book the transfer that suits you best.

A minimum of an Open Water certification is required. Some sites are better suited for divers with an Advanced Open Water certification or experience in deeper currents, but guides will choose sites based on the group’s comfort level.

10 scheduled boat dives across 5 days. Saba has no shore diving, so all dives are boat-based and professionally guided. Dive gear rental is available at the dive shop, but advance notice is required.

Juliana’s is a boutique-style hillside hotel with unique rooms and cottages. It’s quiet, locally owned, and nestled in Windwardside—walking distance to shops, restaurants, and rainforest trails. Room types vary and will be confirmed individually.

Daily breakfast is included. Group dinner reservations will be arranged most evenings at Saba’s top restaurants, and you’re free to join or explore on your own. Lunches are not included but can be enjoyed at Tropics or other cafes in Windwardside.

Yes! This trip is ideal for non-divers who love nature, hiking, photography, and culture. Saba’s mountain charm and peaceful pace make it just as appealing topside.

Some hikes and dive entries may involve moderate exertion. Trails are well-maintained, but since Saba is a mountainous island, stairs and inclines are common. Good mobility is recommended.