

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Saba Tugboat Wreck is a multi-faceted dive site featuring a healthy reef with a steep slope and an artificial reef structure. The small tugboat wreck lies on its side at a depth of 5 metres, providing an ideal location for safety stops. The vessel's wheelhouse, detached during a 2010 storm, rests in the sand nearby. The surrounding reef is characterised by a mix of soft and hard corals, including colonies of staghorn coral. Accessible only by boat, the site offers depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres with an average of 10 metres. Divers should be aware of moderate currents and potential strong current conditions.
12.08035, -68.88967
Due to recreational and commercial boat traffic, an inflated surface marker buoy is mandatory.
The site is only accessible by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
17-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is rated for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the site.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallow wreck at 5 metres may be accessible for snorkelling depending on conditions.
Water temperatures range from 26C to 30C throughout the year.
Diving at Saba Tugboat Wreck in Willemstad requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Saba Tugboat Wreck in Willemstad. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.