

Best for beginner divers, 1-27m, boat entry, mild current.
Cove Bay in the Saba Marine Park features a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures. This site is suitable for beginner divers, with depths ranging from 1 to 27 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. The environment offers mild currents and visibility typically between 18 and 30 metres. Divers should be aware of sharp coral and rock edges throughout the area. Access is strictly by boat, and independent entry is not permitted. Facilities available through local operators include equipment rental, air fills, and rinse stations. A typical dive lasts 50 minutes, and all divers must possess a valid Saba Marine Park dive tag.
17.64102, -63.22007
Book a boat with one of the Saba Marine Park operators, as this is a boat-entry site only and independent access is not an option. The park requires a dive tag, so confirm your operator has arranged this before you head out.
Accessible via boat from Fort Bay Harbor.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 27m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with most of the reef terrain located within a comfortable depth range and mild current conditions.
The site ranges from 1 to 27 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Cove Bay is a boat-entry site only. You must book a boat charter with a Saba Marine Park operator to access the location.
Water temperatures range from 27C to 30C throughout the year, with the warmest temperatures occurring in September and October.
Divers should take care around sharp coral and rock edges present throughout the site.
Diving at Cove Bay in The Bottom requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Cove Bay in The Bottom. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cove Bay in The Bottom. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Cove Bay in The Bottom are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.