Saba



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Things To Know

Things To Know

saba is Known for


Being the smallest island in the Caribbean (5 sq miles) and being an island wit no beaches. It is also known for having the world's shortest airport runway.

Language


The official language is Dutch but English

is widely spoken throughout the country.

Weather


Saba has the familiar Caribbean like weather. Summer months average a temp of 88 degrees Fahrenheit while the winter months of Dec-Feb, are just slightly cooler at average of 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Saba's rainy season is between May & September. Areas that have higher altitudes are cooler where slightly warmer clothing may be needed at night.

Entry Requirements

(Saba is municipal of the Netherlands)


The government of the Netherlands requires a passport, it must not be more than 10 years old. It must also still be valid for at least another 3 months when you leave the Netherlands. For official entry requirements, visit the U.S. Travel State website.


Saba is reached by air or ferry via connection from St. Maarten.

Average Vacation pricing


Unlike other Caribbean destinations, Saba's tourism isn't developed with vacation packages. 

Our services would include planning accommodations, transfer and island activities with local travel partners.

**Pricing is estimated only and will vary****

Popular Areas


The island's four main villages:

St. John

The Bottom

Zion's Hill

Windwardside

Our hotel/villa Picks

Our Resort Picks

juliana's hotel
haiku house
poets & painters cottage
cloud break villa

Things To Do

Explore the bottom village

The Bottom is Saba's capitol. You'll find restaurants, bars and a little adventure, exploring the bottom. 

experience Saba's nature

Saba is a nature lover's paradise. With its mountainous terrain Saba offers 20 hiking trails to suit all levels of experience. The ladder and Mount scenery are the most known trails.

Down below, explore Saba's coral reefs and sea life with the Saba Marine park. Angelfish, hawksbill turtles, snapper and more sea life can be seen during dives.

explore Zion's Hill village

This village was formally known as hell's gate until the name was changed to Zion's hill. it's home to the Holy Rosary church and a closed sulfur mine you can explore. This is the first village you'll see coming from the airport. You'll find historical sites and the entry to the Sandy Cruise trail here.

explore St. john village

It's one of the smaller areas on Saba and slower paced as well. St. John offers stunning views mainly of other islands like St. Kitts & Nevis or Montserrat. St. John is the area to relax and take in the beauty of the destination.



experience Saba art, food & culture

Saba isn't a destination destined for tours and excursions, rather its a destination to experience the local happenings. Go to Karaoke, make your own Saba blue t-shirt, go to a wine or rum tasting, visit Saba's museums. Experience a Saba lace workshop, dance studio or art. There's so much to see and experience.

explore windwardside village

In the windwardside village you'll find the island's tourist Bureau, cottages and hotels. Mt Scenery hiking trail begins from this village. This village is the 2nd largest village on the island and the most tourist driven. You can shop for arts & crafts as well.

take part in a festival

Although Saba is not a nightlife type of island, it has its fair share of festivals. The rum & lobster festival is held in November and is a festival of food, and music.

Saba has its own Carnival held at the end of July.

Saba day is a celebration of Saba being apart of the Netherlands, and celebrated on the 1st Friday in Dec.

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