Chartering in Saba from 50,000 euros per week makes the Caribbean’s most exclusive volcanic dive destination accessible aboard a compact crewed yacht. Three yachts in the Caribbean at this price point offer the agility and range to reach Saba from St Maarten and anchor at Fort Bay, which is more accessible in a smaller vessel that requires less holding ground. Saba’s diving is equally spectacular from a 30 metre yacht as from a 60 metre superyacht: Diamond Rock, the Pinnacles and Tent Reef do not discriminate by vessel size.nnAt this price point the emphasis is entirely on the destination and the diving. Vessels in the 30 to 36 metre range carry professional crews of three to four, dive equipment for up to eight guests and the range for inter-island passages through the Dutch Caribbean. The Saba Bank is accessible by tender and the marine park sites are all within easy reach of Fort Bay.nnThe 50,000 euro weekly rate covers vessel hire and crew. An Advance Provisioning Allowance of approximately 15,000 euros covers fuel for the St Maarten to Saba crossing and onward passages, provisioning, port fees and marine park contributions. Caribbean season from December to April is when the anchorage at Fort Bay is most settled. Book at least three months in advance as the three yachts at this level fill quickly during high season.nnSaba is 45 minutes from St Maarten. Fort Bay provides the anchorage, port of entry and dive base on the southwest coast. Diamond Rock offshore is the first dive, easy and dramatic. The Pinnacles follow on subsequent mornings when conditions are favourable. Tent Reef and Man of War Shoals extend the programme for mixed experience groups. The Saba Bank is accessible on a calm day by the tender. Sint Eustatius lies 45 minutes southeast for a second island in the week. St Maarten returns the circuit to departure point.
