Diving offers unique views of the coral reefs and shipwrecks. Over 40 dive sites are presently available around the island. Creole Rock and Proselyte are the most famous sites, the former known for its easy access, the latter for the incredible beauty of coral and sponge covered walls, of corridors among the coral blocks where encrusted cannons and anchors from an 1801 wreck can be admired. Other more secluded spots provide the pleasant sensation of new discovery.

There are several scuba diving operations on the island. Certified divers can rent equipment or participate in guided boat dives: wrecks, reefs, night dives, drift dives. One-tank boat dives usually run around $45 including equipment. Several dive operators also offer resort courses to vacationers who don't want to miss out on the opportunity to experience scuba diving.

Consider taking the certification course at home and doing the open water dives in the warmth of the Caribbean. A referral from your instructor is all it takes. There are several PADI and NAUI instructors on the island.

Don't miss the opportunity to dive Saba during your visit.

Dawn Beach is well known as the best snorkeling site on the island (you may get your snorkel equipment at Busby's Beach Bar), followed by Baie Rouge and Maho. Pinel Island also offers some great snorkeling. You can take the ferry that runs from French Cul de Sac to Pinel Island. The Ferry begins operations early in the morning and continues during the entire day, The cost is approximately $5.00 per person, round-trip.