Sport & Activities
Diving
The waters around Saba have been declared a protected marine park in recognition of the unique opportunities for wall diving they present to experienced divers. Visibility varies from 20 to 30m (75 to 100ft) with a water temperature of 30C (86F) in summer, whilst in winter visibility is up to 40m (125ft), with a water temperature of 24C (75F). The fragile coral reefs clinging to the submerged mountain slopes are teeming with colourful grazing fish, preyed on by sharks and barracuda. Giant sea turtles and humpback whales are seasonal visitors. Boats and diving equipment can be rented from dive shops. Qualified dive masters can provide tuition at all levels (beginners are confined to the shallow waters of Fort Bay).
Other
The island’s few other sports facilities include a concrete tennis court at the Sunny Valley Youth Centre in The Bottom and swimming pools at all hotels. There are no beaches. Marked hiking trails lead up to Mount Scenery.
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