Netherlands

The Bottom

The Bottom - photo 1

Photo by Jakub Żerdzicki on Unsplash.

The Bottom is a small coastal area on the island of Saba in the Dutch Caribbean. It lies on the leeward side of the island and offers straightforward access to dive sites around Saba’s southeast coast. The area is best known for its macro-rich reef habitats and clear water conditions typical of this region, with local dive centers operating from nearby towns on Saba to support shore entries and boat dives to nearby sites. While The Bottom itself is a quiet coastal area, divers typically use nearby access points on Saba for shoreline entries and drift dives, depending on weather and sea state. Overall, this locale serves as a gateway to Saba’s subtropical reef and pelagic encounters rather than a standalone, high-density dive hub.

Essential information for traveling in Netherlands

About Netherlands

Sea
North Sea, Caribbean Sea, La Manche and North A...
Timezone
America/Kralendijk
Languages
NL
Demonym
Dutch
Phone prefix
+31

Practicalities

Currency
EUR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
AMS RTM EIN GRQ MAA

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around The Bottom

Nearby Dive Sites (8)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around The Bottom

The best time to dive in The Bottom

The best months to dive in The Bottom are from October to December. Temperatures are confortable (25-27°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
25 °C 28 °C 6/10
02 - Feb.
24 °C 27 °C 5/10
03 - Mar.
25 °C 27 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
25 °C 27 °C 5/10
05 - May
25 °C 28 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
26 °C 28 °C 5/10
07 - Jul.
26 °C 28 °C 5/10
08 - Aug.
27 °C 29 °C 5/10
09 - Sept.
27 °C 30 °C 5/10
10 - Oct.
27 °C 30 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
26 °C 29 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
25 °C 28 °C 6/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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