Saba

Saba is an island in the Caribbean within the Netherlands, formed from an extinct volcanic cone. The terrain rises steeply from the sea and forms a green mountain peak with no flat shores or sandy beaches.

Europeans discovered the island in the late 15th century, after which ownership changed over centuries. In 2010 the territory became a special municipality within the Dutch kingdom with new legal structures.

The name comes from the Taino word for rock, describing the rugged landscape. Local houses show white roofs with green shutters, a building style that adapts to the steep slopes.

A small airport sits on a narrow plateau, while ferry connections to Saint Martin take about ninety minutes. Hiking trails lead through dense forest to the summit, where proper footwear and enough water are important.

The airport runway ends on both sides with steep cliffs falling into the sea. Divers seek the surrounding waters to see underwater pinnacles and schools of tropical fish.

Location: Netherlands

Location: Kingdom of the Netherlands

Inception: October 10, 2010

Capital city: The Bottom

Reference: OLS

Operator: Openbaar Lichaam Saba

Part of: Caribbean Netherlands, Leeward Islands, Lesser Antilles, Caribbean

Website: https://sabagov.com

GPS coordinates: 17.63250,-63.23750

Latest update: December 15, 2025 07:50