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Tent Reef Deep
Tent Reef Deep is a short-boat Saba reef dive with mild currents.
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Plan a five-minute harbor run to a deeper patch reef with mild currents, swim-throughs, and enough structure for day or night diving.
About Tent Reef Deep
Tent Reef Deep is a short-boat dive at the deeper end of Saba’s Tent Reef system, where a small patch reef and swim-throughs mix with steep coral outcroppings and sand channels. The site is known for yellowtail snapper, Creole wrasse, garden eels, stingrays, and the occasional barracuda or octopus, making it a compact but rewarding structure dive.
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Research Estimate At Tent Reef Deep
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 24m
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
Where Is Tent Reef Deep?
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Tent Reef Deep Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
23m - 38m
Depth Note
Mooring is around 23m / 70ft and the site reaches roughly 38m / 120ft at maximum depth.
Best Season
Year-round; December through May is usually the clearest and calmest window.
Typical Conditions
A small reef site with mild currents, good structure, and the option for daytime or night diving.
Safety & Access At Tent Reef Deep
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight through the swim-throughs and watch the overhangs and ledges as the site drops away quickly.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; use the Fort Bay harbor operator and follow the mooring and park briefing.
Legal Notes
Saba National Marine Park rules apply; use the mooring and follow guide instructions around the reef and wildlife.
Local Intel For Tent Reef Deep
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A short-boat structure dive with patch-reef terrain, swim-throughs, and a good mix of reef and macro life.
Freediving
Not the normal choice for freediving, though the broader Tent Reef system includes shallower sections than the deep patch reef.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel-first site; the interesting structure sits below the surface, though the broader Tent Reef area includes shallower reef zones.
Wildlife at Tent Reef Deep
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Tent Reef Deep
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Tent Reef Deep
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility24m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
