In 1987 the government was wise enough to protect these resources by creating the Saba National Marine Park, "with the objective to preserve and manage Saba's marine resources."

The park surrounds the island from high water to a depth of 200 feet. It is divided into various areas for recreational and commercial uses. There is a system of mooring bouys that keep dive boats from having to drop anchors on the fragile reefs.

The park raises money through a $3 fee charged for every dive, souvenirs and donations. It is one of the few self-sustaining marine parks anywhere.