Saudi Arabia's exclusive private island getaway in the Red Sea. Arrive by tender to Saba Beach — pristine coral reefs, ATV trails across the island's rugged interior, and beachside cabanas built for cruise-only visitors.
Ships anchor offshore; all passengers reach Saba Beach via tender — a smooth 10-minute ride.
💡 Pro move: The island is exclusively for cruise passengers — no independent day visitors. Initial capacity is around 2,000 guests, with plans to expand toward 3,000.
No pier exists yet; all arrivals are by tender from the anchored ship.
| Cruise Line | Typical Berth / Arrival | Dock or Tender |
|---|---|---|
| Aroya Cruises | Saba Beach tender landing, Jabal Al-Sabaya Island📍 | Tendered |
| Other cruise lines (seasonal) | Saba Beach tender landing📍 | Tendered |
The island is purpose-built for cruise day visits — all activities are on or around Saba Beach.
Gear up and wade straight from Saba Beach into crystal-clear water over pristine coral gardens. The reefs here see minimal human traffic, so fish are plentiful and corals vibrant.
Book snorkeling gear on board →Aroya's 30-minute guided ATV excursion takes you across the island's rugged interior to elevated viewpoints with sweeping Red Sea panoramas.
Book ATV tours on board →Rent one of 25 private beachside cabanas for up to four guests. Includes personalized service, non-alcoholic cocktails, snacks, and a changing area.
Reserve a cabana on board →Single and double kayaks plus pedalo boats for up to four people are available for hourly rental along the calm beach shallows.
Rent kayaks at the beach →The island has no town or roads — exploration is along Saba Beach and the surrounding shoreline.
Walk the full length of Saba Beach from the tender landing to the far end of the beach zone. You'll pass sunbed areas, the shisha lounge, juice bar, and activity stations.
📍 Open in MapsClimate normals for Jabal Al-Sabaya Island, Red Sea, Saudi Arabia (2014–2023 averages). Pack for the month you sail — highs, lows, and how many rainy days to expect.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainy Days | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 81°F / 27°C | 77°F / 25°C | 3 | 6:51 AM | 5:59 PM |
| Feb | 82°F / 28°C | 77°F / 25°C | 1 | 6:44 AM | 6:16 PM |
| Mar | 84°F / 29°C | 79°F / 26°C | 1 | 6:25 AM | 6:26 PM |
| Apr | 87°F / 31°C | 82°F / 28°C | 1 | 6:00 AM | 6:32 PM |
| May | 91°F / 33°C | 86°F / 30°C | 0 | 5:42 AM | 6:42 PM |
| Jun | 92°F / 33°C | 87°F / 31°C | 0 | 5:39 AM | 6:53 PM |
| Jul | 92°F / 33°C | 87°F / 31°C | 0 | 5:47 AM | 6:56 PM |
| Aug | 92°F / 33°C | 87°F / 31°C | 1 | 5:57 AM | 6:43 PM |
| Sep | 92°F / 33°C | 87°F / 31°C | 0 | 6:02 AM | 6:18 PM |
| Oct | 90°F / 32°C | 85°F / 29°C | 2 | 6:08 AM | 5:53 PM |
| Nov | 87°F / 31°C | 82°F / 28°C | 4 | 6:23 AM | 5:39 PM |
| Dec | 84°F / 29°C | 79°F / 26°C | 4 | 6:41 AM | 5:43 PM |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 (10-yr daily averages)
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