Ferry Service Update:
Please note that The Niki V is currently traveling on behalf of the Makana.
Please note that the mid-day trips have temporarily been suspended until the Makana Ferry is operational.
Ticket Holders: Please let us know if you would like to travel at another time or if you would like a full refund.
We sincerely apologize for any inconveniences.
~On behalf of Management, Blues & Blues LTD.
Experience, Adventure, & Island Hopping...
Travel between Saba, Statia and Sint Maarten onboard the Makana ferry. Experience weekly travel for adventures and island hopping!
The 72' Sabre catamaran fast ferry offers you more travel to the places that you want to go! With 2 air-conditioned decks and an open sun deck on the upper floor so you can feel the cool Caribbean wind. Enjoy a refreshing beverage at the bar on board.
Passengers: 150 maximum
Cruising Speed: 23 knots
Travel Times:
Saba-Statia is 45 mins.
Saba-Sint Maarten is 75 mins.
Statia-Sint Maarten is 85 mins.
Operated by: Blues & Blues
Saba C - Transport, N.V. is proud to be local agents for Blues & Blues, LTD., since 2010. They have provided ferry and cargo services for over 30 years in the Caribbean.
"Blues & Blues understands the importance of maritime connectivity for the overall development of island nations and look forward to championing these new routes which will serve to improve regional tourism by increasing access to Saba and Statia."
~ Blues & Blues, Management
Destinations
Fort Bay
Saba
Known as the “Unspoiled Queen”, Saba is a nature lovers dream destination in the Dutch Caribbean.
Saba, although small at only 5 square miles; offers award-winning diving, hiking and nature exploration.
Visit Saba and take a step into a realm of the Caribbean like no other...
Our check-in office is located in the main immigration and customs office in Fort Bay, at the Captain Leo Chance Pier, which is located on the South-Southwest side of the island. It is about a 15-minute taxi ride from just about anywhere on Saba.
Gallow's Bay
Sint Eustatius
Known as the "Golden Rock", Sint Eustatius is an island full of history and heritage.
Statia, has several beaches, including a black sand beach, visit family and friends, visit the museum and Fort.
Visit Statia and hike into the quill, for an out-of-the-world experience...
Local Agent:
ICS Statia
Passion Fruit Road 19a
St. Eustatius
Tel: +599 318 0081
Contact Agent: Makeba Mitchell
Bobby's Marina
Sint Maarten
Located in Philipsburg, Bobby's is within walking distance of Front Street and the Boardwalk.
Taxis are available to take you where you need to go! There are many stores, restaurants hotels nearby.
Need a car?
+1-721-523-4806
Located in the marina.
Local Agent:
ONDOCK
Basket Whelk Shell Dr. #2 C 1.1.
Hope Estate, Sint Maarten
Warehouse Location:
Backstreet #140, Philipsburg
Cell: +1(721) 553-3670/554-8372
Tel.: +1(721) 543-8915
E: clevelandcodringtonondock@gmail.com
Contact Agent : Cleveland Codrington
Click the link to make bookings, you will receive an email from us for details on how to purchase tickets.
A fully integrated booking system is coming soon.
Schedule
Subject to Change
Covid-19 Protocol and Travel Regulations
EHAS Pre-Approved Entry forms are mandatory for Sint Maarten.
Currently, EHAS entry pre-approvals are only required for entry to Sint Maarten. For all additional information, please see below.
Travel Rates
Round Trip
Round Trip Rates | Adults | Children (2-11 yrs. old) |
|---|---|---|
Statia ⇄ Saba | $65.00 | $40.00 |
Saba ⇄ Statia | $65.00 | $40.00 |
Sint Maarten ⇄ Saba | $85.00 | $55.00 |
Saba ⇄ Sint Maarten | $85.00 | $55.00 |
One-Way
One-Way Rates | Adults | Children 2-11 yrs. old |
|---|---|---|
Sint Maarten → Statia | $65.00 | $35.00 |
Statia → Sint Maarten | $65.00 | $35.00 |
Statia → Saba | $40.00 | $25.00 |
Saba → Statia | $40.00 | $25.00 |
Sint Maarten → Saba | $65.00 | $35.00 |
Saba → Sint Maarten | $65.00 | $35.00 |
Departure Taxes
Port | Price |
|---|---|
Saba Departure Tax | $10.00 |
Sint Maarten Departure Tax | $10.00 |
Sint Eustatius Departure Tax | $5.00 |
* Departure Taxes are not included in the travel rates.
**Infants travel for free.
