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Explore the wreck of the historic Titanic in this Ultimate Diving Adventure

Ever since its discovery over two miles down in the cold Atlantic, who hasn’t wished for the opportunity to dive this classic wreck considered in its day to be the epitome of unsinkable opulence and luxury – well now you can.

Your diving adventure is spread over an approximate 12-day period. Starting in St John’s, Newfoundland, where you join our research vessel and meet your fellow divers. Then a 368 mile sea trip to the southeast of Newfoundland brings us to our destination over the wreck of RMS Titanic, resting on the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. You now prepare for your dive in one of our two submersibles to the most famous wreck in the world, over one sixth of a mile long and lying at a depth of 12,500 feet. Upon reaching the Titanic you will gaze in wonder as your submersible circumnavigates the wreck site. See the massive hull, view the bridge and the now famous bow, the grand staircase and the huge propellers.

After your dive relax in our onboard sauna before swapping stories over dinner with your fellow adventurers that evening. The journey back to St John’s continues your adventure where you can enjoy the scientific facilities available on board, attend lectures by our team of acclaimed researchers or just relax with a book from our extensive library on research and diving expeditions.

VITAL INFORMATION

Previous underwater experience is not required. Minimum age for this experience is 18 years. Participants must be in reasonable health and not suffering from heart, respiratory problems, arthritis or claustrophobia. Participants will be required to sign a liability release and waiver form.

PROPOSED ITINERARY

DAY 1:

Arrive St John’s, Newfoundland. Orientation briefing and overnight stay at the Newfoundland Fairmont Hotel.

DAY 2:

Morning departure.

DAY 3 & 4:

Arrive 368 miles SE of Newfoundland over Titanic wreck site.

DAY 5 to 9:

Aboard the scientific research vessel. Non-dive days: Lectures, briefings, research, socializing. Dive Day: Briefing by Expedition Leader followed by deep dive to RMS Titanic. Debriefing, sauna, celebration.

DAY 10:

Depart Titanic dive site.

DAY 11:

At sea.

DAY 12:

Arrive St John’s or St Pierre. Fly home.

SESSION LENGTH

Please allow 14 days for this experience from start to finish.

THE WEATHER

Although weather is not a factor in the running of this experience, severe conditions at the dive site may delay your submersible dive which in turn may add time to the overall length of the experience.

NUMBER OF OTHER PEOPLE

There will be a total of 16 adventurers including you on this experience.

SPECTATORS

This experience is not suitable for spectators. However, there may be space for one or two non-diving participants. Details of this availability can be obtained from our Customer Experience Team at the time of booking.

THE VESSEL

The vessel is a Russian scientific research vessel, 400 feet in length and weighing 6,240 tons. There is a total personnel compliment of 90 including crew, submersible pilots, engineers, technicians, scientists and lecturers. All cabins are centrally heated and air conditioned with outside views.

WHAT TO WEAR?

The research vessel is not a cruise liner and therefore clothing should be casual and functional. A full suggested list of what to wear and bring with you will be supplied in your experience gift pack.

WHEN CAN YOU GO?

This experience normally takes place during the early part of July each year. As there are only 16 diving spaces available early booking is recommended. Bookings are made after receiving your gift pack. Start time will be confirmed once your booking is made.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

Dive to the Titanic. Full accommodation aboard the research vessel with three meals daily. Full use of all onboard facilities. Complimentary first night stay at the Fairmont Newfoundland Hotel in St John’s. Transfer from the hotel to the vessel, video of your submersible dive, onboard lectures, briefings, slide/film shows, baggage handling and other memento gifts.

OTHER INFORMATION

A complete detailed itinerary together with full information pack will be supplied at the time of booking.

PLEASE NOTE

Unless stated otherwise above, this experience is for one person only though there may be other fee paying clients on your experience.

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