A well-known white shore nestled in the heart of Aruba, with wind-carved trees and a scenic view of turquoise water. If you are an adventure freak and want to experience the underwater world, then this Aruba submarine tour is for you.
However, some of the most intriguing attractions to be found on the island are just under the sea. The Atlantis Submarines tour in Aruba offers dry diving opportunities to depths of 130 feet, without scuba certification.
There are many tips and tricks for booking and enjoying the Aruba submarine tour, but here are 7 of the most important ones for making the experience a great one:
Here we have highlighted some of the tips for Booking and Enjoying Your Aruba Submarine Tour
- Plan to book your desired dive time
One of the most popular family activities on the island is submarine tours, and the number of seats available on the boat per tour is extremely limited.
Beat the Cruise Crowd: Submarine tour Aruba is a major port of call amongst the cruise ships heading to the Caribbean. In Oranjestad, the seats on the boats quickly become full on days when large boats up-call. Reserving a few days or weeks ahead will give you the right day you want.
- As a group, be sure to review the boat’s operating requirements before booking. Precautions taken on passenger submarines are very rigorous.
- On board age requirements: Minimum Age/Height: 4 years old and 36 inches (90 cm). This allows for some younger guests to move about the ship easily.
- Vertical Ladder Entry: They must climb down the steep 7-step metal vertical ladder through the top hatch to enter the submarine. Toddlers are not allowed, nor are walkers or any wheelchairs.
2 Plan and dress smartly for cabin conditions.
You will miss out on one drop of water on you during the dive; however, selection of clothing can affect the overall dive experience and type of pictures that may be captured.
Wear Dark Colors: Dark colors, black, navy, and dark gray, are better to avoid the bright colors, which can cause glare in your photos. These viewports are thick acrylic and have bright white or neon tees which reflect the internal image onto the scenery below, creating a reflection of your tee over the underwater setting.
- Temperature-controlled submarine cabin
The cabin has full air conditioning and is maintained to a comfortable temperature. For people who are sensitive to the cold air, or going from a tropical climate straight into the air-conditioned environment, you may want to take a light sweater or wrap along with you.
Flat, Non-Slip Shoes: You will walk onto a transfer vessel at the pier to embark on a boat ride to the submarine’s mooring offshore and then onto the outside deck of the submarine.
- Take shots of USA composition rules
You will need to make some minor tweaks to get your pictures sharp and in color when photographing through thick viewport glass at 130 feet below sea level.
Turn Off Your Flash: Do not use a flash within the submarine. This light will reflect straight back at you and your camera’s lens, producing a white glare that is in your face.
Hold the Phone or camera lens as close as possible to the window glass: By keeping the Phone or camera lens as close as possible to the window glass, all the cabin reflections are eliminated.
The solution to correct for ‘blue out’ is that water absorbs Red and Yellow light first, so all the colors at 100+ feet will appear Monochrome blue or green. At the end of the tour, rinse up warm color via editing software, or if shooting with a DSLR, shoot RAW for later correction of white balance.
- Maintain a List of the Shipwrecks Off the Coast of Aruba
Aruba Atlantis Submarine tour is specially designed for its nautical past and barumada feets, which are commonly famous for shipwrecks, coral waving seas, and alive coral fish.
- Historic Shipwrecks: Sail among ships that have now become covered with sponges, tube corals, and nature.
- Sunken Aircraft: Spot airplane “fuselages” that have been deliberately sunk to create a unique, artificial reef for moray eels, lobsters, and schooling snappers.
- Be aware of how to avoid and deal with claustrophobia
Space in Atlantis Submarine Design: The Atlantis Submarine is not a military vessel that you dread entering due to its cramped quarters. It’s part of a large, modern passenger ship featuring circular viewports throughout on either side of the cabin and air conditioning. All sit in front of the action!
The constant natural light of the sun and its brilliance get filtered through the clear Caribbean water, which makes the cabins well lit during the dives.
Keep your focus on the Outside World: If you’re looking out at the sea, and you can see animals swimming, after a while the nerves will fade. When you see what is outside, you’re really occupied.
- Graduate Promptly at Downtown Departure Site
The story aboard the submarine begins before the floating submarine touches the bottom. The tour starts in capital Oranjestad at Atlantis store/downtown Pier, which is housed in the core of Oranjestad right at the main cruise port.
Arrive 30–45 minutes before your tour time to check in at the Window. This time enables you to show your booking voucher, go through check-in, get urine and defecation services, and board the tender boat taking you to the mooring place for the submarine.
Final Thoughts
An Atlantis Tour Submarine Expenditure trip is one of those uncommon journeys that is suitable for young adventurers, parents, and grandparents. Book your seat early, swimmers, surfers, and hot tubbers going into the dressing room and preparing your camera… You are on your way out, not only dealing with setbacks, but you’re having fun while you’re at it!