Bubble Sub:once in a lifetime!

[mr_jones]

Hi,

 

I just wanted to let everyone know what a fantastic time I had on the 'Bubble Sub' when we visited Grand Cayman a few weeks back. It was one of the best experiences I've ever had.

 

It is basically a 2 man submarine with 360 degree viewing. You have your own personal diver 'pilot' who drives from the back of the sub and can talk to you about all the fish and coral you get to see whilst its happening in front of your eyes. It was amazing!!!! The diver/pilot was great - he knew so much about all the marine life and fed a huge grouper called 'Al' so close to us, we could see his scales! We also got to see turtles, stingrays and tarpon all in one 'dive' - how cool is that!

 

It doesnt seem too be well known on this site so thought I'de let you all know. Although it is more expensive than the Atlantis sub, it's a totally different experience as there is only 2 of you per trip and so therefore very personal. The crew were fantastic, and there was a girl shooting a video of the whole thing (she was diving right next to us) so we have our one-off adventure on DVD! Its all soooooo worth the money I cant emphasis it enough.

 

I will never forget my day on and under the waters in Grand Cayman. It really did blow me away! Thought I'de post their website address for you guys to have a look http://www.bubblesub.com. Seriously thinking of learning how to scuba dive now :)

[Nickymjw1]

It looks awesome, however the cost of $400 for 2 people is a little on the high side.

 

Do they have the 1 person personal sub things like they have in the bahamas? Kind of looks like riding a motorcycle but your head is in a bubble.

[KatWI]

Thanks for the amazing review! It's so great to hear from someone who did this excursion...I thought it sounded amazing and it's good to know that it was!

[libertybelle41]

Thanks for the amazing review! It's so great to hear from someone who did this excursion...I thought it sounded amazing and it's good to know that it was!

 

Ditto! I've always wondered about this excursion....Guess I'll need to start saving up.

:)

[travel with kids]

So glad to hear that it is worth it. We have booked through our cruise, but I think is the same company. Thanks for sharing.

[seansmother]

My husband and I also did the bubble sub a few years ago when in Grand Cayman (not on a cruise, so we booked direct); it was fabulous. My husband dives but I don't, so it was a way for both of us to "dive" together. I am a little claustrophibic and was afraid of that, but because the bubble is totally clear, I did not feel afraid at all! Do it, if you can afford it!

[RQINFL]

How long is the actual time in the bubble sub? Thanks.

[jaysue]

Thanks for the info

[Dphipps2]

We just booked this excursion and can't wait. Hubby is a non swimmer so what a great way for him to enjoy the water without actually swimming.

[jaysue]

Please remember to report back

 

We were not able to do this excursion in the Caymans due to scheduling issues by the group offering the excursion

 

Cheers

Jason

[Dphipps2]

I definately will. I'm very excited about it. It's truly the only excursion I MUST do.

[sisocialworker]

we got back from GC a week ago and did the bubble sub.

fantastic....yes pricey, but worth it.

you spend about 20-30 minutes under water, saw sting rays , coral etc. great group of people. bring your own camera as they only do video

 

our 8yo loved it too

here is the pic

[jaysue]

we got back from GC a week ago and did the bubble sub.

fantastic....yes pricey, but worth it.

you spend about 20-30 minutes under water, saw sting rays , coral etc. great group of people. bring your own camera as they only do video

 

our 8yo loved it too

here is the pic

 

Thanks for posting

[Dphipps2]

can't wait to take this excursion. This is really the only one we are excited about.

[Dphipps2]

:( They canceled my excursion because it has been discontinued. Now what will we do????

[jaysue]

:( They canceled my excursion because it has been discontinued. Now what will we do????

 

Did you book directly through the people offering the excurison? Did you get any further info on why the cruise line discountinued it?

 

Thanks

jaysue

[Dphipps2]

We booked through the cruise line. No explination was given other than it was discontinued.

[emd1]

The company that does the Bubblesub has discontinued operations completely. I booked directly with them for last week of June, and I got an email from the owner indicating they were out of business a few weeks ago. No reason as to why this happened...

[jaysue]

The company that does the Bubblesub has discontinued operations completely. I booked directly with them for last week of June, and I got an email from the owner indicating they were out of business a few weeks ago. No reason as to why this happened...

 

Thanks for the info

 

Cheers

jaysue