Exploring the Caribbean Sea aboard a mega yacht with a focus on extreme tourism and submersibles offers a wide range of thrilling and unique experiences both above and below the water’s surface.
Vessel Expedition Itinerary
Day 1: Departure from Miami, Florida
- Guests board the luxury mega yacht in Miami, Florida.
- Welcome reception and expedition briefing.
- Departure for La Riviera Maya, Mexico.
Day 2-3: Diving in Underwater Cenotes
- Explore the underwater cenotes of La Riviera Maya.
- Dive into cave systems flooded with crystal-clear waters.
- Experience the unique combination of cave exploration and underwater beauty.
Day 4-6: Deep Sea Fishing
- Head into open seas in search of deep-sea fishing species.
- Compete against marlin, swordfish, tuna, and more in thrilling fishing adventures.
Day 7-9: Swimming with Hammerhead Sharks
- Travel to the Galapagos Islands for an awe-inspiring experience.
- Swim with majestic whale sharks and appreciate marine life up close with respect.
Day 10-11: Deep Coral Wall Diving
- Explore impressive coral walls that descend to considerable depths.
- Diving opportunities in the Cayman Islands and Turks and Caicos Islands.
Day 12-14: Underwater Cavern Exploration
- Discover the mysterious and fascinating world of underwater caverns.
- Explore cave systems in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula and Blue Hole in Belize.
Day 15-16: Kiteboarding in the Windy Islands
- Experience the thrill of kiteboarding in destinations with high winds such as Aruba and Bonaire.
- Ride the waves powered by a kite.
Day 17-18: Extreme Water Skiing and Wakeboarding
- Seek adrenaline-pumping experiences with extreme waterskiing and wakeboarding.
- Enjoy these activities in challenging waters around Caribbean islands.
Day 19-21: Trench Exploration
- Explore deep underwater trenches in the Caribbean.
- Visit locations like Puerto Rico for a unique view of ocean depths.
Day 22: Sailing in Tropical Storms
- For the intrepid and experienced sailors, experience the thrill of rough water sailing during controlled tropical storms.
- Safety precautions will be taken into account for this extreme adventure.
Day 23-24: Search for Underwater Treasures
- Participate in themed excursions to search for sunken treasures at the bottom of the Caribbean Sea.
- Connect with history and adventure as you explore sunken artifacts.
Submersibles Expedition Itinerary
Note: Submersible expeditions are available at select locations based on guest preferences and safety considerations.
Days 1-3: Underwater Cenote Exploration
- Explore underwater cenotes in the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, and the Blue Eye Hole in Belize.
- Submersibles are equipped for unique exploration of these mysterious formations.
Days 4-6: Coral Wall Diving
- Dive to vertical coral walls in the Caribbean that drop to considerable depths.
- Explore impressive underwater structures in specialized submersibles.
Days 7-9: Visit Historic Shipwrecks
- Discover historic shipwrecks, including the HMS Rhone in the British Virgin Islands.
- Gain insight into the maritime history of the Caribbean through submarine exploration.
Days 10-12: Deep Marine Life Observation
- Explore deep waters to observe unusual and rare marine creatures.
- Submersibles provide access to marine life not easily seen during conventional diving.
Days 13-15: Exploration of Volcanic Formations
- Discover underwater volcanic formations and remnants on islands like St. Lucia and Dominica.
- Submersibles offer a unique perspective on this geological history.
Days 16-18: Hunting for Treasures and Artifacts
- Join themed submersible expeditions to search for sunken treasures and historical artifacts.
- Immerse in history and adventure during these unique underwater quests.
Days 19-21: Underwater Scientific Research
- Participate in underwater scientific research activities.
- Contribute to marine life observation and data collection for scientific purposes.
Days 22-24: Exploration of Unique Geological Formations
- Explore blue holes and underwater geological formations in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
- Discover unique opportunities for research and adventure.
Day 25-26: Diving in Underwater Hot Springs
- Observe geothermal activity and unique marine life in areas with underwater hot springs.
- Submersibles offer access to these intriguing underwater environments.
Day 27: Immerse Yourself in Underwater Monuments and Structures
- Explore submerged monuments and structures, including the Subaquatic Museum of Art in Cancun National Marine Park.
- Submersibles offer a unique view of these underwater wonders.
Please note that submersible expeditions may be subject to adjustments based on guest preferences and safety considerations. Safety and responsible exploration remain our top priorities for all participants in these extraordinary Caribbean adventures.
CARIBBEAN SEA
SAINT THOMAS: Yacht Haven Grande is often considered the Caribbean’s leading superyacht marina. Located alongside the scenic Charlotte Amalie Harbor in St Thomas, the marina encompasses 48 slips for yachts measuring up to 200 meters and a host of services for crew, owners, and guests.
One of highlights of Yacht Haven Grande is its outdoor shopping galleria, which includes 40+ shops, including its restaurants and bars, along its stunning promenade. It also benefits from its tropical setting and its convenient location at the heart of the US Virgin Islands.
SAINT KITTS: The newest superyacht marina on Caribbean yachting scene is Christophe Harbor in St Kitts which, forming part of a 2,500-acre luxury resort and residential development, features 250 state-of-the-art berths, 50 of which can accommodate superyachts measuring up to 76 meters.
Set in a deep water harbor, the marina’s position between Antigua and St Maarten makes it ideal for island-hopping adventures, but hanging around to experience its exclusive offerings, ranging from a five-star hotel and private beach club to a Tom Fazio-designed golf course, is also a crowd-pleaser.
EXPEDITIONS IN CARIBBEAN SEA
LAND OR SURFACE EXPEDITIONS ON BOARD A MEGA YACHT
Exploring the Caribbean Sea aboard a mega yacht with a focus on extreme tourism can lead to exciting and unique experiences.
- Diving in Underwater Cenotes: In La Riviera Maya, Mexico, voyagers can explore underwater cenotes, cave systems flooded with crystal-clear waters. It is a unique diving experience that combines cave exploration with the underwater world.
- Deep Sea Fishing: For fishing enthusiasts, venturing into open seas in search of deep-sea fishing species (marlin, swordfish, tuna, etc.) will provide exciting competition against these powerful creatures.
- Swimming with Hammerhead Sharks: In destinations like the Galapagos Islands and the Bahamas, we have the opportunity to swim with majestic whale sharks, an experience that combines excitement and respect for marine life.
- Deep Coral Wall Diving: Divers can explore impressive coral walls that descend to considerable depths. Places like Cayman Islands, Turks and Caicos Islands offer opportunities for vertical wall diving.
- Underwater Cavern Exploration: In places like Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, divers can explore underwater caverns and flooded cave systems that will take them into a mysterious and fascinating world.
- Kiteboarding in the Windy Islands: Kiteboarding fans looking for destinations with high winds (Aruba, Bonaire, etc.) can experience the thrill of riding waves powered by a kite.
- Extreme Water Skiing and Wakeboarding: Thrill-seekers can waterski or wakeboard in more challenging waters (e.g., Caribbean islands) to achieve adrenaline-pumping experiences.
- Trench Exploration: Some areas of the Caribbean have deep trenches that offer a unique view of the ocean depths. Places like Puerto Rico have trenches we can explore.
- Sailing in Tropical Storms: This is an extremely risky option and not recommended for most people. But some intrepid sailors seek the thrill of rough water sailing during (controlled???) tropical storms.
- Search for Underwater Treasures: Some companies offer themed excursions during which clients can search for sunken treasures at the bottom of the sea. These experiences offer a connection to history and adventure.
UNDERWATER EXCURSIONS
Exploring the Caribbean Sea aboard a submersible offers unique and exciting experiences. Although the Caribbean isn’t as well known for its extreme underwater activities as other places, there are still captivating options.
- Underwater Cenote Exploration: In Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico and Blue Eye Hole in Belize, there are submerged systems known as cenotes. Submersibles are equipped to explore these unique, mysterious formations.
- Coral Wall Diving: Some areas of the Caribbean offer vertical coral walls that drop to considerable depths. We can explore these impressive underwater structures in specialized submersibles.
- Visit Historic Shipwrecks: Caribbean is home to a large number of historic shipwrecks, including the HMS Rhone (British Virgin Islands). Exploring these wrecks by submarine can provide a unique insight into the region’s maritime history.
- Deep Marine Life Observation: In some areas of the Caribbean, submersibles can take you to depths to find unusual and rare marine creatures that aren’t easily accessible during conventional diving.
- Exploration of Volcanic Formations: Some Caribbean islands have an interesting volcanic history. We can explore underwater formations and volcanic remains in places like St. Lucia and Dominica.
- Hunting for Treasures and Artifacts: In some parts of the Caribbean, historical treasures and artifacts have been found at the bottom of the sea. Some submersibles offer themed expeditions to search for sunken treasure.
- Underwater Scientific Research: Some underwater companies offer excursions with a focus on scientific research. In these, visitors/guests can participate in activities like sampling and observing marine life to contribute to science.
- Exploration of Unique Geological Formations: In places like Turks and Caicos Islands, we can explore blue holes and underwater geological formations that offer unique opportunities for research and adventure.
- Diving in Underwater Hot Springs: Some submersibles will take to areas with underwater hot springs, where those onboard can observe geothermal activity and the unique marine life that inhabits these environments.
- Immerse yourself in Underwater Monuments and Structures: In areas like Cancun National Marine Park, we can explore submerged monuments and structures, including the Subaquatic Museum of Art.