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Submarine Night Dive

Bridgetown, Barbados
Submarine Night Dive

Explore a truly magical journey with the Barbados submarine night tour. Begin your underwater adventure as the sun sets, allowing the tour to transition from natural daylight to darkness, as our powerful lights illuminate the marine environment.

Descend into the mysterious depths, where our lights bring into focus vibrant coral reefs and reveal the hidden world of nocturnal sea life in their natural habitat.

A night dive on our submarine opens the door to an enchanted world beneath the ocean surface, where light, colour, and sea life coordinate differently.

Experience this night ride up to 150 feet beneath the sea in our safe and sustainable submarine!

Why Experience a Submarine at Night?

The ocean's a different place at night, and you experience things you simply can't see in the daytime.

Here are some reasons why you must book a submarine night tour:

A Different World on the Reef at Night

As the daylight vanishes, our LED floodlights cast a spellbinding glaze over the reef, making its textures and vibrant colours seem all the more prominent. The contrasting light and dark come alive on the 'stage of corals' in a theatrical way.

Witness Nocturnal Sea Creatures in Action

Most are hidden during the day but emerge to play at night. Though illusive, be on the lookout for spotting lobsters, sea urchins, and even night-time hunters like moray eels and reef sharks as they make their rounds by sundown.

Floodlights Cast an Unreal Underwater Glow

Our environmentally friendly, high-powered lights bring out glowing colours hidden under the daylight. Coral glows, fish glitter, and the atmosphere become dreamlike, which will be cherished by photographers and videographers.

Ideal for Adventurous & Safety-Conscious Travellers

Those who seek something extraordinary will experience the unusual rush of penetrating a secret marine world. We ensure safety and an unforgettable night dive experience from the confines of a state-of-the-art submarine.

Romantic Experience for Couples

There's something incredibly magical and romantic about exploring the deep blue sea under the stars. The quiet plunge and mystical scenery create a night out to cherish, especially for couples in Barbados.

Photography and Camera Experiences

Capture the brilliant underwater landscapes that are unmatched by any holiday memory. From unusual-looking fish like the basket star to colours enhanced by the lights, the view is nothing less than breathtaking, especially for night photographers.(do not use your flash through the viewports as it reflects and will ruin your shot).

What to Expect on Your Barbados Night Dive

Get ready for a thrilling underwater adventure on our air-conditioned, non-pressurised submarine, which is maintained at sea level pressure and is customised for safety and marvel. Different fish than during the day trips, and sometimes that last feeding frenzy before the fish “head in” for the night.

Dive Down to 150 Feet Below the Sea

Gently descend to depths up to 150 feet below the sea off Barbados' west coast. This is deep enough to observe both coral creatures and life deeper in the water.

Observe Nocturnal Creatures and Bioluminescent Corals

Underwater animals come from the shadows into the light. The very same reef you may explore during the day becomes a new experience, more colourful, mystical, and alive with activity during the transition between day and night.

Comfortable, Climate-Controlled Submarine Cabin

Relax and enjoy breathtaking views through expansive windows while seated comfortably. The cabin is air-conditioned, quiet, and perfect for travellers of all ages, including children over 3 feet tall.

Narrated Tour with Expert Crew

Our seasoned crew provides lively commentary on your tour, pointing out strange sea creatures, coral facts, and shipwreck stories to ensure an enjoyable experience.

Ideal for Evening Arrangements & Romantic Barbados Experiences

As the Caribbean sunsets, one of Barbados' most enchanting experiences is this submarine night dive:

Special Pre-Dinner Adventure or Night-Time Escapade

Plan your dive before dinner and let it pave the way to a truly magical evening. It's just the right mix of thrill and unwinding to get your night off to a great start. As you break through from 150 feet underwater, the evening is perfect for a relaxing dinner. 

A Top Pick for Couples Looking for Something to Remember

Skip the ordinary dinner date and impress your partner with something special: an underwater journey through a dazzling coral realm. Your partner will appreciate the dimly lit indoor ambience, informational narration, and magical scenery. It's the best experience for a romantic and intimate getaway.

Limited Capacity – Reserve in Advance

Night dives take place only on designated nights and are extremely popular in peak seasons. Every dive at sunset accommodates a limited number of seats for ultimate comfort. Seats are booked fast, especially during holidays, festivals, or cruise ship departures. Make an early reservation that best fits your itinerary and dining reservations.

Tour Overview

  • Duration: The Barbados submarine night tour takes approximately 2 hours in total, including a 45-minute underwater tour.
  • Departure Time: Varies with sunset (check the updated season times).
  • Location: Shallow Draught, Bridgetown, Barbados.
  • Height Limit: A 3-foot minimum height requirement for all passengers.
  • Accessibility: The submarine is pressurised to capacity and contains safety devices. It is not wheelchair accessible due to its configuration.

How Our Night Submarine Tour Is Different from the Day Tour

Different Species and Reef Behaviour at Night

Some of the sea life doesn't appear until nighttime. You can spot carnivorous lionfish emerging from crevices, lobsters moving freely along the reef, or octopuses shifting colour as they glide by the windows on the submarine. Though quite illusive, these are normally not spotted on day cruises.

Lighting Creates an Ethereal, Dreamlike Underwater Universe

As the submarine's LED floodlights are turned on, they illuminate a reef that you may have never witnessed. Colours explode in ways that are impossible in sunlight. Shadows cascade over the ocean floor, infusing the whole picture with a movie-like atmosphere.

A More Intimate and Atmospheric Encounter

The peacefulness of the sea at night is incomparable. Dim interior lights inside the submarine give a calming ambience, with expert commentary softly guiding your attention to sea features.

Fewer Tours Operated Offering Greater Exclusivity

This is one of only a handful of nighttime submarine tours in the world and the only one in the Caribbean. With limited size, every sailing feels like a one-of-a-kind experience.  

FAQs

Departure times are scheduled throughout the year to enable visitors to witness the reef as it transitions from dusk to darkness. Exact times are given at booking confirmation.

Yes. Children must be at least 3 feet in height. The submarine is not pressurised, air-conditioned, and crewed by a professional staff certified in all safety procedures required.

Yes. We welcome photography, and the lighting setup creates dramatic settings that allow the capturing underwater memories.

Yes. There is a range of nocturnal creatures, such as lobsters, eels, and lionfish, which begin to emerge only after dark, giving you a totally different snapshot of the reef.

You can book your seat online at the official website, over the phone, or even via a message to us on social media or WhatsApp.

Join us on the only submarine-at-night experience in the Caribbean. Discover a mesmerising underwater world illuminated by nature and technology, safe, comfortable, and unlike anything else on the island.

Reserve your seat today before it fills up!

  • 48
  • 02:00 Hours
  • Adult Fare:US $130.00
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