Atlantis Submarine

Información

This Quest starts with a short navigation to Chankanab Reef aboard comfortable Ana, which carries Explorers to the Submarine Atlantis XII. The Submarine Atlantis XII is the only tourism submersible in Mexico. Come visit our family friendly, state-of-art vessel and marvel with the depths of the Caribbean as a myriad of marine creatures appear through large viewports. Coral reefs are the playground for thousands of fish, lobsters, rays, sharks and turtles that you can admire, depending on season.

This ride will take you to a breath-taking scenario at the famous Cozumel Wall, an 1800 feet drop off that limits the Island of Cozumel. The newest Submarine route explores the biggest dive wreck in the area Felipe Xicotencatl a 154 feet ship sank in 2000 for the purpose to enhance in Cozumel coral reefs. Formerly it was a minesweeper for the US Navy and sold to Mexican Navy in 1962 for rescue and patrolling missions. Shipwreck lies from 50 to 80 feet depth and homes fish, sponges, and soft corals mainly. Our submarine is battery powered, air conditioned and free of any pressure issues.

The expert crew enhances your Unique Underwater Adventure with a life narration. All too soon Submarine Pilot will surface the Submarine and tender Ana will bring explorers back to pier while enjoying complementary rum punch. Transportation from Playa del Carmen or from hotel is available.

Meeting/pick-up point: Chankanaab km 4, south of central Cozumel.
Duration: 2 hours (including 40-45 minutes underwater).
Start/opening time: At 9am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm.
Languages: Spanish, English, French, German and Polish.
Opening days/period: Monday to Saturday.
Medical restrictions: Pregnant women until 7th month can do de activity, people confined on a wheelchair are not allowed.
Min. Height: 90cm.
Others: Not included: marine park tax fee, other kind of food, photo, souvenirs.
Explorers on this activity must be able to safely navigate backwards thru 7 steps ladder; hand rails available.
We recommend to wear casual, comfortable clothes, and to bring bathing suit, towel and extra clothes.