Semi-submarine

Semi Submarine is a boat with glass windows on the sides and consists of two floors.

A semi-submarine (semi-sub) is a surface vessel that is not capable of diving but has accommodation space below the waterline featuring underwater windows. Semi-submarines are trendy marine craft that enables guests to see the ocean from underneath the water from a diver’s perspective whilst seated in the concave of the purpose-built submarine.

It is called a semi-submersible as it does not dive to the bottom of the ocean like the fully submerged submarines you see in war movies. This semi-sub has the top part of the watercraft visible above the water, and the submarine’s pilot sits up top in the cock pit so they can navigate their way around other watercraft and reef systems.

To board the semi-submarine, you need to walk on the deck and then down approximately 6-10 steps to reach the concave of the vessel. Two people have large Perspex windows on each side when you sit inside. Hence, you can see the reef and marine life go by as your pilot cruises around the areas of interest, speaking to guests over the intercom system and telling you about the marine life species that pass by and the various types of coral before you.

You are submerged around about eight feet or one metre under the water, and the beauty of it all is you do not even get wet, and you get to see and experience it all with your friends and family simultaneously.

Semi-subs are an excellent way for the more minor children and non-swimmers to see what the sea offers.

These semi-subs can carry up to 27 passengers for a 25-30 minute cruise. Some semi-subs are air-conditioned, and others allow fresh air from above.