Atlantis Submarines
Atlantis Submarines
4.5
Full view
About
Atlantis Submarines Cayman provides entertaining underwater tours for all ages.Our Atlantis Submarine dives to 100 feet.Guests must be 4 years old and 3 feet tall to take the submarine excursion. Guests who are staying on Seven Mile Beach, may want to consider the convenience of our beach to beach shuttle service on certain days of the week. Our passenger vessel, will pick you up from the Beach at the Westin Casurina resort, take you directly to the Atlantis Submarine, and return you directly to the Westin Beach after your Submarine Dive. Additionally, guests may want to consider our Night Dive, available on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Revenue impacts the experiences featured on this page, learn more.
Similar Experiences
Atlantis Submarines
Booking unavailable on Tripadvisor
Want other options you can book now?
Show optionsTravellers talk about
Contribute
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as waiting time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
Popular mentions
We perform checks on reviews.
Tripadvisor’s approach to reviews
Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published.
When the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site.
Our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines.
Learn more about our review moderation.
4.5
794 reviews
Excellent
530
Very good
175
Average
58
Poor
15
Terrible
16
JeanTexasUsa
Houston, TX34 contributions
Feb 2020
We traveled with 2 seniors (80+), who were able to manage the 10 minute walk, and then the narrow ladder going down into the sub (there are handrails on both sides). Once in, there is a long bench seat that allows everyone to sit at one of the sub's windows. It was a much better experience than snorkeling as all family members participated, and the Guide was able to answer every question, identify fish and corals, and provide a great deal of information.
Be prepared; the first time something exciting went by a window, the children stayed in their seats, by the third time, they were too excited and would race to a window. For us it added to the excitement and joy; other people may not be so comfortable with a little child peering over their shoulder. Just know, the excitement and wonder changes your tolerance level, and you may end up calling the children over to show them what you've spotted.
It was one of the best opportunities to see reef life as the creatures were quite used to the sub and didn't bother with it at all. The sea turtle was amazing, just to see it grazing 80 feet down, unperturbed by the sub. The eel was HUGE, green, and moving along the edge of the reef. The reef fish were colorful, active, and busy; they were very fun to watch.
Scuba and Snorkeling give a similar experience, but neither allow chatting to each other, or a ready expert to answer any question. The sub is comfortable, it has printed fish guides at every seat, and of course an expert driver (with the best view), and the guide. It was a wonderful experience.
Be prepared; the first time something exciting went by a window, the children stayed in their seats, by the third time, they were too excited and would race to a window. For us it added to the excitement and joy; other people may not be so comfortable with a little child peering over their shoulder. Just know, the excitement and wonder changes your tolerance level, and you may end up calling the children over to show them what you've spotted.
It was one of the best opportunities to see reef life as the creatures were quite used to the sub and didn't bother with it at all. The sea turtle was amazing, just to see it grazing 80 feet down, unperturbed by the sub. The eel was HUGE, green, and moving along the edge of the reef. The reef fish were colorful, active, and busy; they were very fun to watch.
Scuba and Snorkeling give a similar experience, but neither allow chatting to each other, or a ready expert to answer any question. The sub is comfortable, it has printed fish guides at every seat, and of course an expert driver (with the best view), and the guide. It was a wonderful experience.
Written 23 February 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you so much for your amazing review, we are so happy that you fully enjoyed your Submarine Experience.
Written 4 March 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
T. Santiago
Reading, United States14 contributions
Dec 2019
Honestly, there wasn't too much to see when you're down in the ocean, but it is still pretty cool experience. The seats were cramped and pretty narrow so if you're a little bigger and or have a big butt I recommend bringing something soft to put down and sit on. I folded up my beach towel and used that. Don't get the wrong idea though, the thing that made this trip extra special was the amazing guides. It was like an exploration and comedy club in one. Definitely something you would want to experience, just don't get the story tale version stuck in your head. There was some struggle.
Written 17 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
original_ck1
Fishers, IN172 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our nighttime submarine tour...what a unique experience! The pilot did a great job navigating us through coral gardens and even a shipwreck, and our co-pilot Enrique kept us entertained with his jokes, stories, and knowledge. Highly recommend!!!
Written 18 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
We are so happy that you and your Husband thoroughly got to enjoy the Atlantis Submarine night dive!!!
It was our co-pilot Enrique's first day on the job (just kidding) and yes he is very entertaining and knowledgeable. Thank you for the review.
Written 6 February 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
FLChristianMom
Orlando, Florida, USA768 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
We disembarked the ship directly onto a ferry to the port where we waited for our tour group. We walked a few blocks to the Atlantis Submarine gift shop. The boat arrived, we boarded, and took a short ride to see the submarine come up. We saw the people disembark, get onto our boat and then we switched spots to board the submarine. We walked down the ladder into the submarine and there were rounded seats facing the portholes. Once the door was sealed we were given the all clear to "dive, dive dive". We saw the most beautiful coral, fish, eel, and tire. The captain got us to the bottom of the sea at 102 ft. Within minutes we ascended back to the surface and proceeded to switch places with the people on the boat. The boat captain let us watch the submarine descend before we went back to the Atlantis Submarine gift shop. We had time to walk and window shop before boarding the ferry back to the ship. A very organized tour and well worth the price for the time.
Written 5 March 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
OHsoccermom5
Hilliard, OH249 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
We opted not to schedule any excursions at our final port of call, and figured that we would stumble upon the right place at the right time.
And óila! We found the Atlantis Tour Company. We took the option that had underwater viewing rather than the submarine.
We saw a lot of different fish, but missed the stingrays on the other side. Also, we passed directly over two different shipwrecks, which was incredible.
Also, the captain set anchor and dived to hand fees the fish. Also incredible!!
If you go, just know that there are no bathrooms on board and that you must go down the ladder backwards to get to the viewing area.
And óila! We found the Atlantis Tour Company. We took the option that had underwater viewing rather than the submarine.
We saw a lot of different fish, but missed the stingrays on the other side. Also, we passed directly over two different shipwrecks, which was incredible.
Also, the captain set anchor and dived to hand fees the fish. Also incredible!!
If you go, just know that there are no bathrooms on board and that you must go down the ladder backwards to get to the viewing area.
Written 21 February 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
alseward53
Axminster, UK369 contributions
Dec 2019
This trip was part of our P&O excursion which included two other attractions. The vessel was very smart and easy to board. Unfortunately we didn’t see any unusual fish such as Sting Rays, however what we did see was plentiful and easily identified by the crew. The wrecks were very interesting but the highlight was the frenzy when the vessels diver started feeding the many fish.
Written 22 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review!! in terms of what you see we are unfortunately unable to guarantee stingrays.....but we are glad that what you saw was plentiful and hopefully next time you will get to see your stingray.
Written 6 February 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
matous
Central Florida256 contributions
Feb 2020
Depending on which Terminal you tender into, this excursion could be within sight, or if on NCL, a short walk (but lengthy for those who have difficulty walking "distance"). You get to see what shops to go to after the excursion. The facility is near Paradise Seaside Grill, but you can stop at Caribbean Kitchen on the way back. Plenty of time to shop after this. You really do go down in a mini sub, 100 feet. Holds 48 passengers and 3 crew. Enough portholes to look and take pictures. Running commentary, lots of fish and coral. Saw the end and where the seafloor simply drops off. Not rough, smooth all the way. Temperature is fine under water. Afterwards the gift shop has restrooms available. You go out on a boat to the sub, go onto the sub, climb down stairs to the seats. Afterwards, on the boat to take you back, you can watch the sub submerge. Great excursion. And yes, children love it.
Written 15 February 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Sam
17 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We had a great trip it was not a full submarine so we got to use both sides port and starboard and that was so fun. The staff was great made the trip so much fun I would do a day submarine next because we could see more fish. The night submarine was really neat seeing everything at night and we did see a shark and some fish the staff is fantastic at answering any questions you may have.
Written 17 February 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Sirjames303
Littleton, CO9 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
I’ve been to the islands on many occasions but never booked the submarine tour. Boy have I been missing out. The underwater Trip was amazing with an awesome crew that kept you entertained the entire time. I don’t know why I waited so long to try this adventure. Certainly worth every penny. If you’re like me you would probably tip more than you expected!
Written 8 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your amazing review!!. We are so happy that you finally decided to take the tour and that you enjoyed so much.....we hope to see you soon again.
Written 9 January 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
HMed4
32 contributions
I made a reservation several months for a vacation on Grand Cayman Island. I received email confirmation and stored it on my phone. The day of the intended excursion 3/27, my family and I left the east end of the island (Reef Resort) at noon in our rental car, an hour and a half prior to departure. We went to the counter to check in and when I pleasantly told the woman behind the counter that we had a reservation for 1:30, she first just stared at me without replying. I repeated myself and God's honest truth she smirked at me and said there were no trips out that day. We had our two little boys who were so excited to go and she actually just stared me down and then cruelly smiled at me. I got on my phone, found my confirmation number and showed it to her. She didn't care...no boat ride and my confirmation meant nothing because they'd had a server problem. I asked why someone couldn't have contacted me before we wasted 2 1/2 hours driving in. She said they must not have my contact information...even though I was standing there holding my phone with my email confirmation...as in...they had emailed me after I made the reservation to confirm. We were able to reschedule and make the 2 1/2 hour trip again the next day. I have to say, for a $280 excursion, I would have expected more class and empathy - a discount to soften the blow and the inconvenience, but only complete and utter apathy for something that certainly wasn't my fault.
Written 31 March 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
I cannot scuba dive due to ear problems with pressure. It’s extremely painful. Can I safely go on a 6-passenger mini sub with damaging my ear or experiencing any pain from pressure?
Written 5 May 2022
Shorts and tee-shirts. You might want to wear lace-up shoes, such as running shoes or sneakers, rather than flip-flops, since you do have to climb down steep stairs into the vessel.
Written 21 June 2019
Hello,
Do you have to wait 24 hours after doing this submarine tour before i do the mauna kea sunset tour? No one can seem to answer my question when I call....I have called thr tour company at mauna kea and atlantis submarine in kona
Thanks!
Written 26 September 2018
Hello,
You do not have to wait.
The submarine operates at normal atmospheric pressure, you can go directly from our submarines into an airplane with no concern.
If you scuba dive however, there are certain suggested guidelines and wait times, which I cannot advise you on.
Written 27 September 2018
I want my kids age 9 to 15 to see as many fish and wildlife as possible. Would you recommend the day, or the night, submarine tour, and why? And which days are least crowded? Thanks in advance!
Written 29 June 2018
For more fish and sealife, (turtles, stingrays, ) definitely a day time dive. The, reef fish generally go to sleep in the evening, and the night dive is more about the bright colors.
Fridays through Saturdays, George Town is usually less crowded, HOWEVER, if you're interested, on THURSDAY afternoons, we do have our PASSENGER FERRY, departing the Seven Mile Beach from the Westin Casurina Hotel, and return guests there after the dive.
You don't have to come/drive into town.
Written 1 July 2018
mdwright10
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
This may be a dumb question, but if this safe if you're pregnant? I'm assuming it's pressurized just like a plan is. Thanks!
Written 19 April 2018
The first person to ask is your doctor. Then call Atlantis and ask about their policy.
Written 20 April 2018
In Grand Cayman how do you get to the submarine from the cruise port? Is the transfer on to the submarine difficult? Not too concerned about a ladder going down. Just the transfer to the sub.
Written 19 March 2018
In Grand Caymon, from the cruise port, you walk about 300 feet to your right to the submarine tourist building. They have a large pontoon type boat that takes you out to the submarine, which does about two tours per day. The sub cruise location is about 1 mile down the shoreline and submerges to cruise over the reef area.
Written 23 March 2018
Is it difficult to board the submarine in Grand Cayman
Written 12 March 2018
no not at all...however if you need a cane you can't use it to go down the ladder to enter the submarine ...I did watch a lady with a cane have it held for her...she was able to go down no problem ...I never seen anyone have any trouble ...and there were many different ages and sized individuals
Written 19 March 2018
Showing results 1-10 of 22