Exclusive 2024 Dive Adventures!
There are two things that Sub-Aquatic Sports by DiVentures loves... diving and travel.
If you're the same, come with us!
If you're the same, come with us!
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Cayman Brac New Year's Trip: December 30 - January 6, 2024
Spend New Year’s Eve in Cayman Brac for a tropical getaway! With almost 70 dive sites to choose from, there is something for every level of diver. You’ll enjoy little to no current, which is perfect for new divers, divers who want to move at their own pace and underwater photographers who want to get the perfect shot. Cayman Brac is known for its crystal clear waters, amazing swim-throughs and beautiful reefs with ample marine life. Click here for more information. A Non-diver's Perspective to Traveling to Cayman Brac |
Bonaire: February 17 - 24 2024
Welcome to your underwater paradise. With abundant marine life, over 80 official dive sites, and breathtaking views, you’ll never want to leave. Bonaire is often referred to as the shore diving capital of the world. Its crystal-clear waters are perfect for any diver at any level. This trip is perfect for families and first time dive traveler's with flexibility and unlimited shore dives. Bonaire is also known around the world for its conservation efforts. There are multiple programs on the island where divers can learn first-hand what it takes to care for these nurseries.
Welcome to your underwater paradise. With abundant marine life, over 80 official dive sites, and breathtaking views, you’ll never want to leave. Bonaire is often referred to as the shore diving capital of the world. Its crystal-clear waters are perfect for any diver at any level. This trip is perfect for families and first time dive traveler's with flexibility and unlimited shore dives. Bonaire is also known around the world for its conservation efforts. There are multiple programs on the island where divers can learn first-hand what it takes to care for these nurseries.
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Belize Spring Break: March 30 - April 6, 2024
Belize is a tropical country on the northeastern coast of Central America. To the west lies the Caribbean Sea. As you venture inward, you’ll discover lush rainforests, mountains and Mayan archaeological sites. Belize is a wall diver’s paradise adorned with huge crimson gorgonians and giant orange elephant ear sponges. The Belize Barrier Reef sits just miles off the coast and is part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the second-largest reef in the world. The reef’s 400 cays, three atolls and seven marine reserve areas make up a UNESCO World Heritage Site that stretches over 190 miles in length. |
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Galapagos: August 26 - September 2, 2024 SOLD OUT, contact us for waitlist
Galapagos is unquestionably the hammerhead shark capital of the world. Still, it is also home to the sleek Galapagos shark, horn shark, white tip, silkies, and the occasional pelagic visitors like the tiger shark. And that’s just the beginning. You will also have the opportunity to see whale sharks, giant manta rays, giant schools of fish and incredible macro marine life. You’re going to wonder if a week is enough time to see it all! Click here for more information. |
Looking for a more local trip? Check out our Great Lakes charter destinations below!
Shallow Shipwreck Dives of Michigan City, IN
This is the perfect introduction to shipwreck diving, cold-water diving and using small charter boats. The first shipwreck is the F. W. Wheeler, a wooden steamer that became stranded during a December 1893 blizzard. Luckily for the crew, she sank 1,200 ft offshore and local rescue crews saved all 16 sailors. Today, the wreck sits in 30ft of water and is broken into three sections with shifting sands that continually cover and uncover artifacts. The second wreck, the Muskegon, is located close by. In her youth, the Muskegon was a passenger steamer, but the ageing wooded vessel fell from grace and ended her career as a sand sucker that eventually caught fire. You will dive on the remains of the hull. Depth 25ft. This package includes a 2-tank boat charter. Divers: Beginner Dive time: 9 am-12 noon or 1 pm-4 pm.
This is the perfect introduction to shipwreck diving, cold-water diving and using small charter boats. The first shipwreck is the F. W. Wheeler, a wooden steamer that became stranded during a December 1893 blizzard. Luckily for the crew, she sank 1,200 ft offshore and local rescue crews saved all 16 sailors. Today, the wreck sits in 30ft of water and is broken into three sections with shifting sands that continually cover and uncover artifacts. The second wreck, the Muskegon, is located close by. In her youth, the Muskegon was a passenger steamer, but the ageing wooded vessel fell from grace and ended her career as a sand sucker that eventually caught fire. You will dive on the remains of the hull. Depth 25ft. This package includes a 2-tank boat charter. Divers: Beginner Dive time: 9 am-12 noon or 1 pm-4 pm.
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Deep- Ironsides Shipwreck Dive in Grand Haven
Everyone loves the Ironsides wreck, but she sits in 120 ft of water, so this trip is for experienced divers. This wooden, twin-propelled steamer was built to haul iron ore during the Civil war. In 1873, during heavy seas, the ship foundered, taking with her 21 of the 50 passengers on board. Today, the Ironsides sits upright and is partially intact. This package includes a 2-tank dive on the Ironsides. Master Diver (or equivalent experience) and comfortable in cold-water conditions. Dive time: Choose between the morning run from 9 am-1 pm or the afternoon run from 2 pm—6 pm. |
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Easy Shipwrecks of Whitehall
Make a weekend of shipwreck diving and pair Grand Haven and Whitehall together; it's only a 30-minute drive apart. In Whitehall, we will dive the State of Michigan wooden steamer. During her career, she was stranded twice and survived the gale storm of 1880. When she finally met her demise, all the crew managed to escape. Today she rests in 65ft of water with the highest point of the wreck starting at 45ft. She is partially intact. The second wreck, the Brightie, was built in 1868 and measured 182ft long. She had a 60-year career before sinking in 1928. Seven persons were onboard, one did not manage to make it to shore. This package includes a 2-tank dive. Divers: Beginner to Advance with cold-water diving experience. Dive time: 10 am-2 pm |
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Mackinaw City Weekend : Choose Your Weekend!
Grab your friends, grab your tanks and head to Mackinac. Dive the recently discovered Dolphin shipwreck; she is beautiful and sits intact in 110 ft of water. This 2-mast schooner collided with the bark Badger State in 1869 and sank within 20 minutes. She was rediscovered in 2021 and we dove on the Dolphin several times last year. She has an intact cabin and wheel, masts on the deck, and several hatches still in place. The Dolphin is just one of many signature shipwrecks of Mackinac. The Sandusky brig is another and exactly what you imagine an 18th-century shipwreck to look like. She sits upright and sports a scroll figurehead, bowsprit with chains, windlass and anchors. The Eber Ward is a staff favorite. This wooden steamer has three anchors and a large steam engine. The largest shipwreck is the Cedarville, a massive freighter that is difficult to explore on just one dive. The wreck of the Young is a 100-year-old schooner barge that was dis- covered in 2002. The William H. Barnum wreck lies in 58-75ft of water after hitting the ice and is perfect for intermediate divers. So is the Maitland wreck; she was in tow when colliding with the Golden Harvest steamer and now rests in a watery grave. But wait, there's more. Mackinac is the perfect summer weekend vacation. Come early or stay longer because there is plenty to see. Besides diving, there are endless scenic hikes, the famous 'Mighty Mac' bridge, picturesque Mackinac Island, historical forts and lighthouses and the Headlands International Dark Sky Park for star gazing and possibly seeing aurora borealis. Mackinac is a 2-day package that includes a 2- tank morning dive on Saturday & Sunday, 4 dives total. Divers: Advance to Master Diver (or equivalent experience) plus comfortable in cold-water conditions. Dive time: 8 am-12 pm |
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Shipwrecks of Charming Tobermory Canada
The small town of Tobermory, Canada is simply charming. First, there’s the picturesque harbor. It buzzes with excitement every morning as divers ready themselves to explore history-rich shipwrecks. Then there’s the scattering of family-owned ice cream shops, motels and eateries. Stroll down the boardwalk and you’ll pass hikers returning from a day on the Bruce Trail. Bikers cruise by after cycling the coastline of Georgian Bay. There’s so much to do and only one short weekend to do it in. Our trip focuses on diving, of course. The Fathom Five National Marine Park is home to 25 shipwrecks and interesting underwater geology. Signature Wrecks include the Niagara II, a steel sand sucker that sits upright and intact in 45-65ft of water. You can easily swim into the wheelhouse and see everything. The Sweepstakes wreck is for newbies. It is an 1800 schooner that lies in only 20ft of water. Our favorite is the Arabia, a three-masted barque that rests in 120ftofwater. Accommodations are included in this trip at the Princess Hotel. The hotel overlooks the harbor and is within walking distance of our favorite restaurants, T-shirt stores and the dock. The package includes hotel accommodations on Friday and Saturday night (double occupancy), 2-tank morning dives on Saturday and Sunday and 13% CD tax. |
Technical Dive Trip - Where will we go in 2024?
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Deep Wreck, Thomas Hume in New Buffalo
When you envision a shipwreck, it probably looks a like the Hume. In 1891, this 131ft long schooner sank far offshore in Lake Michigan. For the next 112 years, she was listed as 'missing without a trace' along with her crew of 7. In 2003, the wreck was discovered, sitting upright and in beautiful condition. The port bow anchor is resting in place; the chains spill off the starboard bow and the mast lies across the deck. There are, however, two obstacles in diving the Hume. The first is the location. This wreck lies 24 miles offshore of New Buffalo, so we need a full day charter and perfect weather conditions. Depth is the second issue. The deck sits at 135 ft of water so recreational divers must be comfortable with the depth. Those wishing to dive to the anchors and hull will hit 150 ft and must be technically trained. Dive time 9am-5pm. Look for 2024 schedule! |
Travel Resources:
1. Packing: 11 Essential Items
2. 24 Things to do Before You Leave on Vacation
3. Quick Guide: Warm Water Packing List
4. TSA Travel Restrictions
5. Passport - Do you need one? Need to renew one? Don't leave home without it because.... you won't leave home without it:(
6. Currency Converter
7. Airport Information for traveling out of Detroit Metro, Chicago Ohare, Chicago Midway, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, South Bend and Lansing
8. Luggage Allowance for : American Airlines, Delta, and United
9. Dive Insurance: Diver's Alert Network and Dive Assure
10. Travel Insurance: Insure My Trip, and Diver's Alert Network
1. Packing: 11 Essential Items
2. 24 Things to do Before You Leave on Vacation
3. Quick Guide: Warm Water Packing List
4. TSA Travel Restrictions
5. Passport - Do you need one? Need to renew one? Don't leave home without it because.... you won't leave home without it:(
6. Currency Converter
7. Airport Information for traveling out of Detroit Metro, Chicago Ohare, Chicago Midway, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, South Bend and Lansing
8. Luggage Allowance for : American Airlines, Delta, and United
9. Dive Insurance: Diver's Alert Network and Dive Assure
10. Travel Insurance: Insure My Trip, and Diver's Alert Network
