Dive the Texas Clipper and Deep Six
About an hour off the coast of South Padre Island lies the Texas Clipper. At 473 foot long, the ship started out as a WWII attack transport (USS Queens). After various other roles, the ship was finally transferred to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Artificial Reef Program to be turned into an artificial reef. Sunk in 2007 as an artificial reef, it's keel rests on the bottom at 132 foot. Most of the ship begins to be accessible around 70 foot down to over 110 feet.
We may also be able to visit Deep 6 which is a sunken shrimp boat that went down in rough seas and lies in 65 feet of water.
A good selection of sea life can be found around these wrecks. There is limited availability for this trip and you need to sign up quickly. Pricing for the trip is $699 and includes a dolphin watch, fireworks on Friday evening, dives on the Texas Clipper and Deep Six, as well as two nights hotel accommodations.
What's Included;
- 2 Days of Two Tank Dives
One day on the Texas Clipper and one day on Deep Six
- Dolphin Watch
- Fireworks Cruise
- 3 Nights at the Inn at South Padre
- Snacks and Drinks on the Dive Boat
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The below are strongly recommended;
- Nitrox Certification
if not certified, ask the Tom's Dive and Swim staff about a class
- Wreck Certification
if not certified, ask the Tom's Dive and Swim staff about a class
- Deep Diving Certification
if not certified, ask the Tom's Dive and Swim staff about a class
- Nitrox Capable Dive Computer
- Gloves
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$699* |
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| Other Known Fees: |
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$10* |
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Nitrox per tank (if desired) |
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$$$ |
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Travel, Transportation, rental gear, surface marker, tips, and meals are your responsibilities |
* No refunds within 45 days of this event.
This event requires a Release Form. Print out, initial, and sign the form and bring it with you to the event. We will pick them up before the activity begins.
Dive Master: Robert Nunez
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Google Maps driving directions from Tom's Dive and Swim.
Event Leader: Robert Nunez
