Sharks, wrecks, and beautiful beaches
Where we are diving
Join us as we head to North Carolina, home to the Sand Tiger shark, an impressive looking but docile shark. Sand Tiger encounters are common occurrences in the offshore waters and are often present in large numbers. The sharks range in size from four to over eight feet long! Sand Tigers typically swim with their mouths open, smiling for photos, and proudly displaying three rows of ferocious teeth. North Carolina is also referred to as the “Graveyard of the Atlantic.” More than 2,000 ships have sunk in these waters since people began keeping records in 1526.
We will be diving with Olympus Dive Center, which is located in Morehead City, North Carolina. Olympus Diver Center is a thriving, full-service dive center that runs dive trips year-round. Their dive boats are built to comfortably take divers to dozens of wrecks off the coast of North Carolina and the wrecks are also a habitat for an incredible variety of marine life from big to small. Divers are required to have a minimum of 25 logged dives with two boat ocean dives, two dives to 70 feet or greater, and two dives in the last 12 months. Minimum age of 15 years old. Advanced Open Water Certified is preferred. Join trip leader, Aaron Parson and explore the Atlantic!
Aaron Parson, Trip Leader
Trips like this sell out fast!
Registration closes on May 6, 2021.
Resort Details
Where we are staying
The Olympus Divers’ Lodge is located within two blocks of the dive shop, providing divers with convenient accommodations and the opportunity to meet and socialize with divers from around the country. The lodge has 32 bunks in five separate rooms. Each bunk has a storage area for your dry gear. Each guest will need to bring his/her own linens, typically a sleeping bag, pillowcase, and towel. The lodge is located adjacent to Tightlines Bar and Grill and above Shuckin’ Shack on Arendell Street so you can pop right over for a drink and delicious seafood!
Learn more about the accommodations from the Olympus Lodge.
Trip Details
Price
- From Omaha: $1,680
- From Springfield: $1,590
- From North Liberty: $1,600
- From Madison or Columbia: $1,140*
Deposit and payments
- $500 due upon sign up
- Full balance due June 5, 2021
Other info
- Non-diver: $1,210 from Omaha, $1,120 from Springfield, $1,130 from North Liberty, $670 from Madison or Columbia
- Prices are based upon double occupancy
- All payments are non-refundable
- Prices are subject to change due to events outside of our control
Recommended courses
- Wreck Diving
- Night Diving and Limited Visibility
What’s included
- Roundtrip airfare
- 4 nights of accommodations
- 3 full days charter/6 dives
- Weights
What’s not included
- *Airfare from Madison/Columbia, Diventures will assist
- Air fills & tanks $26-$40/day
- Gratuity and taxes, ≈ $60
- Rental car
- Dive insurance (required)
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Recommended equipment
- Hollis LED Mini 3 Torch
- Save a Dive Kit
What prior travelers say
Important Details
Know before you go
Bug Spray
Be sure to bring it with you! Mosquitos are most active in the early morning hours and around sundown
Credit Cards
Please remember to let your CC company know where you are traveling to!
Temperature
The temp in Moorehead City sits at 86 during the day and falls to 75 in the evening. It also rains quite a bit so don’t forget a light rain jacket!
Lodging Amenities
Each guest will need to bring his or her own linens, typically a sleeping bag, pillowcase, and towel.