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Spend a full day aboard the 46’ Newton Dive Special exploring a string of artificial reefs and historic wrecks in the 20 Mile Range. This six-hour, two-tank run packs multiple deep wrecks—Navy Tug, Rome, Allen Liberty Ship, Atlantis—into one efficient outing for experienced divers and underwater photographers.
Spend a full day aboard the 46’ Newton Dive Special exploring a string of artificial reefs and historic wrecks in the 20 Mile Range. This six-hour, two-tank run packs multiple deep wrecks—Navy Tug, Rome, Allen Liberty Ship, Atlantis—into one efficient outing for experienced divers and underwater photographers.
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Operated by The Dive Boat Down Under · Orange Beach, Alabama
Off Shore Dive Trip aboard the 46’ Newton Dive Special offers a day of deep-water exploration at a string of artificial and historical wrecks located in the 20 Mile Range offshore. Departures are listed as meeting at “20 Mile Range”; the exact home port or shore-side meeting address is not provided. This six-hour, two-tank adventure focuses on site-hopping among the Navy Tug, Rome, the Allen Liberty Ship, Atlantis, three coal barges, Pete’s 301, Pete’s Tide and additional scuttled vessels that have been colonized by marine life.
The DOWN UNDER is a custom 46' Newton Dive Special built for comfort and function: benches and tank racks sized for group runs up to 22 divers, a roomy deck for kit changes, and enough stability for multi-dive operations. Dives here commonly range from about 80 to 100 feet, so expect deeper profiles, overhead visibility that can swing from razor-clear to particulate-rich depending on tide and swell, and the strange geometry of steel hulks turned reef. Artificial reefs and purpose-sunk ships create vertical relief—keel lines, superstructure, cargo holds and prop shafts—where sponges, anemones, and encrusting life collect.
Why book this trip? These wrecks are concentrated in a compact offshore corridor, so you get multiple distinct sites in a single outing: expansive Liberty-ship plating, tug hulls with intact wheelhouses, and low-profile barges perfect for exploratory swims. For divers who enjoy photographing scale and texture, the rusted steel contrasts dramatically with schools of rockfish and the occasional kelp canopy. The boat’s two-tank schedule allows relaxed bottom time on a first deep dive, with a shorter shallow follow-up to work on skills, scoping critters, or repeating a favored wreck.
Practical details: minimum age is 8, group size tops out at 22, and total trip time is listed as six hours. This is not a shore dive—plan for boat motions, charged batteries for cameras, and redundant air planning appropriate to 80–100' profiles. Bring certified training documents, a dive log and any personal exposure protection; gear rental and inclusion details aren't specified in the provided description, so confirm with the operator before you arrive.
This trip suits advanced open-water divers and adventurous intermediates who want efficient access to several storied wrecks without long runs between sites. It’s a solid choice for photographers, wreck enthusiasts, and small groups aiming to sample a cross-section of artificial reefs in one clean, well-run day on the water.
Expect a pre-dive safety briefing, secure tank fills and friendly crew familiar with each wreck’s lines, anchors and hazards; they stage gear efficiently so divers spend more time below. Verify weather, surface conditions and any fuel surcharges at booking. Bring motion-sickness prevention if you’re prone—offshore rollers can arrive quickly at the 20 Mile Range and cameras.
challenging.
6 hours.
Comfortable swimming ability, ability to carry and manage full scuba kit on a boat, and experience with dives to 80–100' required.
Dives typically range from about 80 to 100 feet; plan accordingly and ensure you have appropriate certification and gas planning.
Minimum age listed is 8; confirm any age-specific requirements or guardianship rules with the operator.
The provided description does not specify gear rental or inclusion—confirm with the operator prior to booking so you can reserve rental equipment if needed.
This is a two-tank dive trip—usually a deeper first dive followed by a shallower second dive to maximize bottom time and vary sites.
Bring certification, logbook, surface-signaling devices, snacks, water, sun protection, and motion-sickness medication if you’re susceptible.
Group size is a maximum of 22 people, so expect shared tank racks and bench seating during transit.
The Allen Liberty Ship and other scuttled hulls reflect mid-20th-century shipbuilding and later reuse as artificial reefs.
These wrecks function as artificial reefs; divers should avoid touching structures, use proper finning to prevent sediment plumes, and remove any trash they encounter to protect marine habitats.
The Dive Boat Down Under is a dive operator based in Orange Beach, Alabama, offering guided snorkeling and scuba trips on the Alabama Gulf Coast. The operation runs a fully equipped 46' dive vessel, the Newton Dive Special, and also operates the DOWN UNDER boat for near-shore adventures. Expert guides lead guests to vibrant reefs, wrecks, and shallow training sites including Poseidon's Playground, Robinson Island turtle grass beds, and artificial reefs such as the 3-mile barge and Atlantis wreck. Trips range from short snorkel excursions to full-day offshore wreck dives, including specialty trips to the Oriskany aircraft carrier group for advanced certified divers. Standard offerings include a Snorkel Trip, 3 Mile — Poseidon's Playground, Near Shore Dive Trip, Off Shore Dive Trip, New Venture Dive Trip, and the Oriskany Aircraft Carrier Group Trip. All trips provide dive gear and on-board amenities appropriate to each itinerary; select trips include water and a hot dog lunch. Safety and comfort are emphasized through experienced guides, proper dive briefings, and vessel readiness for both novice and advanced divers. The Dive Boat Down Under focuses on accessible training sites for beginners as well as deeper wreck exploration for certified divers. Operating from Orange Beach provides easy access to Perdido Pass, nearby jetties, and multiple artificial reefs along the Alabama coast. The business is positioned to serve snorkelers, beginner trainees, and experienced wreck divers seeking guided, equipment-supported trips in the Gulf of Mexico. Booking details, schedules, and pricing are available by contacting the operator directly today.
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