Jean-Michel Cousteau's Ocean Futures Society – Jean-Michel Cousteau's Ocean Futures Society
Auction Ends: Dec 16, 2012 11:00 PM EST

Unique Experiences

Ride in a Submarine

Item Number
152
Estimated Value
Priceless
Sold
1600 USD to Adventureguru
Number of Bids
16  -  Bid History

Item Description

 

Have you ever wanted to ride in a sub?  Well, now's your chance!

You are bidding on a ride in your choice of one of Nuytco's submersibles - the two-person 'Dual DeepWorker', the three-person 'Aquarius', OR 'pilot' the one-person 'DeepWorker'!

Nuytco Research is owned by Jean-Michel Cousteau's close personal friend, Dr. Phil Nuytten. Dr. Nuytten has spent his life in subsea exploration. He has logged many thousands of hours underwater world-wide as a working commercial diver and as a developer of underwater equipment and techniques. He is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of the modern commercial diving industry and a significant force in the creation of new technology.

Nuytco Research Ltd. is a world leader in the development and operation of undersea technology. Nuytco and its sister company, Can-Dive Construction Ltd. have over thirty years experience working around the world. Nuytco designs, builds, and operates atmospheric diving suits, submersibles, remotely operated vehicles, as well as specialty equipment for commercial diving.

You can read more about Dr. Phil Nuytten, Nuytco Research and the subs at www.nuytco.com.

Item Special Note

The sub ride will be approximately one hour and will take place during one of Nuytco's sub operations or during a training program in British Columbia, Canada. Attendance will be co-ordinated between the winning bidder and Nuytco. Winning bidder is responsible for all travel, lodging, personal expenses, etc.  The person riding in the sub must be at least 18 years old and weigh less than 275 pounds. There are no refunds on this item.

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