Memorable and Fun for Everyone

Launched and very profitably operating is the first semi-submersible, 49-passenger viewing vessel completely built in high-strength, low maintenance fiberglass reinforced plastic. Boat number one, named SS NAUTILUS, was constructed at the Willard Marine facility in California for Catalina Adventure Tours, Inc., which serves thousands of annual visitors to Avalon, Catalina, enabling them to explore and view the beautiful coastal island waters and sea life. An investment has been made in the molds for this vessel so that sister ships can be constructed and receive U.S. Coast guard passenger approval in an expeditious and cost-effective manner. This vessel is the perfect destination activity for those in the tourism industry. In the right operating environment, this unique vessel will amortize its capital cost in two to three years. The revenue from the special Fish Feeder Concession option can pay for the cost of crew. Contact us to develop a semi-submersible vessel for your business.

Optional Equipment

Two heads under console
Electronics per user requirements
Various engine manufacturers and ratings
Generator for 110 VAC or 220 VAC power
Thrusters bow and stern
Head with holding tank
Underwater lighting for night viewing
Fish-feeder concession, power operated or manual system
Multimedia video/stereo
Anchoring equipment
Deck equipment

Specifications

Builder: Willard Marine, Inc.
Designer: Allen Andrews Design
Owner: Catalina Adventure Tours, Inc.
Use: Semi-Submersible Underwater Viewing Vessel
Length: 65’
Beam: 16.5’
Depth: (Molded) 10’
Draft: 6.3’
Displacement: 203,000 Lbs., including 123,000 Lbs. of Ballast
Mail Propulsion: Two 120 SHP Diesel Engines
Marine Gear: Twin Disc, V-Drives, Model 506
Controls Kobalt:, Dual Lever
Steering System: Marol Hyd. MRB-50
Speed: 7 Knots
Hull Construction: Solid FRP Construction to Comply with ABS Rules
Underwater Windows: Twenty-eight (28) at 26” Diameter
Crew/Passenger: Capacity 2 Crew/49 Passengers
Capacities: Fuel—300 Gal.

Certification: U.S.C.G. Approved, Small Passenger Vessel, 49 Passengers