Despite the unfortunate incident of imploding a submarine and the death of 5 people. OceanGate announces to resume its operations in 2024 again. The proposed date of the next trips to the Titanic wreck is June 12 and 21 with a ticket price of $250,000.
The Titanic wreckage seemingly continues to be of interest to OceanGate Expeditions. Despite the recent tragedy that resulted in the loss of five passengers. OceanGate is the company marketing the Titan submersible expedition to the RMS Titanic Shipwreck. It continues to advertise upcoming journeys to the underwater ruins on its website.
There are details about two scheduled expeditions to the Titanic wreckage for 2024 on the OceanGate website. They are scheduled from June 12-20 and June 21-29. Furthermore, the 2023 mission has been stated as “currently underway”. The OceanGate website continues to display available dates for two separate eight-day expeditions to the Titanic wreckage scheduled for next year.
Each dive includes one pilot, one “content expert,” and three mission specialists (passengers without previous experience). The ticket holders have to pay $250,000 for the opportunity. This includes one submersible dive, private accommodations, all required training, expedition gear, and all meals while on board, according to the site. A maximum of six people are allowed and the minimum age must be 17 years.
The website claims “users will leave the vessel with a collection of media from the dives and an amazing adventure to share when you get back home.”
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“You will learn everything you need to know for your dive onboard the expedition vessel. And we will help you prepare for the expedition before you join us on the ship.” The website explains under a frequently asked questions section. “It is helpful to have a sturdy pair of sea legs. But even if the extent of your life on the water is only snorkeling in 20 feet of water. We will be happy to welcome you aboard.”
In addition to Titanic tours, OceanGate offered trips to the Azores Archipelago in Portugal and the Bahamas.