Shipwreck Tour: RMS Rhone

Dive Into a Story Lost at Sea

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Do I Need A Passport?

Yes, A Passport Is Required For All US Citizens

Itinerary Ideas:

Beaches
Snorkeling
Photography
History
Kid & Family Friendly Options

What to Bring

Cash
Identification
Food & Beverage (Optional)

Trip Time

6 Hours

Cost

$1800

Wander

Through Wreckage and Time

They say every great story leaves something behind—this one just happens to rest beneath the sea.

The RMS Rhone, a British mail steamer, sank during a hurricane in 1867 and now lies preserved in crystal-clear Caribbean waters off the coast of Tortola. Today, it’s the centerpiece of a world-renowned underwater experience, the Shipwreck Tour: RMS Rhone.

You can swim through history as you glide past the intact bow, propeller, and coral-covered remains. Snorkelers and divers alike can trace the ship’s final moments while discovering vibrant marine life that now calls this wreck home.

This is more than just a dive site—it’s a sunken time capsule, waiting for you to explore it.

Wreck of the Rhone

Add the Rhone to Your Sea Story

The Final Voyage of the RMS Rhone

Dive into a living museum beneath the waves. The RMS Rhone is now a protected marine park, and the ship’s story is etched into its rusted hull and coral-covered bones. A visit here gives you the chance to connect with a piece of maritime history few ever get to see up close.

World-Class Diving and Snorkeling

Calm currents, exceptional visibility, and surreal surroundings make the Shipwreck Tour: RMS Rhone a standout experience for all skill levels. From first-time snorkelers to experienced divers, this site offers the rare chance to explore living reef systems woven through a historic wreck.

A Sunken Reef Busting With Life

Over the 130+ years since the wreck, this destination became a thriving underwater ecosystem. You’ll spot vibrant coral fans, colorful parrotfish, rays, and—if you’re lucky—a sea turtle gliding past the bow. Although the RMS Rhone lies at the bottom of the reef, it’s teeming with movement, color, and life. It’s one of the most biologically rich dive sites in the British Virgin Islands.

Historic Depths

Stories Don't Always Float

Some places make history. This one became it.

A stop at the Shipwreck Tour: RMS Rhone is about immersing yourself in an underwater site where nature and history collide. You’ll swim through beams and coral arches. You’ll feel the silence of the deep—broken only by the flick of a tail or the echo of your own breath. That’s the difference between seeing the wreck and experiencing it.

This site isn’t for everyone. It’s for those who want their boat day to mean something more. It’s for the travelers who collect stories, not just snapshots. If that’s you—this is your place.

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