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Diving & Snorkeling

Dip beneath the surface and meet The Florida Keys’ wild side. Here you’ll find the continental United States’ only living-coral barrier reef—shallow gardens for snorkelers, dramatic reefs and historic wrecks for divers. Expect clear, turquoise water, colorful schools of reef fish, and the occasional sea turtle cruising by like it owns the place. Whether you’re booking a guided trip or heading out from shore, outfitters across the Keys make it easy to gear up, learn the basics, and go. Fins on, worries off.

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Diving & Snorkeling

Shipwrecks

Diving & Snorkeling

Dive into more details about this activity with points of interest and tips for users at every skill level.

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Diving & Snorkeling Information

All the details you need: videos, regulations and tips to make your Florida Keys diving or snorkeling outing safe, fun and memorable.

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Florida Keys Lobster Season

Every year, thousands of locals and visitors dive into spiny lobster season, a favorite Florida Keys tradition. The Florida Fish and Wildlife...

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Reefs, Wrecks & Wonder

The Florida Keys are basically one long, sunny invitation to put on fins and go look at something amazing underwater. Reefs? Yes. Wrecks? Plenty. Colorful fish acting like they own the place? Absolutely.

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Christ of the Deep

Spiegel Grove fish Florida Keys artificial reef

Diving Tips from Keys Pros

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Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

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Learn To Dive in the Florida Keys

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Key Largo: A Dive Wonderland

To understand why Key Largo, the northernmost island in the Florida Keys, holds such a revered position in the dive pantheon, it is important first to...

Islamorada

Chris Clearwater Charters

Chris Clearwater Charters: Custom fishing, snorkeling & sandbar adventures with a chef-captain in the Florida Keys.

Islamorada

Why Knot Boat Rentals & Charters

Why Knot Exclusive Rentals — custom boat rentals and captained charters in the Florida Keys for your perfect day on the water.

Key Largo

Sea Dwellers Dive Center of Key Largo

Sea Dwellers Dive Center, established in 1974, is a PADI 5-Star Resort Facility in Key Largo offering daily dive and snorkel charters, PADI certification courses, equipment sales and service, and Dive & Stay hotel packages with the Holiday Inn Key Largo Resort.

Marathon

Better Than Most SCUBA

Better Than Most SCUBA is a family-run dive center in Marathon offering all levels of SCUBA instruction, guided reef dives, snorkeling, private charters, spearfishing, and lobstering—everything you need for an unforgettable Florida Keys dive adventure.

Key West

Dolphin Safari Charters Key West

Key West

Aquaholics Charters

Aquaholics Charters offers private, customizable boat tours aboard a brand-new 2022 21' Tahoe, providing a stylish and comfortable way to explore the Florida Keys.

Islamorada

Bamboo Charters

Bamboo Charters, led by Captain Matt Bellinger, offers personalized fishing, snorkeling, sandbar, and sunset excursions aboard the "Chubby Mermaid," providing unforgettable experiences in the Florida Keys.

Islamorada

AquaBlue Adventures Sandbar Charter & Boat Tours

AquaBlue Adventures: Your go-to for expert-guided snorkeling, paddleboarding, and private eco-charters in the Florida Keys.

Marathon

Crazy Banana Charter

Premier private fishing charters and scenic sunset cruises in Marathon and the Florida Keys — target mahi, tuna, wahoo and more with expert captains.

Key Largo

Island Ventures

Explore Key Largo's vibrant reefs with private, expert-led scuba and snorkel tours!

Islamorada

Ultimate Dream Fishing Charters

Scott’s Fishing Florida Keys — expert private charters in Islamorada offering back-country, reef and offshore fishing adventures.

Key West

Screaming Lines Adventures

Four generations of Estenoz heritage leading sportfishing adventures in Key West’s waters.

Key Largo

Pirate's Choice Sailing Vessel

Sail Key Largo’s pirate ship for sunset & snorkel adventures

Islamorada

Deep Sea Scuba

Deep Sea Scuba & Snorkel in Islamorada offers top-quality personalized scuba diving, snorkeling, eco-tours, PADI training, and six-pack charters, all backed by over 25 years of safety-focused experience.