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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

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

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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...

Keys Season Deals

Key West

Rusty's Bucket Charters

Rusty's Bucket Charters offers private fishing trips, snorkeling, sunset cruises, and sandbar adventures aboard a 24' Sea Hunt center console. Led by Captain Russ, they provide a hands-on experience for up to six guests, with trips tailored to your preferences.

Key West

Life On The Rocks Charters

Life on the Rocks Charters offers fun, customizable boat trips around Key West—sandbar hopping, snorkeling, sunset cruises, and more.

Islamorada

Easy Livin' Charter Boat

Custom boat tours and fishing adventures with local legend Captain Augie in Islamorada.

Key West

Casual Monday Charters

Casual Monday Charters offers private, customizable boat excursions in Key West, featuring sandbar hopping, snorkeling, sunset cruises, and eco tours aboard a 25' Hydrasports center console.

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

Clearly Unique Charters

Clearly Unique Charters offers snorkeling, sandbar, and sunset boat tours in Islamorada aboard spacious powerboats designed for family fun and special events.

Key West

Honest Eco Tours

Eco-friendly boat tours led by biologists in Key West

Key West

Blu Q Catamaran

Blu Q Catamaran offers unique, clothing-optional sailing experiences in Key West, featuring all-male day trips, sunset sails, and private charters aboard their 42-foot catamaran.

The Lower Keys

Coral Reef Park Company

At Pennekamp Park, Coral Reef Park Company offers snorkeling tours over some of Florida’s most diverse and beautiful coral reefs. Personal or small-group guided tours (up to 6 snorkelers per guide) are available — $120 + tax for the guide, $70 + tax...