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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

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

Captain Slate's Scuba Adventures

Captain Slate's Scuba Adventures offers daily diving trips to over 30 reef and wreck sites, led by the legendary Captain Spencer Slate, with PADI certification courses and professional instructor training available.

Key West

Fort Zachary Taylor Beach

History and beach at Key West’s iconic Fort Zachary Taylor — snorkel, stroll, sunset.

Key West

Key West Conch Life Charters

Customize your perfect Key West adventure with fishing, snorkeling, and sunset cruises!

Keys Season Deals

Key West

Sunset Watersports Key West

Sunset Watersports is Key West’s oldest and most trusted watersports provider, offering parasailing, snorkeling, jet ski tours, sunset dinner cruises, and more.

Islamorada

Sandy Bottom Charters

Sandy Bottom Charters offers personalized private boat charters in the Florida Keys for snorkeling, sandbar trips, and sunset cruises.

Key Largo

Morning Star Sailing Charters

Morning Star Sailing Charters offers personalized sailing experiences in the Florida Keys, including captained and bareboat charters, sunset cruises, and snorkeling tours.

Islamorada

Lightly Salted Charters

Private Islamorada boat tours: snorkel, sandbar, fishing—book your adventure.

Islamorada

Friend With A Boat Charters

Friend With A Boat Charters: Enjoy private, family-friendly boat tours out of Key Largo — snorkeling, sandbars, and BYOB fun on the water.

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.