Florida Keys Cleanup Dives

Put your dive certification to good use and help protect the spectacular coral reefs of the Florida Keys during a Florida Keys Cleanup Dive in Islamorada.

Held monthly, these hands-on conservation dives give volunteers an opportunity to descend beneath the surface and remove marine debris, lost fishing gear, and other waste that can damage coral and threaten the fish, sea turtles, and other marine life that depend on healthy reef habitats.

Unlike shoreline cleanups, these underwater efforts allow experienced divers to reach debris that would otherwise remain on the seafloor. For those who love spending time beneath the waves, it’s a rewarding way to combine recreational diving with meaningful marine conservation — and surface knowing the debris collected can no longer harm the reef.

Because the cleanups take place underwater, participants typically need dive certification and appropriate experience. Individual dates, meeting locations, equipment needs, and participation requirements are coordinated by the event organizer. Interested volunteers should confirm specific details before participating.

Whether you’re an Islamorada local or a visiting diver looking to make your time in the Keys more meaningful, a cleanup dive offers a memorable opportunity to experience the reef while helping preserve it.

Suit up, dive in, and help keep Islamorada’s underwater world beautiful for marine life and future generations of divers and snorkelers.