Classic Florida Keys Reef Dives (35-60 ft)

7:45 AM – 11:30 AM

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• 5-Dive Package: $92 per trip (Discount applied to balance of last dive)
• 3-Dive Package: $97 per trip (Discount applied to balance of last dive)

Looking for the best Florida Keys scuba diving experience? Our morning charters explore beautiful outer reef sites off Islamorada and nearby Key Largo.

Dive the Florida Keys and give back — Key Dives donates 2% of all dive revenue to coral reef restoration.

Designed for certified divers, these classic Florida Keys scuba diving trips visit vibrant spur-and-groove reef systems ranging from 34–60 feet, with occasional sites reaching 90 feet depending on conditions.

Morning reef diving in Islamorada means vibrant coral structure and incredible marine life. Expect to see tropical fish, invertebrates, sea turtles, rays, grouper, and even sharks — the kind of Florida Keys reef diving experience divers travel for.

With a 1:6 professional guide ratio, full valet gear service, and reef sites just 25 minutes from the dock, our morning dives deliver the perfect balance of depth, comfort, and world-class Florida Keys scuba diving.

What’s Included

• All dives are guided at a 1:6 ratio by one of the Best Dive Masters in the Keys Readers Choice 2026  

• Tanks & weights  

• Fresh fruit after your dive  

• Ice cooler and drinking water on the boat – please bring a refillable water bottle  

• Hot freshwater showers on the boat for rinsing off after your dives

• Key Dives donates 2% of all dive revenue toward restoring our coral reefs

By diving with us, you’re helping support conservation and restoration efforts throughout the Florida Reef Tract.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• 24-hour cancellation policy (72 hours during holidays)  

• Full refund if Key Dives cancels due to weather or unsafe conditions

Shallow Florida Keys Reef Dives (~25 ft)

12:30PM – 4:30 PM

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• 5-Dive Package: $92 per trip (Discount applied to balance of last dive)
• 3-Dive Package: $97 per trip (Discount applied to balance of last dive)

Our afternoon reef dives explore the beautiful shallow reefs of the Florida Keys, perfect for relaxed diving and incredible marine life encounters.

These dives visit healthy reef habitats ranging from 15–35 feet, making them ideal for photographers, newer divers, or anyone who wants to enjoy longer bottom times and vibrant coral formations.

Expect colorful reef fish, sea turtles, rays, lobsters, and the diverse marine life that makes Islamorada reef diving so special.

With calm conditions, easy profiles, and reef sites close to the dock, these dives offer a relaxing and unforgettable Florida Keys scuba diving experience.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• All dives are guided at a 1:6 ratio by one of the Best Dive Masters in the Keys Readers Choice 2026

• Tanks & weights

• Fresh fruit after your dive

• Ice cooler and drinking water on the boat – please bring a refillable water bottle

• Hot freshwater showers on the boat for rinsing off after your dives

Key Dives donates 2% of all dive revenue toward restoring our coral reefs

By diving with us, you’re helping support conservation and restoration efforts throughout the Florida Reef Tract.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• 24-hour cancellation policy (72 hours during holidays)

• Full refund if Key Dives cancels due to weather or unsafe conditions

Eagle Wreck Dive – Advanced (100 ft)

Fridays – 7:45 AM – 11:30 AM

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• 5-Dive Package: $92 per trip (Discount applied to balance of last dive)
• 3-Dive Package: $97 per trip (Discount applied to balance of last dive)

Dive one of the most famous wrecks in the Florida Keys — the Eagle, a 287-foot freighter resting upright in about 110 feet of water.

Located off Islamorada, the Eagle wreck has become an incredible artificial reef covered in coral growth, sponges, and marine life.

Divers often encounter large schools of fish, barracuda, grouper, jacks, and occasionally reef sharks cruising the wreck.

This dive is recommended for advanced divers comfortable with deeper profiles, offering one of the most exciting wreck diving experiences in the Florida Keys.

What’s Included

• All dives guided at a 1:6 ratio

• Tanks & weights

• Fresh fruit onboard

• Ice cooler and drinking water — bring your own refillable bottle

• Hot fresh water showers on the boat

$2 per trip is donated to reef restoration. Key Dives donates 2% of all dive revenue toward restoring our coral reefs.

24-hour cancellation policy (72 hours during holidays). Full refund if Key Dives cancels due to weather.

Help ICARE plant Coral on the reef!

12:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Dive into a meaningful underwater experience with our I.CARE Coral Outplanting Dive in the Florida Keys. Departing from Key Dives in Islamorada, this specialized dive lets certified divers participate in hands-on coral planting and reef restoration. Work alongside the I.CARE team to transplant nursery corals onto Florida Keys reef sites — a rewarding way to combine Florida Keys scuba diving with conservation.

You’ll gain insight into reef ecology, help protect the ecosystem, and enjoy one of the most unique Key Largo scuba diving experiences available.

Coral Outplant Dive Schedule

• 8:30 AM: Outplanting training at the I.CARE/Key Dives shop (85960 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036). Learn about the reefs being restored through a brief presentation and hands-on demonstration of safe outplanting techniques.
• Lunch Break: 1–2 hour break between the training and dives. Bring your own lunch or explore nearby restaurants. Ask our staff for suggestions.
• 12:15 PM: Check-in at the shop for the afternoon boat
• 12:30 PM: Depart the dock for two dives at the outplanting site, supervised by an I.CARE Divemaster and Key Dives staff. All outplanting equipment provided.
• 4:00–5:00 PM: Return to dock

Conservation & Donations

A $25 donation is required to participate in the Sponge Outplant Dive

Not Participating in Outplanting?

Certified divers can still join this trip to explore the same reef site with guidance from our award-winning team, even if not assisting with coral planting.

Help ICARE care for previous coral babies!(~25ft)

12:30PM – 4:30 PM

Join Key Dives for the I.CARE Maintenance Dive in the Florida Keys, departing at 12:30 PM from Giant Stride [Key Dives] and returning around 4:30 PM.

This special dive experience gives certified scuba divers the chance to actively participate in reef care and conservation alongside the I.CARE program (Island Conservation and Restoration Education), assisting with underwater maintenance, sponge and coral monitoring, and helping protect the vibrant ecosystems that make Key Largo scuba diving world‑renowned. It’s a meaningful way to explore Florida Keys scuba diving adventures while giving back to the ocean and supporting long‑term reef health.

Book now to be part of one of the most rewarding reef dive experiences in the Florida Keys!

Participating in a I.CARE Maintenance dive does require an initial training which takes place the morning of at 11AM

Check-in for the boat: 12:30pm

Tropical Reef Snorkeling – Coral, Fish & Clear Water

12:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Join us for an unforgettable Florida Keys snorkeling adventure exploring the beautiful coral reefs off Islamorada. Our afternoon snorkel trip visits vibrant reef locations where clear water and shallow coral formations make for incredible marine life encounters.

Dive the Florida Keys and give back — Key Dives donates 2% of all dive revenue to coral reef restoration.

After a short boat ride of about 25 minutes, you’ll arrive at reef sites filled with tropical fish, coral formations, and the diverse marine life that makes the Florida Reef Tract so special.

This is a self-guided snorkeling experience, allowing guests to explore the reef at their own pace while our professional captain and crew remain on board to assist and ensure a safe and comfortable trip.

• Perfect for families, first-time snorkelers, and anyone wanting to experience the beauty of the Florida Keys from the surface.

Come see all the things you can't during the day, and TURTLES!

1 hours before Sunset

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• 5-Dive Package: $92 per trip (Discount applied to balance of last dive)
• 3-Dive Package: $97 per trip (Discount applied to balance of last dive)

Experience the reef like never before on a guided night dive in Islamorada. Using dive lights, you’ll explore the reef after dark and encounter nocturnal marine life rarely seen during the day.

At night, the reef transforms: parrotfish settle into coral, lobsters emerge, octopus and moray eels begin hunting, and bioluminescence can light up the water around you. It’s peaceful, mysterious, and unforgettable — the perfect addition to your Florida Keys scuba diving trips.

Night diving offers a completely different reef experience, close-up encounters with elusive species, and a calm, almost meditative underwater atmosphere. It’s ideal for certified divers looking for something unique.

Our night dives are by request and require 6 people to run. Don't see one on the calendar? Please contact the shop to have your date added on the schedule.

What’s Included

• All dives guided at a 1:6 ratio by one of the Best Dive Masters in the Keys – Readers Choice 2026

• Tanks and weights

• Ice cooler and drinking water onboard — bring your own refillable bottle

• Hot freshwater showers on the boat

Check-In

Check in is about 1 hour before sunset.

• Come see the reef after dark — it’s a completely different world and one of the most memorable Islamorada scuba diving experiences in the Florida Keys.

Join Key Dives as we take part in the REEF Great Annual Fish Count through a fish ID class and survey dive/snorkel. The Great Annual Fish Count (GAFC) is a month-long initiative get folks involved REEF’s ongoing Volunteer Fish Survey Project. Every July, recreational divers and snorkelers around the world join in on the fun conducting fish surveys and contributing valuable data to REEF’s global database. Doing REEF surveys allows you to become a citizen scientist and make your dives count toward conservation goals! 

REEF will host a fish ID class at 10am at their Ocean Exploration Center and then you will meet up at Key Dives at 12:30pm for 2 shallow dives. 

www.REEF.org/events/great-annual-fish-count-key-dives-islamorada-florida

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• All dives are guided at a 1:6 ratio by one of the Best Dive Masters in the Keys Readers Choice 2026

• Tanks & weights

• Fresh fruit after your dive

• Ice cooler and drinking water on the boat – please bring a refillable water bottle

• Hot freshwater showers on the boat for rinsing off after your dives

Key Dives donates 2% of all dive revenue toward restoring our coral reefs

By diving with us, you’re helping support conservation and restoration efforts throughout the Florida Reef Tract.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• 24-hour cancellation policy (72 hours during holidays)

• Full refund if Key Dives cancels due to weather or unsafe conditions

Plant sponges on the reef with I.CARE

12:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Join us for an exciting Sponge Outplant Dive, exclusively at Key Dives in the Florida Keys. Departing from Giant Stride in Islamorada, this unique dive combines underwater exploration with hands-on conservation. You’ll observe the fascinating sponge outplanting process while exploring thriving reef habitats — a meaningful way to connect with marine conservation.

Whether you’re new to diving or an experienced diver, this exclusive Key Dives experience showcases the beauty of Florida Keys scuba diving, the diversity of Key Largo reef ecosystems, and the joy of responsible ocean adventure.

Sponge Outplant Dive Schedule

• 8:30 AM: Outplanting training at the Key Dives shop (85960 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036). Learn about sponge ecology, the reefs being restored, and safe outplanting techniques through a brief presentation and hands-on demonstration.
• Already completed training in the past year? You can skip this step and join the boat dive directly.
• Lunch Break: 1–2 hour break between the training and dives. Bring your own lunch or explore nearby restaurants. Ask our staff for suggestions.
• 12:15 PM: Check-in at the shop for the afternoon boat
• 12:30 PM: Depart the dock for two dives at the outplanting site, supervised by a Divemaster and Key Dives staff. All outplanting equipment provided.
• 4:00–5:00 PM: Return to dock
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Not Participating in Outplanting?

Certified divers can still join this trip to explore the same reef site with guidance from our experienced team, even if not assisting with sponge outplanting.

Conservation & Donations

A $25 donation is required to participate in the Sponge Outplant Dive.

Help us remove debris from the reef!

7:45AM – 11:30 AM

Join Key Dives for a rewarding reef cleanup dive in the Florida Keys, departing at 7:45 AM from Giant Stride and returning around 12:00 PM. On this special trip, you’ll take part in underwater debris removal as part of the Goal: Clean Seas Florida Keys initiative, helping remove plastic, fishing gear, and other harmful waste from our precious coral ecosystems. These dives support healthier reefs and marine life while offering a meaningful Florida Keys scuba diving experience with hands‑on conservation work. Whether you’re passionate about ocean stewardship or simply want a dive with purpose, this reef dive is a unique way to explore, protect, and make a difference beneath the waves. Book your spot now to be part of one of the most impactful reef dive experiences in the Florida Keys!

Open Water Referral – Finish Your Scuba Certification in the Florida Keys

2-Day Program

For Dates Within Two Weeks Please Call The Shop To Book

*Your Deposit Covers E-Learning and is non refundable

Already completed your classroom and pool training at home? The Open Water Referral program with Key Dives allows you to complete the final certification dives while exploring the beautiful reefs of the Florida Keys.

Before arriving, your referral paperwork must be completed by your instructor confirming that you have finished the academic and confined water training required for Open Water certification.

Your program begins with a short pool refresh session where you’ll review basic scuba skills and become familiar with the equipment before heading to the ocean.

Check in for the pool refresher at 8:30 a.m. After a short break for lunch around 10:30–11:15 a.m., check in for the afternoon dive boat at 12:30 p.m. for your first two certification dives. The boat returns to the dock around 4:30 p.m.

On the second day, you’ll complete your final two certification dives during the morning dive trip from 7:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Your final session will be adjusted after booking for the following morning.

Small class sizes ensure a relaxed learning environment with a maximum ratio of 1 instructor to 4 students.

$350 Price Includes

• All rental dive gear
• Two 2-tank dive trips (4 dives)
• Required pool refresher session

REQUIREMENTS

Completed ELearning/classroom and pool training through a referral dive center

Minimum age: 10 years old

Participants must be able to swim 200 meters and float for 10 minutes

Health clearance: Complete a medical questionnaire before diving

CANCELLATION POLICY

72-hour cancellation policy

Discover Scuba Diving – Try Scuba in the Florida Keys

8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

For Dates Within Two Weeks Please Call The Shop To Book

Please fill out the medical questionnaire by clicking here

Always wanted to try scuba diving? Discover Scuba Diving with Key Dives is the perfect way to experience breathing underwater for the first time while visiting the Florida Keys.

Your day begins at our Islamorada dive shop with check-in at 8:30 a.m., where your instructor will introduce you to the basics of scuba diving and the equipment you’ll be using. You’ll then practice a few simple skills in the pool to get comfortable breathing underwater in a relaxed and supportive environment.

After the morning training session, there is a break for lunch around 10:30–11:15 a.m. before returning to the shop for the afternoon boat trip.

Check-in for the dive boat is at 12:30 p.m., and we head out to the beautiful coral reefs of the Florida Keys for two guided ocean dives. With your instructor right beside you, you’ll explore shallow reefs filled with colorful tropical fish, coral formations, and vibrant marine life before returning to the dock around 4:30 p.m.

No certification or previous diving experience is required. Just bring your sense of adventure and get ready for an unforgettable underwater experience.

REQUIREMENTS

Participants must be able to swim

Minimum age: 10 years old

A medical evaluation form must be completed prior to participating. Please read the medical questionnaire carefully before your visit. If you have any questions about the form, please contact Key Dives before your scheduled experience.

CANCELLATION POLICY

72-hour cancellation policy.

Full refund if Key Dives cancels due to weather or unsafe conditions.

Open Water Scuba Certification – Learn to Dive in the Florida Keys

3-Day Course

For Dates Within Two Weeks Please Call The Shop To Book

*Your Deposit Covers E-Learning and is non refundable

Ready to become a certified scuba diver? The Open Water Scuba Certification course with Key Dives is your first step to exploring the underwater world and earning your internationally recognized scuba diving certification.

If you’re ready to take the plunge, the Open Water Certification with Key Dives is one of the best ways to learn to scuba dive in the Florida Keys. With small class sizes and experienced instructors, we focus on helping you become a confident and comfortable diver.

Please Note Key Dives will call to confirm scheduling after booking.

The course is completed in three phases.

Phase 1: Knowledge Development

Academic studies are completed online at your own pace before arriving. When you arrive at Key Dives, your instructor will review the material with you to ensure you’re ready for the next steps.

Phase 2: Pool Training (Day 1)

You will spend a full day in the pool learning scuba skills and becoming comfortable with your equipment. We take the time to train you properly so you feel confident before heading to the ocean.

Phase 3: Ocean Dives (Day 2&3)

You will complete four open water dives on the beautiful coral reefs of the Florida Keys where you will apply the skills learned in the pool while exploring vibrant reef habitats and marine life.

Training is conducted with a maximum ratio of 1 instructor to 4 students.

Course cost: $595 Includes:

All rental dive gear

All certification dives

Course work

REQUIREMENTS

Open Water eLearning must be completed prior to the start of the course

Minimum age: 10 years old

Participants must be able to swim 200 meters and float for 10 minutes

Health clearance: Complete a medical questionnaire before diving

If you are the only student scheduled for the course, we will always try to add additional students when possible. If no other students are scheduled, a $50 solo student fee will apply.

CANCELLATION POLICY

72-hour cancellation policy

Scuba Refresher – Refresh Your Scuba Skills in the Florida Keys

Full-Day Program

For Dates Within Two Weeks Please Call The Shop To Book

Haven’t been diving in a while? The Scuba Refresher with Key Dives is designed for certified divers who want to review their dive knowledge and practice basic scuba skills before returning to the ocean.

Your refresher begins with check-in at 8:30 a.m., followed by a review of scuba equipment and important safety concepts. You’ll then enter the pool with your instructor to practice key scuba skills and regain comfort underwater. The pool session typically finishes around 10:30–11:00 a.m.

After a short break, check-in for the afternoon dive boat is at 12:30 p.m., where you’ll head out to the beautiful coral reefs of the Florida Keys to complete two guided dives.

A refresher is required if it has been more than 2 years since your last dive.

Refresher Total: $225 Includes:

• All rental dive gear
• Pool skills session
• One 2-tank dive trip (2 dives)

A pool-only refresher option is also available for $150.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum age: 10 years old
• Prerequisite certification: Open Water Certification
• Health requirements: Must complete a medical questionnaire

CANCELLATION POLICY

72-hour cancellation policy

Advanced Open Water Certification – Explore More of the Florida Keys

2–3 Day Course

For Dates Within Two Weeks Please Call The Shop To Book

*Your Deposit Covers E-Learning and is non refundable

Ready to take your scuba diving to the next level? The Advanced Open Water course with Key Dives helps certified divers build confidence, improve skills, and explore new types of diving in the Florida Keys.

This course is designed to gain experience while diving with your instructor. You’ll complete five adventure dives on the reefs of the Florida Keys while learning new techniques and expanding your underwater skills.

Two dives are required: Deep Diving and Underwater Navigation. You’ll then choose three additional adventure dives based on conditions and your interests. Popular options may include Peak Performance Buoyancy, Fish Identification, Wreck Diving, Night Diving, Drift Diving, and more.

PRICE

$530 Total Includes

• eLearning and instruction
• Three dive trips with instructor(5 adventure dives)

Free Advanced certification with gear new package purchase.

REQUIREMENTS

Must hold an Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent)

15 years or older (12–14 for Jr. Advanced Open Water Diver)

Health clearance: Complete a medical questionnaire before diving

CANCELLATION POLICY

72-hour cancellation policy

Join Key Dives on Saturday May 16th for our annual Wreck Trek!

3-Tank Wreck Trek (3 nitrox tanks required - nitrox certification not required)

Check in at 7:45 a.m. followed by departure to the wrecks.

We arrive back at the dock around 3:00 p.m. 

Price: $200+ $36 for nitrox

Monroe County Residents $150 + nitrox (must have ID with local address)

Our dive plan:

Spiegel in Key Largo 80- 120 ft 

Duane or the Bibb 90-120ft

Eagle 80-110ft

*Dive plan subject to change based on conditions. 

Must be Advanced Open Water or have Deep specialty, Nitrox certification is highly recommended. (ask us how!)

We have a 48 hour cancellation policy, cancel AT LEAST 48 hours in advance to avoid being charged.

Please ensure at minimum you have your Advanced Open Water or equivalent and are comfortable going to 100ft with the possibility of current. Contact Key Dives with any questions or to sign up for your Nitrox specialty course.

Please note: All trips will be charged in full a week prior to their departure date. We have a 48-hour cancellation policy for this dive. Any cancellations inside this 48 hour window will forfeit the full cost of that trip. If Key Dives cancel for issues of weather, there will be no charge for that trip. 

What to bring with you:

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• We provide a cooler, ice, and drinking water on the boat – please bring your own refillable water bottle.
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• Recommend you bring dive gloves to hold onto the line with.
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• We encourage you to bring lunch or snacks. It's a full day on the boat.
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• Towels, sunglasses, hat or protective clothing, and a dry bag for phones, car keys, etc.
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• Please also pack only reef safe sunscreen to help protect our corals. Ingredients to avoid.
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• We also offer Stream2Sea reef safe sunscreen at our shop for purchase. 

 We have hot fresh water showers on the boat for rinsing off after your amazing dives! 

Can't wait til see you all there!

Level up your dive training with the Rescue Diver Course at Key Dives — a transformative program designed to sharpen your awareness, problem‑solving, and emergency response skills in the water. This certification prepares you to prevent and manage dive emergencies, assist other divers with confidence, and improve your overall Florida Keys scuba diving experience. Under the guidance of expert instructors, you’ll complete knowledge development, skill practice, and real‑world scenarios that build competence in self‑rescue, diver assistance, and stress management. Whether you’re seeking personal growth or planning to pursue professional dive leadership, this course enhances your ability to dive safely in Key Largo scuba diving environments and beyond. Book your Rescue Diver Course today and dive with greater awareness and peace of mind!

Please contact the shop directly to schedule your Rescue course today!

info@keydives.com or 3056642211

*Your Deposit Covers E-Learning and is non refundable

World Ocean Day Reef Cleanup Dive

June 8 | 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM

Our reefs need help — and this is your chance to answer the call.

Join Key Dives on World Ocean Day for an underwater debris removal dive as part of the Goal: Clean Seas Florida Keys initiative.

We'll be pulling plastic, abandoned fishing gear, and other harmful waste off the reef — hands in the water, making a real difference.

This isn't just a dive. It's a chance to do something that matters for the coral ecosystems we all depend on.

What to expect: Departure at 7:45 AM, back around 12:00 PM. Open to certified divers who want a dive with purpose.

📍 85960 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada

📞 305-664-2211 @keydives on Facebook & Instagram

Spots are limited — book yours now.