Key Largo Dive Charters & Florida Keys Scuba Diving
Go Scuba Diving in Key Largo and the Florida Keys with Scuba-Fun
Scuba-Fun has partnered with top dive boat operators in the Florida Keys to offer premier Key Largo dive charters to all the beautiful dive sites within and adjacent to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.
Our partnerships with esteemed dive operators enable us to schedule dives at popular reef dive sites, including Molasses Reef and Christ of the Abyss, as well as renowned shipwrecks such as the Spiegel Grove and Eagle. We can also coordinate dives at destinations further south, such as the Vandenberg in Key West.
Why are Key Largo dive charters so popular for scuba diving?
Key Largo is The Ultimate Diving Capital
Key Largo, often referred to as the “Diving Capital of the World,” is a sought-after destination for divers. Located approximately 60 miles south of Miami, it’s a tropical paradise that attracts both experienced divers and novices. There are numerous Key Largo dive sites available for divers of all skill levels to explore.
With its easy accessibility, unique marine environments, and stress-relieving dives, Key Largo remains a bucket-list destination for those passionate about scuba diving.
Explore North America’s Only Living Coral Reef
One of the standout features that make Key Largo a must-visit diving spot is its pristine, living coral reef—the only one of its kind in North America. This vibrant underwater ecosystem offers a breathtaking array of marine life, making every dive an extraordinary experience filled with color and motion.
See an Abundance of Wildlife
During your scuba diving trip, you’ll have the opportunity to encounter a captivating variety of marine life. You will spend a full hour at each dive site, giving you plenty of time to appreciate the vibrant underwater world. You can marvel at the diverse array of colorful tropical fish darting through the water, schools of fish hovering in the water column, nurse and reef sharks swimming by, stingrays hiding in the sand bottom, and, if you’re lucky, spot majestic sea turtles gliding through their natural habitat.
Discover Incredible Wreck Sites
Key Largo has fascinating wreck sites beyond the reefs, such as the world-famous Spiegel Grove, Duane, Bibb, Eagle, and Benwood. These sites attract explorers from around the world and offer insights into maritime history and unique underwater landscapes for divers to explore.
Plenty of Bottom Time on Your Reef Dives
At each dive site on the reefs during your scuba trip, you’ll have a full hour to explore the coral reef. This generous time frame allows you to observe the vibrant marine life leisurely. The average depth of our reef dive sites is 25-30 feet. The duration of wreck dives will be based on your air consumption, as they are deep dives.
A Relaxing Escape
Diving in Key Largo is more than just exploration; it’s an escape from the everyday grind. Immersing yourself in these serene waters provides an unparalleled opportunity to connect with nature and offers a sense of tranquility.
Key Largo Dive Charters Basic Information
Departure Times & Check-In Info for Key Largo Dive Charters
Dive trips depart twice daily, usually between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m., and again between 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. The departure times for night dive trips vary depending on the time of the year. It is important to check in at our shop location 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time for your trip. All trips consist of two tank charters (except for night dives), allowing you to enjoy two dives during the trip.
Upon check-in, please have your certification card ready. Moreover, we will also inquire about the date of your last dive. Although dives are not automatically guided, you can request a guide when booking your trips. Kindly review our dive policies below.
Scuba Diving Equipment Rental Rates
When planning your underwater adventure, understanding the equipment rental rates is crucial for a seamless experience. Depending on how you travel, you may decide not to bring your dive gear but to rent at your dive destination. We have plenty of scuba gear of all sizes available for rent for your convenience. Please also refer to our rental gear section for info on renting individual gear items.
Bestseller Dive Packages
The shown rates are per person per dive trip and based on two divers on a reservation. Rates are subject to change.
$100
Dive Charter with t/W Only
Bring your gear
You bring all your scuba gear, we provide tanks and weights for your dive trip. Our most economical offer.
$140
Dive charter with full gear
Rent all gear
We provide tanks, weights, BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, snorkel, and fins for your dive trip
$140
dive charter with dive guide
Dive with a guide
You bring all your scuba gear, we provide tanks, weights, and a dive professional as your dedicated dive guide on your dive trip,
$175
all-inclusive dive charter
Full gear & guide
We provide tanks, weights, BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, and a professional dive guide for your dive trip.
Note: If you’re diving solo, hiring a scuba guide is mandatory to ensure your safety. Solo diving is not permitted without a guide.
Complete Key Largo Dive Charter Rates Overview
The dive rates are “starting at” prices and are subject to change. Prices are per person and include tanks and weights for your dives. “Full gear” means BCD, regulator, wetsuit and mask, snorkel, and fins in addition to tanks and weights, “Guide” refers to a Scuba-Fun dive guide.
| Item | Price | Item | Price | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Tank Dive Trip w/ tanks & weights, starting at | $100 | Nitrox Tank (Upper Keys) | $14 | INT Adapter, per trip | $3 |
| 2 Tank Dive Trip w/ full gear, starting at | $140 | Dive Guide 1 Diver | $65 | Dive Light, per trip | $10 |
| 2 Tank Dive Trip w/ guide*, starting at | $140 | Dive Guide starting at 2 Divers, per diver | $40 | Digital Action Camera (SD card to keep), per trip | $35 |
| All-Inclusive Dive Trip w/ full gear & guide*, starting at | $170 | Dive Computer, per trip | $15 | SMB, per trip | $3 |
| Multiple Trip Packages Price starting at | incl. Tanks & Weights, Fuel Surcharges (FS) | incl. Tanks & Weights, FS, Guide* | incl. Full Gear, FS | All-Inclusive Full Gear, FS, & Guide* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Trips / 6 Dives | $270 | $390 | $390 | $510 |
| 4 Trips / 8 Dives | $350 | $510 | $510 | $660 |
| 5 Trips / 10 Dives | $425 | $625 | $625 | $800 |
Rates are subject to change.
*Scuba-Fun guides are experienced scuba professionals, such as Divemasters and Instructors, who ensure that you have the best dive experience with us. Our guide fee as mentioned above is based on two or more divers per guide (never more than six divers per guide). There is a surcharge of $25 per trip for individual divers if no other divers wish to be guided on a particular dive trip.
Guides on specialty charters such as lobster dives are charged $65 per trip per diver based on two or more divers ($90 for individual divers).
Rates for Key Largo Dive Charters vs. Rates in Tavernier, Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine Key & Key West
Rates for diving services differ slightly in different areas of the Florida Keys. The above charter rates reflect starting prices for Key Largo dive charters and may be subject to surcharges for charters and rentals south of Key Largo. Please contact us for a quote.
General Dive Policies
- Divers under 18 without an adult dive buddy must take a guide for all booked dives.
- If it has been over two years since the last dive, you must take a scuba refresher course.
Reef Dives (Open Water Diver level)
- If it has been over a year since the last dive you are required to take a guide for at least your first dive trip out. The same applies if your dive with us will be the first one in salt water or the first one after your training dives for certification.
- Divers will need a timepiece/dive computer for their dives when diving without a guide.
Wreck/Deep Dives (Advanced Open Water Diver level and higher)
- Advanced or higher certified divers need to have proof of one deep dive logged within the last year to dive without a dive guide. Open Water Diver certified divers must take a dive guide for all deep dives.
- Each diver must have their dive computer and SMB. No exceptions! These can be rented or purchased at the shop if need be.
- Divers under the age of 15 cannot participate in any deep dives.
Can non-certified individuals participate in Key Largo dive charters?
Absolutely! Non-certified individuals can certainly join in on the fun during Key Largo dive charters. While they won’t be able to scuba dive, they can still have a memorable experience by snorkeling alongside certified divers or just riding along on the dive boat. This allows everyone, certified or not, to enjoy the stunning Florida reefs and vibrant marine life together.
It’s a fantastic way for families and friends to share an adventure, ensuring everyone feels included. Keep in mind, however, that any accompanying guests should be at least six years old, which is the minimum age for participants on such excursions.
By combining both snorkeling and scuba diving, it ensures that everyone, regardless of their diving certification, can make the most of their excursion and enjoy the wonders of the underwater world. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times, in and out of the water.
