Half Day Scuba Diving Trip in the Florida Keys

Overview

Come join us SCUBA diving some of the most beautiful reefs within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and Pennekamp State Park. We have many different reefs to explore: Molasses, Elbow, French Reef and the famous Christ of the Abyss on Dry Rocks. These protected areas offer an opportunity to see turtles, spotted eagle rays, moray eels and a variety of different fish. These special reefs are part of the 3rd largest living reef system in the world and the ONLY living coral reef in the US. We stop at two different sites on the reef. The sites are chosen by the captain based on the day's sea conditions. We cannot guarantee any specific sites.

IMPORTANT: You MUST be SCUBA certified with recent dive experience for this activity. If you have not been diving in more than one year, you may be required to hire a guide at an additional charge. If you have not been diving in over two years, you will be required to take a refresher course. Single divers may be required to hire a guide.

City: Key Largo

Sun 29 Jun

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Starting at $115.00

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What's Included

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Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (127)

N6020FVerinm

Mar 2025

I came to Pirate’s Cove Watersports as a Scuba referral and I left a certified diver! Liber is a phenomenal instructor who helped me overcome some of my struggles withholding my nose under water. He has a lot of experience and he made the training calm and easy for me. He is very thorough and teaches at your pace. Brad the captain truly cares about safety and fun on his boat. He is knowledgeable about the snorkel/dive stops and can direct you where to go! Joe was great to have on board, keeping the energy up and making sure we were all being safe. I HIGHLY recommend Pirate’s Cove Watersports!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you so much for your amazing review! Congratulations on becoming a certified diver! 🎉 We're thrilled to hear that Liber made your training experience smooth and enjoyable—he's truly a fantastic instructor. Captain Brad and Joe will be so happy to know they helped make your time on the water both safe and fun. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you back for more underwater adventures soon!

cjqualters

Mar 2025

We have taken Pirates cove on dozens of snorkel trips over the last 8 years and this time they got us certified for SCUBA. It was amazing ! Liber was a phenomenal instructor, Everyone in the whole shop is so nice and super helpful. In all the years we’ve been going on trips with them, we have NEVER had a bad experience. All the captains and mates are top notch and will help you with anything you need. Want to SCUBA or Snorkel ? This is your boat !!! Period !!!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for your unwavering support over the past eight years and for sharing your recent experience with us. We're thrilled to have been part of your snorkeling adventures and are honored that you chose us for your SCUBA certification. Liber is indeed a phenomenal instructor, and we're delighted that his guidance made your certification process amazing. Our entire team strives to create a friendly and helpful environment, and it's heartening to know that our captains and mates have consistently met your expectations. Your enthusiastic recommendation means the world to us. We look forward to many more years of adventures together, whether snorkeling or SCUBA diving.

dulacdoc

Mar 2025

Dove Sunday morning March 2nd with my daughter. We have dove with Pirate's Cove many times and always experience a highly professional, safe operation. Arrival and Check in at 8:30 are smooth, they have ipads to fill out the safety waivers so it goes quickly. Sarah at the front desk runs a smooth operation. Our boat that morning had Brad as the Captain and Krissy as the first mate. Don't let Brad's groaner jokes and casual attitude fool you, he is a professional who takes the safety and enjoyment of the snorklers and divers very seriously. First time with Krissy as the first mate, she was a blast - high energy and also displayed a perfect combination of safety and fun. The boat left the dock about 9am and is on site about 30 minutes later. We dove Elbow reef and the visibility and diving was perfect. We had two separate dives on two separate reefs without the boat having to go to a new site. Christine was our guide and as always she was amazing - calm, knowledgeable, and focused on our experience. We highly recommend Pirate's Cove if you are thinking of diving or snorkeling in the keys!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you so much for the kind and detailed review! We’re so glad to hear that you and your daughter had another great experience with us at Pirate’s Cove. It’s fantastic that the check-in process went smoothly, and we’re happy to hear Sara, Brad, Krissy, and Christine all contributed to making your dive trip enjoyable and memorable. We take safety very seriously while maintaining a fun and relaxed atmosphere, and it’s great to know Brad and Krissy’s professionalism and energy added to your experience. We’re also thrilled that the visibility at Elbow Reef was perfect for your dives! Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you both back for your next adventure in the Keys!