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Afternoon 2-Tank Reef Dive

Guided

Duration: 4 hours

Features

Free Cancellation
On the Water
Kid Friendly
Wildlife
Locally Owned
Instant Book
$149 Certified Diver with Gear Package
(Tanks, weights, BCD & regulator (wetsuit if need))
$113 Certified Diver tanks/weights only
(Option to add gear piece by piece)
$70 Snorkeler/Rider
(Reef Snorkeling- must be 10+ years old)

Description

Florida Keys Sanctuary 2 Tank Reef Dive & Snorkel

Explore the world’s third largest barrier reef and only living coral barrier reef within the United States! Snorkel or dive into the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary with our afternoon 2 tank reef dives! 

Only certified divers can enjoy the 2-tank dive, but snorkelers are also welcome to join the adventure, with depths ranging from just 25 to 35 feet (8 to 11 meters)! A short boat ride away, our Captain will select locations daily based on the best conditions for clear and calm diving, ensuring the best experience for you and your family! 
This is the ultimate way to explore the sanctuary’s 80 species of hard and soft corals. If you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of one of the seven species of dolphins or an elusive West Indian manatee! A broad diversity of tropical and subtropical fish all await your entrance to the crystal-clear, warm waters!

Duration of Adventure

  1. 4 hours total
  2. Two 1 hour long reef dives
  3. Check in at 1:00 pm and return around 5:00 to 5:30 pm 

Location / Where to Meet

  1. Shop Address: 606 Front St, Key West, FL 33040
  2. You will meet right at the store and then walk over to the boat that docks directly across the street from the shop at the Hyatt Resort and Marina. There is no free parking nearby but there is street side and paid parking available. Paid parking can be located at 700 Front St, Key West, FL 33040.

Ages & Requirements

  1. No age requirement for diving but the minor must be certified and comfortable diving
  2. 10+ years old to snorkel
  3. A parent must be on the boat if the minor is under 14
  4. If the minor is between 14 to 17 years old, a parent must sign an emergency consent to treat form 
  5. For 14 to 17 years old, the situation of a parent accompanying on boat will be determined case-by-case 
  6. All participants must be certified to dive unless they are snorkeling
  7. All diving participants must have been diving within the past 2 years
  8. You must be able to climb a ladder back into the boat
  9. Gear ranges from XS to 3XL as well as children’s BCDs and wetsuits
  10. There will be a medical questionnaire that must be filled out ahead of the dive. If you answer yes to certain questions, you may be asked to obtain a signed doctor's note clearing you for the activity. The questionnaire often used can also be searched as the PADI/DAN Medical Scuba Statement/questionnaire. 

What’s Included

  1. Rental scuba equipment (BCDs, wetsuits, regulators, etc.) - if this option is selected
  2. Rental tank & weights only - if this option is selected and you can add gear piece by piece for extra cost
  3. 2 tank reef, boat dives
  4. Boat ride to locations
  5. Water is provided and a cooler if anyone wants to bring their own snacks

Not Included

  1. Gratuity - Never expected but if you have a great experience, please consider gifting 10-25% to your guides and captain!
  2. Rental equipment - is an extra fee to add gear piece by piece or select the full gear option if you need
  3. Professional scuba guide - can be added for an extra fee
  4. Nitrox can be added for an extra fee - you must show proof of certification for this
  5. Certifications - this is solely 2 dives for certified divers
  6. Prescription masks are not available so please bring your own or rent from another shop ahead of the dive

What to Bring / Wear

  1. Swimsuit
  2. Towel
  3. Reef-Safe Sunscreen
  4. Extra layers of clothing - sweatshirts and warm hats
  5. Dry bag
  6. Snacks & Water
  7. Certification card (plus nitrox certification card if applicable)
  8. Required paperwork - Signed medical form if required, waivers, etc.
  9. Waterproof & Pressure Proof Camera (e.g. GoPros NEED the special DIVE case) - The company is not responsible for any damaged or lost items.
  10. Seasickness medications - If you are prone to seasickness, it is recommended to take sea sickness medication at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before the scheduled boat time. It is too late to take the medication if you are already seasick on the boat.
  11. Please remove any jewelry, watches, or anything that can get caught by the equipment or damaged by the water and pressure.

Wildlife Guidelines

Please refrain from touching, feeding, or harassing any wildlife you come across such as dolphins, manatees, shellfish, turtles, etc. Calmly watch from a distance! Also, please be aware of your body placement and equipment when around the reefs and wrecks. There is fragile coral, and many wrecks are rusting and breaking down, therefore to avoid damaging them further, please don't knock into them!

Check out our tours from an aerial view!

ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Southpoint Divers

FAQs

Can I fly after diving? **ANY elevation above 1000FT (305m) is DANGEROUS

Flying directly after scuba diving is incredibly dangerous and could result in a life-threatening illness called the Bends/Decompression Sickness. The Divers Alert Network (DAN) guidelines for flying after diving include:

  1. A single no-decompression dive, a minimum preflight surface or any driving to above 1000ft (305m) interval of 12 hours suggested.
  2. Multiple dives per day or multiple days of diving, a minimum preflight surface or any driving to above 1000ft (305m) interval of 18 hours is suggested.
  3. Dives requiring decompression stops are recommended to have longer than 18 hours.

Please discuss with your dive guide ahead of time what is suggested!

Can I bring a camera?

You are welcome to bring a camera but it is your responsibility to ensure it is in a DIVE safe case. Pressure increases when you are diving down and although it doesn't feel all that different to you, it will impact your camera. To be safe, a case certified to 60 feet or 18 meters is a good idea!

GoPros for example have a specific clear dive housing that is rated to bring them to depth. The case must be more than just waterproof, also depth and pressure proof. The company is not responsible for any damaged or lost equipment.

Cancellation Policy

ALL CANCELATIONS MUST BE EMAILED TO CANCELLATIONS@SOUTHPOINTDIVERS.COM

  1. Any reservation canceling within 24 hours of dive will not receive a refund
  2. All excursions require a minimum number of participants or may be subject to cancellation.
  3. Southpoint Divers is not responsible for any lost or stolen goods.
  4. All minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times!

NO REFUNDS IF YOU DO NOT SHOW UP

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606 Front St

Key West, FL, 33040

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