Join our charity shallow reef scuba diving trips in Islamorada. Expert guides, vibrant coral, marine life encounters. Book your Florida Keys dive today.

Reef Explorer

Afternoon Reef Dives Islamorada | Key Dives

Expert guided coral restoration dive in Islamorada. Plant corals, restore reefs, make impact. Book today.

Coral Plant Keys

I.CARE Conservation Dive Islamorada | Key Dives

Expert guided Eagle wreck dive in Islamorada. 287-foot freighter at 110 feet with marine life.

Eagle Keys

Advanced Eagle Wreck Scuba Islamorada | Key Dives

Expert-guided buoyancy and drift diving specialty course. Master weightless hovering and current navigation techniques. Book your advanced training today.

Deep Skills

Master the Deep Buoyancy Course | Key Dives

Dive 35-60ft outer reefs off Islamorada with expert guides. Morning charters, coral restoration support.

Deeper Reef Keys

Deep Reef Scuba Diving Islamorada | Key Dives

Master scuba diving fundamentals with expert instructors. Complete your PADI certification course.

Blue Certification

PADI Open Water Certification | Key Dives

Morgan grew up in South Carolina and discovered scuba diving while attending Clemson University, where she joined a research lab that came down to the Florida Keys to study the local reefs. After graduating with a degree in biology, she joined the biomedical research field before realizing the ocean was where she was meant to be. After running away to Honduras to complete her divemaster certification, she made her way over to Maui where she worked as a whale watch guide, divemaster, sea turtle technician, and coral nursery tech before finally completing her instructor rating. Morgan is excited to be a part of Key Dives conservation efforts to preserve the reefs and to actively work towards a healthier planet. You can find her underwater waving at all of the fish and blowing kisses to the baby coral outplants.

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85960 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036, USA

85960 Overseas Hwy

Islamorada

85960 Overseas Hwy # 6, Islamorada, FL 33036, USA

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86700 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036, USA

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Classic Florida Keys Reef Dives (35-60 ft)<h5>7:45 AM – 11:30 AM</h5> 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. <h3> </h3><h3>What’s Included</h3>• All dives are guided at a 1:6 ratio by one of the Best Dive Masters in the Keys Readers Choice 2026&nbsp;&nbsp;• Tanks &amp; weights&nbsp;&nbsp;• Fresh fruit after your dive&nbsp;&nbsp;• Ice cooler and drinking water on the boat – please bring a refillable water bottle&nbsp;&nbsp;• Hot freshwater showers on the boat for rinsing off after your dives &nbsp;• 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)&nbsp;&nbsp;• Full refund if Key Dives cancels due to weather or unsafe conditions

The Giant Stride

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Charity - Florida Keys Scuba Diving Trips - Deeper Reef 

Shallow Florida Keys Reef Dives (~25 ft)<h5>12:30PM – 4:30 PM</h5> 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 &amp; 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

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Charity - Florida Keys Scuba Diving Trips - Shallow Reef

Eagle Wreck Dive – Advanced (100 ft)<h5>Fridays – 7:45 AM – 11:30 AM</h5> 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. <h3>What’s Included</h3>• All dives guided at a 1:6 ratio• Tanks &amp; 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.

Charity - Eagle Wreck Dive | Florida Keys Scuba Adventure

ICARE Fee

Help ICARE plant Coral on the reef!<h5>12:30 PM – 4:00 PM</h5> 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.<h2> </h2> <h3>Coral Outplant Dive Schedule</h3><ul><li>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.</li><li>Lunch Break: 1–2 hour break between the training and dives. Bring your own lunch or explore nearby restaurants. Ask our staff for suggestions.</li><li>12:15 PM: Check-in at the shop for the afternoon boat</li><li>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.</li><li>4:00–5:00 PM: Return to dock</li></ul> <h3>Conservation &amp; Donations</h3>A $25 donation is required to participate in the Sponge Outplant Dive <h3>Not Participating in Outplanting?</h3>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.

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Charity - I.CARE Coral Planting Dive and Shallow Reef | Florida Keys

Florida Keys Scuba Diving Trips - Deeper Reef

Florida Keys Scuba Diving Trips - Shallow Reef

Eagle Wreck Dive | Florida Keys Scuba Adventure

Key Dives operates a spacious 42′ Newton dive boat, perfect for exploring Islamorada’s waters. The boat accommodates up to 25 divers or 36 snorkelers, though daily trips are limited to 18 divers for comfort. Private charters allow up to the Coast Guard maximum of 24 divers or 37 snorkelers.

Trade your shoes for fins and discover a world most people only see on screen. This comprehensive certification course is designed for beginners, taking you from the basics of dive theory in the classroom to your very first breaths underwater in a controlled environment. Under the guidance of expert instructors, you’ll master essential safety skills, buoyancy control, and equipment handling. By the end of the week, you’ll complete your open-water check-out dives and earn a lifetime certification to explore the world’s oceans up to 18 meters. No prior experience is necessary—just a sense of adventure and a love for the water!

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Into the Blue: PADI Open Water Certification

I.CARE Coral Planting Dive and Shallow Reef | Florida Keys

Take your diving to the next level by mastering the skills that separate the amateurs from the experts. This specialty course focuses on the two most critical components of a graceful dive: perfect buoyancy and current navigation. You’ll learn the "Zen" of trim, fine-tuning your weighting to hover weightless like an astronaut, and discover the thrill of drift diving—using the ocean's natural currents to glide effortlessly over vibrant reefs. Perfect for divers looking to extend their bottom time, protect fragile marine life, and feel completely at home in the blue.

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