Aerial view of the Florida Keys Dive Center boat on crystal-clear turquoise water off Islamorada

Islamorada · Florida Keys

Dive The Keys

Daily guided dives from Three Waters Marina — reefs, wrecks, and PADI courses.

Two departures daily365 days a yearReefs under 20 min from the dockPADI instructor on every diveFree beer after the dive

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Florida Keys Dive Center is a PADI 5-Star dive center in Islamorada, Florida Keys, offering daily scuba and snorkel charters, PADI certification courses, spearfishing, and lobster diving, all departing from Three Waters Marina. Our morning charters put certified divers on Islamorada's most iconic dive sites: the Eagle wreck, the Duane, and Crocker Wall. Afternoon trips run on the shallow patch reefs and are open to certified divers and snorkelers alike.

Scuba diver giant-striding off the dive boat into bright blue Florida Keys water

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Morning Departure · 8:00 AM

Morning Deep Reef & Wreck Dives

Our most popular daily departure. Hit the Keys' most legendary reef and wreck sites — including The Eagle and Crocker Wall — on a guided morning dive with our PADI instructors.

4 hours2 divesAges 12+From $115

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Snorkeler over a shallow sunlit coral reef in the Florida Keys

Afternoon · Divers & Snorkelers

Afternoon Scuba & Snorkel Trips

Shallow, sunlit patch reefs, clear water, and no certification required to join.

Course

Open Water Certification

Earn your PADI Open Water certification in the Florida Keys.

Spearfishing divers in blue Florida Keys water

Charter

Spearfishing & Lobster Charters

Hunt the reef, fill the cooler.

Charter

Private Charters

Up to 5 guests on a Newton dive boat with a dedicated captain and guide.

Aerial view of a shallow Florida Keys coral reef in turquoise water

School of yellow grunts over a shallow reef

Nurse shark in crystal-clear shallow water

Spotted eagle ray gliding through blue water

Dive boat moored over a shallow reef, seen from above

Schooling grunts around coral heads at Hens and Chickens reef

Snorkeler with a sea turtle in shallow water

Discover Scuba student smiling in the pool with an instructor

Learn to Dive

Get Scuba Certified in the Florida Keys

There's no better place to earn your scuba certification than the warm, clear waters of the Florida Keys. Florida Keys Dive Center offers the full range of PADI scuba courses — from complete beginner to Divemaster — taught by our in-house PADI Instructors in open water conditions year-round.

Discover Scuba Diving

Not ready to commit to a full course? Try scuba diving for the first time with a guided introduction in shallow water. No experience needed — just show up.

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Open Water Certification

The most popular scuba course in the world — and the best place to take it is right here. Real reef dives from day one. A lifetime certification you can use anywhere.

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Advanced Open Water

Already certified? Unlock deeper dive sites, wreck penetration, and night diving — including the Florida Keys' deepest wrecks. Five specialty dives over two days.

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Islamorada's Most Trusted Dive Center

Safety. Expertise. Every Single Dive.

PADI 5-Star certification means every instructor, every piece of equipment, and every dive operation meets the highest standards in recreational diving. Florida Keys Dive Center has been running guided scuba diving trips in the Florida Keys since 2012 — two departures daily, 365 days a year, from our base at Three Waters Marina.

#1Attention to Safety · US & Canada
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5×Readers' Choice Award Winner

PADI5-Star Dive Center

NOAABlue Star Operator

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Florida Keys Dive Center boat on bright turquoise water at the reef

Why Dive With Us

The Keys' Most Trusted Dive Center

Every Dive is Guided

You're never in the water alone. From your first breath underwater on a Discover Scuba lesson to your hundredth dive on a deep wreck, our guides are with you at depth.

Based at Three Waters Marina

We operate out of Three Waters Marina at MM 84.5 in Islamorada, one of the best-positioned departure points in the Upper Florida Keys. The reefs and wrecks we dive are minutes offshore.

World-Class Reefs & Wrecks

The Florida Keys has some of the best scuba diving in the United States and Islamorada sits at the heart of it. The Eagle, The Duane, Crocker Wall, and dozens of living coral reefs are all within reach.

Reviews

See What Our Divers Say

★★★★★

As good as it gets

Amazing is a severe understatement when describing everything about this dive center. By far, it is my most favorite. My family came down to the Keys for vacation and with scuba diving being our main focus, this dive center gave us everything we wanted and so much more. As unbelievably good as the dive sites were, the factor that made our dives the most fun they could be was the incredible staff both on and off the boat. I wish I could say more about the dive center as a whole, but take my word for it. The diving environment here was as safe and as fun as it could possibly be. If you don't believe me, go book some dives for yourself. You won't regret it.

★★★★★

Highly recommended!

We did two days of diving, morning and afternoon, during mini lobster season. This is a very busy and lucrative time for the keys however the boat was not overly crowded and it was a great price. Capt Allison was amazing! She is friendly and knowledgeable. You can tell she loves her job. Our dive guide during all 8 dives was Kyle. We were able to limit out thanks to him. He paid attention to the important stuff so we could focus on catching lobster. He would also point stuff out to us. He was laid back and made the dives easier and enjoyable. Everyone on the boat was friendly. Staff felt like family; they were all helpful and accommodating. We will definitely be diving with them again!

★★★★★

Excellent Dive Operation

Captain Jason and team were highly professional, efficient and environmentally conscious! We had 3 days of diving with Diving With a Purpose to certify in maritime archaeology, and they easily accommodated our technical needs. They were extremely helpful in getting 20+ divers in and out of the water quickly and safely and even helped with special equipment. I would definitely dive with them again. Don't forget to bring an insulated tumbler for the water cooler on board as that is the standard for dive operations today. If you pull a rookie move and forget it, you can purchase one in their shop.

★★★★★

Best Dive Experience!

I got my Open Water Certification in December, 2021 and came back in May 2022 to get my Advanced Open Water Certification. I love the whole crew at FKDC. They are all knowledgeable and wonderfully kind people. I got lots of support and encouragement from everyone there and appreciate their focus on safety. I will definitely be coming back! Kudos to my teachers Claire, Charlie, Scuba Joe and to boat Captain Jason. Great experience every time!

★★★★★

Great Dive with a great crew!

Outstanding group of folks running the shop here, I was at a sister location where my dive was canceled and they let me swap and join their crew for the afternoon. I had a great dive instructor guiding us in Anne and learned a great safety tip from Scuba Joe. All around very happy with them!!

Explore the Reef

Iconic Florida Keys Dive Sites

The Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary protects some of the most biodiverse reef systems in North America. From Islamorada, FKDC's daily charters reach historic wrecks and living coral walls that are accessible to divers at every certification level.

Large school of yellow and silver fish above a coral reef

15–20 ft

Patch Reef

Davey Crocker

One of the highest populations of fish life in our area.

The Duane, a retired Coast Guard cutter, before sinking

100–120 ft

Wreck

The Duane

A retired USCG cutter resting upright — a legendary deep wreck dive.

15 ft

Shallow Reef

Morada

A stunning shallow reef known for its purple sea fans.

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Plan your stay

Dive & Stay in Islamorada

Stay steps from the dock at Three Waters Resort & Marina, Islamorada's premier waterfront resort. We're working with the property on exclusive dive + stay packages. In the meantime, explore accommodation options close to our marina.

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Aerial view of the Islamorada sandbar and turquoise shallows

Ready to Dive?

Two Departures Daily. Book Your Spot.

Morning and afternoon charters run year-round from Three Waters Marina. Whether you're booking a charter, a course, or just have questions — we're here.

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