Join Southpoint Divers for a scuba debris cleanup in Key West's stunning reef, a perfect chance to dive, explore, and protect the ocean for ages 10 and up.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a basic level of fitness to handle scuba diving and moderate swimming in ocean conditions.
Wildlife
History
Key West’s coral reef has been protected since 1960, making it one of the earliest marine sanctuaries in the United States.
Conservation
This cleanup directly supports reef resilience by removing harmful debris that threatens coral health and local fisheries.
Southpoint Divers
Join Southpoint Divers for a scuba debris cleanup in Key West's stunning reef, a perfect chance to dive, explore, and protect the ocean for ages 10 and up.
Southpoint Divers is a dive operation based in Key West, Florida, offering PADI training, guided reef dives, and coral conservation experiences. The business provides structured PADI courses including a PADI Open Water Pool Session that combines confined water training and open water dives to certify divers to 60 feet. Short-format programs such as Discover Scuba – a one-day resort course – and Try Scuba Diving (a complimentary 1.5-hour pool session for The Keys Collection guests) introduce newcomers to breathing underwater in safe, controlled conditions.
For returning divers, Southpoint Divers offers an 8-hour Refresher course with a morning pool session followed by a guided 2-tank reef dive. The PADI Enriched Air Nitrox certification blends independent study with a hands-on workshop and gas-analyzer practice. Conservation-focused offerings include the PADI Coral Reef Conservation Specialty, Coral Nursery / Out-planting through a hands-on day with the Coral Restoration Foundation™, and a Coral Health Experience conducted in partnership with Mission: Iconic Reef to collect observations that support NOAA efforts. The team also hosts free Debris Cleanup events open to divers aged 10 and up.
Southpoint Divers delivers training and guided dives that follow PADI standards and emphasizes safety, progressive skill-building, and real-world application of skills on reef dives. The operation supports both recreational diving and measurable conservation activities, enabling visitors and residents of Key West to pursue certification, night and sunset dives, enriched-air diving, and direct participation in coral restoration and reef monitoring projects.
Location
Key West, FL
Dives depart from Key West waters
Tours Offered
10 Experiences
Ranging from pool sessions to reef dives
Certifications
PADI Courses
Open Water, Nitrox, specialties
Conservation Partners
CRF™ & Mission: Iconic Reef
Hands-on coral restoration projects
Reserve now to secure PADI training, guided reef dives, Nitrox certification, or a hands-on coral restoration experience in Key West.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin without harming marine life by choosing biodegradable, reef-safe sunscreen before your dive.
Check Your Equipment Beforehand
Ensure all your scuba gear is functioning properly to enjoy a safe and hassle-free cleanup dive.
Stay Hydrated
Florida’s sun and saltwater can be dehydrating, so drink plenty of water before and after your dive.
Respect Marine Life
Avoid touching corals or wildlife; focus on picking up debris to minimize disturbance to the reef ecosystem.
Full Scuba Gear Set
Includes mask, fins, regulator, buoyancy control device, and tank for a complete and safe diving experience.
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects your skin while preserving the health of the fragile coral reefs.
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Dive Gloves
Helps protect your hands while picking up debris without harming marine life.
Waterproof Underwater Camera
Capture stunning underwater moments and the amazing recovery efforts you participate in.