Dry Tortugas Diving Adventures with Finz Dive Charters, Key West
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–10 hours depending on trip type
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness needed to handle boat transfers, equipment rigging, and sustained diving activity.
Overview
Finz Dive Charters takes you beyond Key West to the remote Dry Tortugas for private and public dive trips amidst pristine reefs and storied wrecks. Discover why these charters are a diving highlight off Florida’s coast.
Dry Tortugas Diving Adventures with Finz Dive Charters, Key West
Adventure Tips
Secure your dive certification
Participants must hold a valid scuba certification to join most charters; refresher courses are available for those needing a skills update.
Arrive early for gear fitting
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before departure to ensure proper equipment setup and briefing.
Check weather conditions
Weather can affect visibility and safety on the open Gulf waters. Confirm conditions and cancellations in advance.
Pack reef-safe sunscreen
Use biodegradable, reef-safe sunscreen to protect yourself without harming coral ecosystems during topside breaks.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Green sea turtles
- Southern stingrays
History
Dry Tortugas National Park was established in 1992 to protect its historic Fort Jefferson and critical marine habitat.
Conservation
Finz Dive Charters promotes reef conservation by encouraging responsible diving practices and participating in local cleanup efforts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
5mm wetsuit
Provides thermal protection during cooler months and deeper dives.
fall|winter|spring specific
Dive computer
Monitors depth and dive time to ensure safe decompression limits.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin without damaging coral reef ecosystems.
summer|null specific
Underwater camera
Captures the stunning marine life and shipwrecks unique to the Dry Tortugas.