Miami Beach Diving & Snorkeling with Tarpoon Lagoon
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in reasonable physical condition, comfortable swimming and able to handle basic snorkeling or diving skills.
Overview
Dive or snorkel just 30 minutes off Miami Beach with Tarpoon Lagoon Dive Center. Whether you're a certified diver or a beginner, discover vibrant coral reefs, wrecks, and abundant marine life on daily guided trips.
Miami Beach Dive & Snorkel Trip
Ages 12+ | 12:00pm Daily & 8:30am Weekends
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of diving in Miami Beach, exploring vibrant coral reefs and intriguing wreck sites. With options for certified divers, beginners, and snorkelers, enjoy a guided adventure filled with diverse marine life. Conveniently located with stress-free amenities, this unforgettable underwater journey awaits just 30 minutes offshore!
*Featuring reef and wreck sites right off of picturesque Miami Beach! *
Rates
Certified Diver: $115 includes weights & tanks Certified Diver with Guide: $180.00 includes weights & tanks Ages 10+
Discover Scuba Diving Experience: $350 Begins at 9 am - includes a video, pool learning session, and 2 dives in the ocean with an instructor. Please Select the 1pm Dive trip to reserve your spot on the boat. Check in is 9 am. Ages 10+
Snorkeler: $115 Ages 7+ with an accompanying adult
Ride Along: $100
ReActivate/Refresher: $350 Begins at 9 am - includes a pool session with an instructor to refresh your emergency skill, bouyancy, signals, and other dive skills followed by 2 dives in the ocean with an instructor.
Schedule
Monday - Friday: 12:00pm Saturday - Sunday: 8am & 12:00 pm
We dive everyday!
Trip Duration
4 Hours
About
We will travel 30 minutes offshore from Miami Beach on a 46' Newton dive boat (conveniently located 10 seconds from the shop!) to the northern tract of South Florida's coral reef system - which features a variety of marine life from schools of tropical fish, lobsters, turtles, sting rays, large hermit crabs and conchs, the occasional nurse shark hiding under a rock ledge, and maybe even dolphins at the surface!
What to Expect
Tarpoon Lagoon is proud to have all the amenities needed for your dives in ONE LOCATION with FREE parking in the heart of South Beach! This makes for a very stress free, enjoyable experience.
Morning Charter
7:30 am - Check in at Tarpoon Lagoon Dive Center 8:30 am - Departure of the Boat 12:30 pm - End of Day
Afternoon Charter
12:00 pm - Check in at Tarpoon Lagoon Dive Center 1:00 pm - Departure of the Boat 5:00 pm - End of Day
Personal Items to Bring
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Reef Safe Sunscreen
- Change of clothes
- Lunch / Money - there is a deli right next door with food and drinks available for purchase. Water will be provided on the boat.
Adventure Tips
Book Morning or Afternoon Trips
Choose early or mid-day departures for the calmest seas and best visibility offshore.
Bring Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect fragile coral reefs by using sunscreen that’s safe for marine life during your dive and surface time.
Prepare for Possible Seasickness
If you’re prone to seasickness, consider taking preventive medication or using sea bands before departure.
Arrive Early for Check-In
Check in at least 30 minutes before departure to ensure a smooth boarding and briefing process.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Grouper
- Spotted eagle rays
History
Miami Beach’s offshore reefs are part of Florida’s only living coral barrier reef system, the third largest in the world, designated a National Marine Sanctuary.
Conservation
Tarpoon Lagoon emphasizes reef-safe practices, including banning harmful sunscreens and promoting responsible diving to protect delicate underwater habitats.
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Recommended Gear
Mask and Snorkel
Essential for snorkelers to observe underwater life comfortably.
summer specific
Wetsuit
Provides warmth and protection in cooler water months.
winter specific
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects your skin and helps preserve fragile coral ecosystems.
Waterproof Camera
Capture vivid coral formations and marine encounters during your trip.