Join Silent World in Key Largo for a full-day PADI Coral Reef Conservation Specialty. Learn reef ecology and conservation, plus enjoy two thrilling dives in Florida's famous coral reefs.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical health, comfortable swimming and diving in open water with some exertion.
Wildlife
History
Key Largo has a rich maritime history, historically supporting fishing and wreck diving, which contributes to its vibrant underwater habitats.
Conservation
Silent World partners with local organizations to support coral restoration projects and promote sustainable marine tourism in the Florida Keys.
Silent World
Join Silent World in Key Largo for a full-day PADI Coral Reef Conservation Specialty. Learn reef ecology and conservation, plus enjoy two thrilling dives in Florida's famous coral reefs.
Silent World is a Key Largo dive center offering guided snorkeling tours, recreational dives, and PADI training in the Florida Keys.
Located in Key Largo, Silent World runs boat-based excursions including shallow two-tank dives on the Phoenix and snorkeling aboard the catamaran Siren. Trips include Discover Scuba Diving for non-certified guests, guided snorkel tours to Carysfort Reef and sites inside John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park (including access to the area near the Christ of the Abyss statue), and specialty offerings like the PADI AWARE Coral Reef Conservation course.
Instruction and courses are delivered by PADI instructors for programs such as the Open Water Diver course, Refresher Diver Course (Scuba Review), and the Rescue Diver course. Silent World also operates a Coral Restoration Foundation Dive & Snorkel Program at Carysfort Reef, a 4.5-hour experience that combines education with hands-on coral restoration activities.
Many tours include snorkel or dive equipment and are led by experienced crew and instructors focused on safety, small-group attention, and conservation-minded reef practices. Silent World is featured on The Adventure Collective as a Key Largo operator offering dives, snorkels, and training that connect visitors with the third largest barrier reef system in the continental United States.
Location
Key Largo, FL
Based in the Florida Keys
Tours Offered
10 Experiences
From snorkels to PADI courses
Boats & Vessels
Phoenix & Siren
Named boats used on trips
Gear Provided
Snorkel & Dive Gear
Equipment included for many trips
Reserve Discover Scuba, guided snorkels, PADI courses, or a coral restoration session aboard Phoenix or Siren today
Arrive Hydrated
Stay well hydrated before and after dives to avoid dehydration in the warm Florida climate.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin without harming the reef by choosing biodegradable, reef-safe sunscreen products.
Maintain Buoyancy Control
Practice excellent buoyancy to avoid accidental contact with fragile coral formations during dives.
Bring Waterproof Notes
Carry waterproof notepads for jotting down observations and conservation actions during dives.
Reef-safe Sunscreen
Protects your skin while safeguarding coral reef health from harmful chemicals.
summer
Wetsuit (3mm to 5mm)
Provides thermal protection during cooler water temperatures, especially in winter and fall.
fall
Underwater Slate or Waterproof Notebook
Allows you to take notes and record observations underwater during dives.
Dive Computer
Helps track dive time and depth for safety and effective dive planning.