Discover the thrill of diving with Deep South Scuba in Pensacola, Florida, home to stunning wrecks and vibrant marine life. Whether you're a novice or seasoned diver, this experience offers unforgettable underwater exploration.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6-8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable swimming and have good physical health for extended periods in water.
Wildlife
History
Pensacola’s waters are home to historic wrecks dating back to World War II, offering a glimpse into naval history.
Conservation
Deep South Scuba emphasizes eco-friendly practices, including reef-safe gear use and promoting marine preservation.
Deep South Scuba
Discover the thrill of diving with Deep South Scuba in Pensacola, Florida, home to stunning wrecks and vibrant marine life. Whether you're a novice or seasoned diver, this experience offers unforgettable underwater exploration.
Deep South Scuba is a Pensacola, Florida dive operator offering a range of scuba courses, specialty classes, and guided trips tailored to recreational divers. Located in Pensacola, the business provides scuba certification classes from June through November, allowing participants to use their own equipment or rent gear on site. A pre-registration deposit secures spots for certification sessions.
Specialty courses include Navigation, Computer Diving, Boat Diving, Night & Limited Visibility, Deep Diving, Perfect Buoyancy, Equipment Techniques, and Enriched Air Nitrox. Each specialty class focuses on practical skills: compass and natural navigation techniques; dive computer setup and dive planning; boat procedures and entries; night-light use and low-visibility buddy protocols; deeper dive gas management and decompression awareness; buoyancy control; equipment function and basic maintenance; and Nitrox training for extended bottom time.
Deep South Scuba runs organized scuba trips to Pensacola, including scheduled departures on August 16–17, 2025 and September 20–21, 2025 aboard the “H20 Below” custom dive boat. These trips highlight regional dive sites and wrecks and are presented for a range of diver abilities from novice to experienced. Booking details, class dates, and rental availability are published by the operator and required deposits apply for certification. The business presents clear trip and course descriptions, helping divers select experiences that match skill levels and equipment needs.
Location
Pensacola, FL
Gulf Coast dive base
Cert Months
June–November
Seasonal certification classes
Boat Trips
H20 Below
Custom dive boat for Pensacola trips
Offerings
11 courses & trips
Specialty classes and scheduled trips
Secure certification, specialty training, or a spot on the H20 Below for the August or September 2025 Pensacola departures — deposits required for certification bookings.
Check weather conditions
Ensure calm seas for a safer, more enjoyable dive experience.
Book in advance
Secure your spot on the boat as dives can fill up quickly in peak season.
Bring your certification card
Necessary for participating in dives if you're a certified diver.
Arrive early
Gives ample time for gear setup and safety briefing before the dive.
Wetsuit
Keeps you comfortable in the Gulf’s warm waters during August.
summer
Mask and snorkel
Allows clear vision underwater; included in rental gear.
Dive computer
Helps monitor depth and time underwater for safety.
Underwater flashlight
Useful for exploring wrecks and darker areas of the reef.