Dive into the underwater world after sunset with Southpoint Divers in Key West. This night dive promises spectacular marine encounters and unforgettable memories beneath moonlight.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good health with basic swimming ability and comfortable diving in low-light conditions.
Wildlife
History
Key West has a rich maritime history with many shipwrecks dotting the surrounding reefs, providing a unique underwater heritage to explore.
Conservation
Southpoint Divers promotes responsible diving practices to protect the fragile coral reefs and marine life around Key West.
Southpoint Divers
Dive into the underwater world after sunset with Southpoint Divers in Key West. This night dive promises spectacular marine encounters and unforgettable memories beneath moonlight.
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.
Check Your Dive Equipment Twice
Ensure all dive gear, especially lights, are fully functional before entering the water for a safe night dive.
Wear a Dive Computer
Using a dive computer is crucial for monitoring bottom time and decompression limits in low visibility conditions.
Stay Close to Your Dive Buddy
Maintain close contact with your dive partner to stay oriented and safe during the night dive.
Use Slow, Controlled Movements
Minimize disturbance to marine life and avoid stirring up sediment by moving slowly underwater at night.
Underwater Dive Light
Critical for illuminating the underwater environment and spotting nocturnal creatures during the dive.
Dive Computer with Nitrox Support
Helps monitor depth and bottom time accurately, essential for safety on night dives.
Wetsuit (3mm–5mm depending on season)
Provides thermal protection against cooler nighttime water temperatures in Key West.
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Reel and Line
Useful for orientation and navigation on the dive site, especially in darker or low-visibility conditions.