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Discover the underwater world with a beginner-friendly SCUBA trip in Key Largo. Ocean First Divers makes your first dive safe, educational, and unforgettable.
3–4 hours
easy
From $278.08
Family Friendly
Discover the underwater world with a beginner-friendly SCUBA trip in Key Largo. Ocean First Divers makes your first dive safe, educational, and unforgettable.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in reasonable health but no advanced fitness required
Wildlife
History
Key Largo became a National Marine Sanctuary in 1990, protecting its delicate reef ecosystems.
Conservation
Ocean First Divers emphasizes eco-friendly practices and reef preservation to protect these vibrant underwater habitats.
Ocean First Divers
Discover the underwater world with a beginner-friendly SCUBA trip in Key Largo. Ocean First Divers makes your first dive safe, educational, and unforgettable.
Ocean First Divers is a dive operation based in Key Largo, Florida, offering a range of SCUBA and snorkeling experiences in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The business provides instructional courses, guided dives, and private charters that serve beginners through certified divers.
Offerings include a three-day Full Open Water SCUBA class with hands-on training and expert instructors, a one-day Try SCUBA experience and SCUBA Skills Update conducted in Jules Lagoon, an Open Water Referral class for completing SSI open water requirements, specialty programs to expand diver skills, and four-hour reef dive or snorkel charters exploring reefs and wrecks. Private charters are tailored to group preferences and include gear for divers and snorkelers, onboard refreshments, and sun protection.
Instructors and staff guide students through confined water skills, open water dives, and reef tours using local knowledge of Key Largo’s dive sites. Multiple experiences specify that equipment is provided and that charters visit two locations within the National Marine Sanctuary. The referral program supports divers who completed online or confined portions elsewhere, supplying boat charters and guided instruction to finish open water requirements. Ocean First Divers emphasizes safe, structured learning and personalized trips that let guests sample SCUBA before committing to certification.
Schedules include multi-day certification courses and single-day Try SCUBA options, making diving accessible for visitors with varying time frames. Booking is available for groups and individuals. locally operated.
Location
Key Largo, Florida
In the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
Tours Offered
7 experiences
From certification to private charters
SSI Referral
Open water referral
Finish SSI open water requirements
Gear Provided
Equipment available
Try SCUBA, reef dives, and charters
Reserve a Try SCUBA, book a Full Open Water course, or plan a private charter — secure your spot to explore the Florida Keys reef today.
Arrive Early
Getting to Jules Lagoon a bit early ensures a smooth start and ample time for gear fitting and briefing.
Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water before your dive to stay comfortable and alert underwater.
Listen Carefully
Pay close attention during the safety briefing for a confident and enjoyable experience.
Bring Your Smile
Being relaxed and upbeat will enhance your dive experience and help you enjoy every moment.
Mask and Snorkel
Vital for clear vision and breathable underwater without a separate breathing apparatus.
Fins
Help you move smoothly through the water with less effort.
Wetsuit
Provides comfort in the water, especially if it's slightly cooler.
summer
Underwater Camera
Capture your underwater memories to cherish later.