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Water Activities at Tilden's Scuba Center in Florida Keys - Key West

Water Activities at Tilden's Scuba Center in Florida Keys

Marathonmoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

4–5 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should be in good health with basic swimming ability.

Overview

Discover the vibrant underwater world of the Florida Keys on a reef trip with Tilden's Scuba Center. Perfect for snorkelers and divers, this adventure reveals colorful marine life and historic coral formations. Read on for all the details!

Marathon, Florida

Reef Trip

Starting at $100 per Person | Snorkeling! Snuba! Diving! Perfect for families! | 3-4 hours

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Adventure Photos

Reef Trip photo 1

About This Adventure

Explore the vibrant underwater world of the Florida Keys, home to the third largest barrier coral reef. Enjoy a half-day adventure visiting two stunning dive sites, including the historic Sombrero Reef Sanctuary. With options for certified divers, SNUBA, and snorkelers, this experience promises colorful marine life and unforgettable memories.

The Florida Keys have the third largest barrier coral reef in the world, and host over 1200 diverse marine species!


Rates

Certified Diver (Ages 10+) : $150 Hunting and Diving guides available at additional cost.

Snuba Diver | 1 Location (Ages 8+ please check health restrictions) : $200 Snuba Diver | 2 Locations (Ages 8+please check health restrictions) : $275 Snorkeler (Ages 3+) : $100 Bubble Watcher (Ages 8+) : $100 no dive


Duration

3-4 Hours


About

Each half-day trip goes to 2 different dive locations and spends approximately an hour at each site. Our travel time to the reef line is about 30 minutes. As most of our dive depths do not exceed 27', and dive sites aren't very far apart, surface intervals are very short.

Coral formations are often only 10 feet below the surface. These shallow dives equate to more fish, more bottom time, more color, and decreased risk.

Our trips are designed to meet the needs of a variety of activities and ages. Unless specifically booked for deeper depths, trips generally have a combination of scuba divers, SNUBA® divers, and snorkelers onboard. Certified divers will be diving in buddy teams. If you do not have a buddy, you have the option of making a friend on the trip or hiring a professional to guide you.

We have over 30 different dive locations to choose from at Tilden’s Scuba Center, with our premier dive site being Sombrero Reef Sanctuary. Sombrero is identified by its lighthouse, which has been there since 1858 and is still used for navigation today. We also dive Coffin's Patch Sanctuary, which harbors the largest stand of live Pillar Coral in all of North America.


*If you are booking through Dive Isla Bella, you have been routed to Tilden Scuba Center (our partner) as Dive Isla Bella is not on the property yet.

Adventure Tips

Check weather conditions

Ensure weather and sea conditions are suitable before heading out, especially during storm season.

Bring waterproof gear

Use waterproof cases for your valuables and camera equipment to fully capture the underwater scenery.

Book in advance

Reef trips are popular—reserve your spot early to secure your preferred date.

Avoid touching corals

Respect the reef by keeping a safe distance and not touching marine life or coral structures.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Sea turtles
  • French angelfish

History

The Florida Keys have a long history of maritime trade and navigation, with many reefs and shipwrecks offering dive sites teeming with historical significance.

Conservation

Tilden's Scuba Center actively promotes reef conservation by educating guests on sustainable diving practices and supporting local reef preservation efforts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Wetsuit

Essential

Keeps you comfortable in varying water temperatures during your dive or snorkel.

year-round specific

Mask and snorkel

Essential

Necessary for clear, comfortable viewing underwater.

year-round specific

Underwater camera

Capture colorful marine life and coral formations during your dive.

year-round specific

Reef-safe sunscreen

Essential

Protects your skin without harming the delicate reef ecosystem.

summer specific