Customer Testimonials

  My wife and I had a great time snorkeling for the first time. The dive center staff helped us get everything ready, let us know what was going on... read more and did all they could to make sure we had a great time. Snorkeling on the reef was just amazing and beautiful. We got to see lots of fishes and even swim with a bunch of nurse sharks. First mate Tracy was so friendly and helpful as was the rest of the staff. This was the highlight of our vacation and we can’t wait to do it again!

  Our Captain, Scuba Joe, Doc, and Jackson were great! We knocked out our Open Water certification in a day and a half. Our first dive, Pleasure Reef, was my favorite.... read more It had lots of colorful fish and nur sharks. Bring some Dramamine in case the sea is rough! I was glad I brought a rash guard and shorts for extra warmth. Thanks FKDC!

  Don't let the 2 Newton dive boats fool you. More of snorkel outfit than a dive operator that specializes in excellent scuba diving adventures.
I paid over $200 to dive... read more on 2 of the most shallow reefs in the area. Not exactly a fair price for diving on snorkel reefs.

Then at the end of diving 2 super shallow reefs( max depth 27ft) they had the unmitigated gall to ask for tips. 19 divers on the boat- I was the last diver to exit the boat. The tip jar was basically empty, so I know that the other divers were not very satisfied either.

Bottom line- don't waste your hard earned $$$ on fl keys dive center.
$200 pissed away on shallow reefs. I do not and will not recommend this operator to anyone. 2 thumbs down.

  The crew was amazing. Their knowledge and love of diving and the area is evident. They are helpful and encouraging. We had a great time.

  The operator didn't show up & calls not returned. We got lucky & were able to snag last-second seats with a business nearby.

  We had a great time and It was interesting to snorkel with the Divers. We didn't expected it but we didn't mind it . It felt more professional and... read more serious than other Snorkeling trips we have done. Zak and Tracy were very careful and professional...More

  Scuba Joe and Captain Tim were absolutely the BEST. They made our first dive outing(s) safe, memorable, and fun! Scuba Joe tended to each of our unique... read more needs offering advise and suggestions. It was clear the passion they both have for their job and for the entire keys and the environment.

  My husband and I are beginners and have 5 children under 12 so were a bit nervous about the day! Scuba Joe & Captain Tim were just amazing! ... read more Joe helped all of the kids feel at ease and grow a love for snorkeling! We swam with several nurse sharks, fish, turtles, eel etc! The kids became so comfortable in the water that it was just amazing. They've already asked to go back! This felt like a private tour rather than one of those impersonal tourist boats that I've done in Key West. We will definitely be back! Definitely a great place for the entire family! So much fun!

  It was great diving with Florida Keys Dive Center. All crews are super professional and friendly. On the wreck trip, most people on the boat has been to the Spiegel... read more Grove, so we went to the Eagle. I wish we could stay there longer (20+ minutes on Nitrox) but I understand the safety concerns. A weight pocket dropped accidentally from my buddy's BC. Zack found it back with super sharp eyes and lightening fast swim! Thank you Zack! On the reef trip we saw large schools of fish, 5+ nurse sharks, 6+ moray eels, a big lobster, a scorpion fish (better leave it alone!). Thanks Captain Tim for choosing the site! The weather did not work out one day (3.5-4 ft sea). Captain Carsten decided to cancel that trip. It was a tough decision, but I fully appreciate it as the crew responsibly put safety as the first priority. Overall, I highly recommend them!

  If you want to learn or just scratch that diving itch this is the place to do it. All the staff are the coolest dudes and Scuba Joe's dive classes... read more are second to none. The dives here are always are an amazing journey. You get to see all the awesome life that the keys have to offer. You may even see some rare ocean life like the West Atlantic Black Piranha! Overwhelming good time hear, the only thing you will regret is having to get out of the water. 5 Stars Hands DOWN. Scuba Joe Rocks!

  Went to Keys for lobster season - had an excellent hunt. Lobsters were larger than usual and plentiful - set new personal record over 3 days. Have done... read more lot of trips with FKDC and always have a great time. Diver Joe and Captain Carston were excellent as usual.
Highly recommend them to anyone who wants to dive wrecks, reefs or go lobstering.

  They took us to a very small reef - that didn’t look healthy to me - with hardly anything interesting to see. To make matters worse, there were large... read more waves that had three negative effects. First, the water was murky, making it difficult to see even if there were any interesting creatures to be seen. Second, it made getting into the water and back on to the boat hazardous. Third, it made many of us nauseous - yours truly included. I know this outfit doesn’t control the waves but in our view, the trip should have been canceled. I would have enjoyed kayaking at our resort or taking a hike much more than puking in the ocean without even seeing any interesting fish.

  Fabulous experience, captain and crew made the whole process easy, as I’d never done this before. Seas were very choppy (about 3 foot) which they have no control over;... read more but if you’re prone to seasickness don’t go on a choppy day.
I would definitely go back to them.

  Yesterday we went scuba diving in the morning with Florida Keys Dive Center. We often dive with them and have great experiences but yesterday took the cake! The weather was... read more perfect the boat was very clean and organized for social distancing and staff and divers were considerate of the mask rules. We saw so many animals that we stopped pointing them out to each other! Maybe a dozen nurse sharks sleeping, sleeping together, moving, moving together, one rooting around for something tasty under a little coral. A multitude, really, or big green moray also in a variety of poses. Many just out swimming from one hidey hole to another! We also saw a golden eel and two very small black and white eel. A crab , lots of collector urchin with big collections. There was a beautiful turtle, a few large barracudas, yellow stingrays and southern rays, and to top it off 2 amazing bonnet sharks! I mean really? It was a dream day of diving with Florida Keys Dive Center. And thank you for your service to our country to both the Captain and his first mate son

  Awesome snorkeling trip, very professional crew. Visited two locations and had the opportunity to see abundant sea life!