Everything You Need to Know Before You Dive
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about diving in Key West? Find answers about dives, courses, booking, and more.
Diving & Experiences
Southpoint Divers offers morning double-wreck dives, afternoon double-reef dives, and night dives, giving you several ways to experience the underwater world of Key West.
Yes. Our afternoon reef dives visit shallow sites with abundant tropical marine life, making them a great choice for newer divers as well as experienced divers.
The Vandenberg is a 520-foot-long shipwreck that was intentionally sunk in 2009. Located approximately 140 feet deep, with the deck around 100 feet, it is one of Key West’s most iconic wreck dives.
The Vandenberg is considered an advanced dive. Divers must meet the experience and certification requirements for the trip, and a guide is required for divers who do not hold at least Advanced Certification.
Yes. Our night dives offer a unique opportunity to experience the reef after sunset, when lobster, squid, brittle stars, and other nocturnal marine life become active.
Yes. Snorkelers and riders are welcome on our afternoon reef trips, making them a great option for groups with both divers and non-divers.
Our reef dive takes you to some of the best and most popular reef sites in the area, including Eastern Dry Rocks, Western Sambo, Rock Key, Sand Key, Cannonball Cut, Marker 32, and Nine-Foot Stake. Each site offers unique underwater scenery and marine life, making every dive a memorable experience.
Our reef dive takes you to some of the best and most popular reef sites in the area, including Eastern Dry Rocks, Western Sambo, Rock Key, Sand Key, Cannonball Cut, Marker 32, and Nine-Foot Stake. Each site offers unique underwater scenery and marine life, making every dive a memorable experience.
Courses & Certification
Not necessarily. Our Discover SCUBA program provides an introduction to scuba for people with no previous diving experience. Certified divers can choose from our reef, wreck, and night diving experiences.
Yes. As a PADI 5-Star Dive Center, Southpoint Divers offers training from beginner courses through advanced certifications, specialty courses, Rescue Diver, and Divemaster.
Discover SCUBA is an introductory experience for people who have never scuba dived before. It combines instruction and in-water training before heading out for guided reef dives.
The Vandenberg is considered an advanced dive. Divers must meet the experience and certification requirements for the trip, and a guide is required for divers who do not hold at least Advanced Certification.
Our Refresher Course is designed to help certified divers review their skills and rebuild confidence before returning to open-water diving.
Whether you’re taking your first steps into scuba or looking to advance your skills, our team can help you choose a course based on your experience and diving goals.
Booking & Preparation
Bring your swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and any personal dive equipment you plan to use. Be sure to bring your certification card when required.
Yes. Rental equipment is available for divers who need gear. Our shop also carries dive essentials and SCUBAPRO equipment.
We recommend booking ahead, especially during busy travel periods, to secure your preferred date and dive trip.
Safety comes first. Dive sites and trips may be adjusted based on weather and sea conditions. Our team will provide updates and available options if conditions affect your trip.
Southpoint Divers is located at 606 Front Street in the heart of Old Town Key West. Our custom dive boat, The Phoenix, docks directly across the street at the Hyatt Resort and Marina.
You can book your dive or course online through our website. If you’re unsure which experience is right for you, contact our team and we’ll be happy to help.
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