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Sea Dwellers Dive Center of Key Largo
Sea Dwellers Dive Center of Key Largo
Sea Dwellers Dive Center of Key Largo
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Sea Dwellers is a Key Largo SSI & PADI Dive Center and Resort Facility located in the Florida Keys. Since 1974 Sea Dwellers has been your dive and snorkel center in Key Largo, offering Dive & Stay Hotel Packages with the Holiday Inn Key Largo Resort; Your boat is just steps from your room! Daily dive and snorkel charters, 5-Star Scuba Instruction for all members of the family. Scuba Dive Pennekamp Park and the Key Largo Marine Sanctuary of the Florida Keys.
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MANCHESTER4 contributions
Apr 2021 • Friends
I recently booked an afternoon snorkeling trip with this company for 3 of us in our mid 60s. Only one of us had experience with snorkeling . Katie and Doug were very instructive and helpful in encouraging our first outing of this kind and kept a careful eye on everyone. The two areas we were taken to gave us great views of the coral reef and many varieties of fish. The entire trip from start to finish was very enjoyable and I would not hesitate to recommend this to others. An added bonus of booking with Sea Dwellers is that they provide quality free equipment for snorkeling. My only suggestion is that they give more complete instructions as to how to find the boat!! Otherwise, a great experience!!!
Written April 13, 2021
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So glad you were able to have a good evening with us! I do apologize for not giving the best instructions on how to reach the boat sense then we have gotten some maps printed out for easy instructions. We hope you will come back and snorkle with us again in the future we would love to have you back with us!
Written May 4, 2021
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Stevepredfan
Nashville, TN153 contributions
Jun 2021 • Friends
I have dove with Sea Dwellers twice now, but this was the first time I've brought a group down to dive with them. From my first communication with Amber, to the dives with Dean and Nick the experience was first class. I myself am a Dive Master and I brought a group of nine divers down to Key Largo from Nashville TN this past week. The prices were fair and Sea Dwellers did everything they could to accommodate every request we had.
The shop personnel book our group reservations with the Holiday Inn and took care of all needs. Every one at the shop was easy to work with, provided great communication and took the time to customize our dives based on the skill level of our group!
The Sea Dwellers III dive boat has recent been overhauled adding a ton of space for our gear and even with a full boat was comfortable to prepare our gear and dive from. Dean our captain for three days choose distinctive dive sites with a ton of variety in both terrain and sea life. He was knowledgeable about the sites and gave me great information to navigate our dive tours. Nick the First Mate was extremely helpful and always ready to support my divers.
The reefs off Key Largo are in relatively healthy and have a ton of marine life.
We are already looking forward to our next trip and we'll definitely be working with the crew at Sea Dwellers!
The shop personnel book our group reservations with the Holiday Inn and took care of all needs. Every one at the shop was easy to work with, provided great communication and took the time to customize our dives based on the skill level of our group!
The Sea Dwellers III dive boat has recent been overhauled adding a ton of space for our gear and even with a full boat was comfortable to prepare our gear and dive from. Dean our captain for three days choose distinctive dive sites with a ton of variety in both terrain and sea life. He was knowledgeable about the sites and gave me great information to navigate our dive tours. Nick the First Mate was extremely helpful and always ready to support my divers.
The reefs off Key Largo are in relatively healthy and have a ton of marine life.
We are already looking forward to our next trip and we'll definitely be working with the crew at Sea Dwellers!
Written June 17, 2021
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We're glad you chose us to bring your group down to! We work to provide an accommodating experience and cater to the individuals on our boats. We also love our remodeled Sea Dweller III boat :) and are glad that you can share in that appreciation! Our crew is prepared to inform and provide service to all our customers. Thank you for coming to see the reefs with us. We look forward to your future visits!
Written July 7, 2021
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JJFriday
Boca Raton, FL167 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
We’ve been back to Sea Dwellers on a few different trips to the Keys over the last couple of months. They’re a medium operator that usually accommodate about 25 divers but are doing half that for Covid. I appreciate all of the safety measures they take on the boat and feel safer diving with them which is why we return.
No you don’t automatically get a dive master and your equipment isn’t already set up for you as it would be in other countries and resort dives but this is very typical in South Florida. You definitely do get a very helpful crew who will help you in and out of your seats, off the boat, and back on again. The captain will give you tips on where to go and if you follow them you’ll find a rewarding dive. All the reefs are shallow so if you get lost you can always safely ascend and re-orient yourself. You will get at least 60 mins of dive time on the reefs, probably somewhere on Molasses.
They also have a rewards program for repeat divers, offer discounts for multiple dives, and have pretty good rates with some of the nearby hotels. We’ll be back again soon!
No you don’t automatically get a dive master and your equipment isn’t already set up for you as it would be in other countries and resort dives but this is very typical in South Florida. You definitely do get a very helpful crew who will help you in and out of your seats, off the boat, and back on again. The captain will give you tips on where to go and if you follow them you’ll find a rewarding dive. All the reefs are shallow so if you get lost you can always safely ascend and re-orient yourself. You will get at least 60 mins of dive time on the reefs, probably somewhere on Molasses.
They also have a rewards program for repeat divers, offer discounts for multiple dives, and have pretty good rates with some of the nearby hotels. We’ll be back again soon!
Written August 9, 2020
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JP
Clearwater, FL183 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
Although we are very experienced scuba divers, this was our first dive trip post Covid-19. We found Sea Dwellers online and went with them because their reviews were decent. What we didn’t expect or know about what is the unique style of diving in Key Largo- No dive master, Covid mask requirements on the boat at all times regardless of social distancing, and very little customer service on the boat and none in the water. If you are used to diving in other resort locations around the world where they set up your tanks, carry your gear, help you out of the water, etc., don’t expect any of that here. For the price of your dives you get a boat ride to the dive spots and 2 tanks of air, little more. Customer Service back in the shop is decent and the employees are all knowledgeable about diving in the area. It’s difficult to rate see dwellers higher than 3 star because we have not compared to other dive shops in Key Largo – and there are many. The dives were generally good and the reef is pretty and shallow -35 ft max depth. The boat captain Mark puts a strict time limit on your dives and will enforce it regardless of how much air you have remaining in your tank. I came up with 2000 psi on every dive!
Knowing what we have learned about diving in Key Largo, on our next dive trip there we will be much more selective about the services that the dive shop we select offers on and in the water And base our dive shop choice on those factors rather than just location convenience
Knowing what we have learned about diving in Key Largo, on our next dive trip there we will be much more selective about the services that the dive shop we select offers on and in the water And base our dive shop choice on those factors rather than just location convenience
Written July 25, 2020
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hawntjam
Rochester, NY153 contributions
Oct 2020 • Friends
We booked a trip and unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate. We were blown out one day.... I loved that they canceled early enough we could make other plans. (This is the reason for the very good rating). Too many places I’ve dived you would show up and then they would cancel. They elected to move our second day of diving to the afternoon hoping it would lay down a bit. Again safety minded. Check in was easy at the shop and efficient.
The boat is a big one and ours had a lot of divers so a lot more crowded than we would have liked but we didn’t ask the question. It was large enough for the 18 divers on the boat, but still a lot of people.
Dive briefs could have been better.... essentially it was we are in 25 feet and it’s north south channels. If you get to far west come back so you don’t have to do the swim of shame. Drawings are also would be better not that it’s hard to navigate.
They limit you to 60 minutes so you will have LOTS of air when coming back.
When we moved dive site it was maybe two mooring buoys then the pool is open get back on the boat in 75 minutes meaning short surface interval (Not needed due to depth) but if you were having a snack and relaxing you wasted time. Again if not really moving tell people hey dives a back to back. In a lot of years even shallow 60 minutes has been typical. Again not a safety issue just a annoyance for our group. Also with the short move essentially we dived the same site twice.
If all the reefs look like that one then I probably won’t go back to the keys. Not due to the shop but the type of reef.
They do take snorkels also on the boat so..... be warned.
The boat is a big one and ours had a lot of divers so a lot more crowded than we would have liked but we didn’t ask the question. It was large enough for the 18 divers on the boat, but still a lot of people.
Dive briefs could have been better.... essentially it was we are in 25 feet and it’s north south channels. If you get to far west come back so you don’t have to do the swim of shame. Drawings are also would be better not that it’s hard to navigate.
They limit you to 60 minutes so you will have LOTS of air when coming back.
When we moved dive site it was maybe two mooring buoys then the pool is open get back on the boat in 75 minutes meaning short surface interval (Not needed due to depth) but if you were having a snack and relaxing you wasted time. Again if not really moving tell people hey dives a back to back. In a lot of years even shallow 60 minutes has been typical. Again not a safety issue just a annoyance for our group. Also with the short move essentially we dived the same site twice.
If all the reefs look like that one then I probably won’t go back to the keys. Not due to the shop but the type of reef.
They do take snorkels also on the boat so..... be warned.
Written October 11, 2020
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Diving Me Crazy Sarasota
4 contributions
Jun 2020
Our usual dive center was sold out for our last trip (half capacity due to Covid19). We took a risk and decided to try Sea Dwellers (with students). We're so glad we did. The crew went out of their way to joke around with our teen students. They treated them with respect. Despite the fact that it was a little rough that day, their positive attitudes and commitment to make sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time made it fun.
They were very accommodating and discussed locations with us. They were also very aware of the Covid 19 risks and took precautions to keep everyone safe. SeaDwellers will be our go to shop when we bring down our future groups of students for their check out dives as well as on return trips to experience diving the Keys.
They were very accommodating and discussed locations with us. They were also very aware of the Covid 19 risks and took precautions to keep everyone safe. SeaDwellers will be our go to shop when we bring down our future groups of students for their check out dives as well as on return trips to experience diving the Keys.
Written July 1, 2020
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Ivan Buss
2 contributions
Apr 2021
I'll start by saying I am an experienced diver, having just spent two months last year logging over 75 dives in Roatan, on top of the first 25 or so I had before that.
We were scheduled for two dives and before heading out, I overheard the captain say that "it was going to be pretty rough out there". This was a gross understatement of the conditions once we arrived at the dive site. The current was far too strong and the waves -most 3-5 feet high- were difficult to deal with. Some of the group even elected to stay topside during the first dive.
I came back up from diving within 5 minutes because I couldn't get more than 5 feet below the surface and knew fighting this current would be incredibly difficult.
After the first dive, the captain elected to cancel the second dive and head back. At this point, about half the people had thrown up off the side of the boat including myself and my father.
On top of this, there was a snorkeler who was struggling and unable to fight the current as he got swept back way behind the boat, and the crew on board were very slow to respond in trying to rescue him and get him back on the boat. There should have been staff in the water to begin with given these conditions. Again while on the boat seasick, I overheard the captain seemingly blaming some of the customers for not being able to handle the current and waves all while the trip should've been canceled from the beginning with a full refund.
For reference, we went diving 3 days earlier and there were at least 3 or 4 more boats out on the nicer day, clearly, other boats made the decision that it wasn't safe to take customers out and ours elected to go out anyways fighting awful conditions.
As I said, I worked with a dive shop for 2 months, and I'm certain this shop and captain made the wrong decision in taking the group out. This was nowhere near an enjoyable expereince.
I'm not blaming them for the weather, but for the poor judgment that could have helped avoid this horrible trip altogether.
We were scheduled for two dives and before heading out, I overheard the captain say that "it was going to be pretty rough out there". This was a gross understatement of the conditions once we arrived at the dive site. The current was far too strong and the waves -most 3-5 feet high- were difficult to deal with. Some of the group even elected to stay topside during the first dive.
I came back up from diving within 5 minutes because I couldn't get more than 5 feet below the surface and knew fighting this current would be incredibly difficult.
After the first dive, the captain elected to cancel the second dive and head back. At this point, about half the people had thrown up off the side of the boat including myself and my father.
On top of this, there was a snorkeler who was struggling and unable to fight the current as he got swept back way behind the boat, and the crew on board were very slow to respond in trying to rescue him and get him back on the boat. There should have been staff in the water to begin with given these conditions. Again while on the boat seasick, I overheard the captain seemingly blaming some of the customers for not being able to handle the current and waves all while the trip should've been canceled from the beginning with a full refund.
For reference, we went diving 3 days earlier and there were at least 3 or 4 more boats out on the nicer day, clearly, other boats made the decision that it wasn't safe to take customers out and ours elected to go out anyways fighting awful conditions.
As I said, I worked with a dive shop for 2 months, and I'm certain this shop and captain made the wrong decision in taking the group out. This was nowhere near an enjoyable expereince.
I'm not blaming them for the weather, but for the poor judgment that could have helped avoid this horrible trip altogether.
Written May 2, 2021
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Paul Shashaty
Hartsdale, NY9 contributions
May 2021 • Solo
Since I haven’t been diving for about four years now I realized I needed a review course for my discovery trip of the Florida reef in Key Largo. I have over 250 dives in my logbooks so I knew it was time for a review course. I did a diligent search after booking hotel and flights. I settled on Sea Dwellers after speaking with six dive operations. Yesterday I completed the review course with instructor Rob. The morning pool session was a comprehensive review with hands on guidance and experiential learning. It was time and money well spent. In the afternoon we headed for the barrier reef. There were other students and regular divers in the boat and all the crew were considerate and caring making our adventure comfortable and a good learning experience. I don’t remember all their names but they were all helpful on the trip. Our dives were shallow to 36 feet or less which I welcomed for the review. As I get older I don’t have the inclination to dive deep with the attendant stress and challenges. So I was content and surprised at what I saw. Rob was great at keeping tabs on us and making sure all was well and it was a good learning experience. He also pointed out sharks and lobsters and spectacular fish. I feel confident in my diving skills again and I look forward to my next dives with Sea Dwellers.
Written May 4, 2021
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Thanks so much Paul we are really glad you had a good time with us today, We are glad you chose us! Rob said he had a great time with you and we are happy to have you back again with us later this week! If you every need to get back in the water in the keys again come back and visit us you are always welcome!
Written May 5, 2021
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Rick
Fort Lauderdale, FL1 contribution
Aug 2021
It was a day full of excitement, a bit of apprehension; at the end I was happy and tired! The instructor (Rob) was really cool, reassuring but assertive at the same time. I felt safe at all times, and he acted as a perfect host to the reef, introducing us to several exotic forms on life hidden in the waters -it goes to show he's been there multiple times, these fish camouflage so perfectly with the environment! I am very satisfied with the experience. I had to drive twice from 77 miles away because they insisted they needed a medical certificate, yet that is a testimony to how seriously they take everyone's safety. COVID was never a concern, and everyone was accommodated -either us who prefer to wear a mask and those who do not. I recommend this service to all those willing to have this amazing experience for the first time and repeatedly.
Written August 18, 2021
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Alice T
2 contributions
May 2021
They are the absolute best in the keys.
I have dived with pretty much every other company and I can say they are the most through and honest company... we ended up doing our Advanced Open Water Certification with Sea Dwellers!!!
Bonus, the recently remodeled their boat and its amazing! Love the new benches and camera table!!!
On our trip this month we actually chased dolphins around that were swimming alongside the boat! Talk about an awesome experience.
I have dived with pretty much every other company and I can say they are the most through and honest company... we ended up doing our Advanced Open Water Certification with Sea Dwellers!!!
Bonus, the recently remodeled their boat and its amazing! Love the new benches and camera table!!!
On our trip this month we actually chased dolphins around that were swimming alongside the boat! Talk about an awesome experience.
Written May 19, 2021
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So glad you had a great experience with us I am happy that you got to see some dolphins they are a rare sight! And again congratulations on your certification we hope you will come down to dive with us again!
Written May 23, 2021
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What is the total cost for classes?
How many classes or hours of instruction?
Is there a personal weight limit?
How far in advance of trip are reservations for instruction required?
Written January 28, 2017
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