Better Than Most Scuba
Better Than Most Scuba
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Better Than Most SCUBA offers fun activities for all ages! We offer SCUBA diving for all levels of experience as well as all levels of SCUBA instruction. Our reef trips are perfect for snorkeling and diving so bring the whole family! We run a Coast Guard Certified custom dive and snorkel vessel. No cattle boat here! We limit our spaces for safety and fun. You will not be jammed on with 50 other people at Better Than Most. Looking for lobster or learning to spearfish? We offer those activities as well! Just contact us for availability. We encourage conservation and safety when underwater hunting. At Better Than Most you can expect to have an amazing time on and under the water. Let us know how we can make your trip Better Than Most!
Marathon, Florida
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2024
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Karen C
2 contributions
Jan 2023
My husband and I are new to diving and we booked a trip with better than most, we requested a guide since it was only our second dive in open water. I can’t express how wonderful our trip was. Our guide, one of the owners was excellent, as was all of the staff on the boat. He went slow so he could point out all the fish and a sea turtle, he made sure we felt comfortable and checked on us throughout the dive to make sure everything was ok.
There were more experienced divers with us and they were mostly repeat divers and locals. I HIGHLY recommend this outfit for all your diving needs!
There were more experienced divers with us and they were mostly repeat divers and locals. I HIGHLY recommend this outfit for all your diving needs!
Written January 27, 2023
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Fay Tyrrell
6 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
First impressions are important! Better then Most Scuba did not disappoint! This February trip is our first ever, not only in February but to The Keys. Schwenke, Jeanie, Speedy, and the Golden retriever made our first glimpse of the Keys insanely special! Thank you to everyone that let us ask a million and one questions! The response time was highly effective when a guest left their knife behind!
Thank you for the Miami Dolphins hat rental. And showing us how to do Keys Time! Extremely efficient crew! Fun memories were made!
Thank you for the Miami Dolphins hat rental. And showing us how to do Keys Time! Extremely efficient crew! Fun memories were made!
Written February 18, 2023
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Cooper G
2 contributions
May 2023
My recent scuba trip with Better Than Most SCUBA was incredible! The team was knowledgeable and professional, and the diving was breathtaking. We encountered a variety of marine life, including colorful fish, playful dolphins, majestic sea turtles, and even some shy sharks. The best part of the trip was that we were successful in spearfishing. The crew personalized the experience to our individual needs and preferences, making the trip even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this scuba trip for those looking for an unforgettable adventure and the chance to explore some of the most beautiful parts of the ocean. Thank you to Schwenke and Jeanie for an amazing experience!
Written May 5, 2023
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Camper754850
1 contribution
Dec 2023 • Friends
Crew members were very intelligent and informative they made the boat and customers feel safe and confident. They created a safe environment while providing the freedom to enjoy your own adventure or be guided. Had a great time, and enjoyed the whole experience
Written December 1, 2023
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Tierra P
Midwest City, OK7 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
Better than most was just that better than most The friendly staff members made our diving week of adventure an outstanding one. Captain Jeannie, Swankey, and Hayden made it an amazing experience. The scuba team were attentive and considerate towards my family of 12 which had a range of comfort levels and ages 12 to over 60. We have dove in the Keys a few times and this group is the first one my father complimented and wanted to book again, he has been diving since 83'. They were extremely flexible with our family needs first. They dont fill every single slot just to make every dollar they can, it truly is about the experience. Thanks again for a SAFE and wonderful trip not to mention all the SHARKS!!!
Written December 25, 2022
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Jakob P
Aarhus4 contributions
Jul 2022
I were in Florida for work and only had a little time to see the sights, which I spent on a "discover scuba" course.
Having no experience with snorkling, scuba diving or even swimming in the ocean, I'm very happy that I went with Better Than Most. Jeanie, Schwenke, Dan and Harvey(?) really know how to show you a good time and make sure you are safe.
The instruction was amazing. The atmosphere on the boat was great.
On top of the diving, we got to see dolphins, since they were on the lookout and took the time to circle the boat.
They even took a bunch of very nice pictures - other places would surely have charged me extra for that.
After the trip I heard a couple of experienced divers talking about it being really well run.
I got the feeling that this is the shop where the native Floridans and "people in the know" go to dive.
Having no experience with snorkling, scuba diving or even swimming in the ocean, I'm very happy that I went with Better Than Most. Jeanie, Schwenke, Dan and Harvey(?) really know how to show you a good time and make sure you are safe.
The instruction was amazing. The atmosphere on the boat was great.
On top of the diving, we got to see dolphins, since they were on the lookout and took the time to circle the boat.
They even took a bunch of very nice pictures - other places would surely have charged me extra for that.
After the trip I heard a couple of experienced divers talking about it being really well run.
I got the feeling that this is the shop where the native Floridans and "people in the know" go to dive.
Written August 2, 2022
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Michelle
Richmond, UK45 contributions
Dec 2022 • Friends
Some of us went on a discovery dive, a free dive and also snorkeling. Schwenke was an awesome instructor and was very patient on the first descent. Hayden was very helpful when I was having problems with getting water in my mask. He also yelled to me when I was snorkeling to point out a turtle. We felt very comfortable on the boat and while in the water and under it!
An amazing experience, we are all discussing getting scuba certified and doing an open water referral with them.
An amazing experience, we are all discussing getting scuba certified and doing an open water referral with them.
Written December 25, 2022
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K C
Lufkin, TX64 contributions
Jul 2021
Jeannie and Captain Dan were so chill and so amazing. My brother-in-law, me, and my fiance were there for scuba and the crew was so accommodating and helpful. Everything was supplied and the underwater dive was more self-guided. Like others before, my fiance and I got horrifically sick after the first dive and spent the other half of the trip feeding the fish (if you know what I mean). We were unable to do the second day due to poor weather, and we had that second day refunded with no issue. Jeannie was amazing, she made us feel like part of the family, Captain Dan reassured us that we were not the first or last to throw up on the side of his boat. Despite my limited dive, I was able to see plenty of fish and ocean life!
Written July 23, 2021
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Thomas D
1 contribution
Aug 2022 • Family
We took our 4 kids snorkeling and we went along with a scuba tour. We had an absolutely amazing time with the friendly and accommodating staff. The boat was clean, comfortable and well organized. The two sites we visited brought us a wide array of sea life. They allowed my kids to use their full-face snorkel masks, and explained the added safety issues with them. Then, when they decided their full-face masks weren’t comfortable, Better Than Most provided clean, high quality gear in a wide range of sizes. I am an avid scuba diver and their conduct of the dives, safety and instructions was also outstanding. Do yourself a favor and book with this small, but outstanding operation. Become one of the family!
Written August 18, 2022
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Campfire
10 contributions
Apr 2021
So disappointed, I had been planning a SCUBA trip here well in advance, and they cancelled on me last-minute because of boat repairs. Why would you book people on a trip if you know you might be having boat repairs, and not at least give us a heads up? Now I am scrambling less than a week before the date we'd like to dive in Marathon to find another shop to go with. I'm spending time on my vacation looking up other rates and numbers, when I should be relaxing and enjoying my time.
Don't book here unless you have a backup plan and are prepared for last-minute cancellation of your trip!
Don't book here unless you have a backup plan and are prepared for last-minute cancellation of your trip!
Written April 25, 2021
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Hi! We have quite a few people in our group who tend to get seasick easily, with that being said how long do you usually travel to each snorkel or dive location? We have one person who is a certified diver and the rest are interested in snorkeling.
Written April 13, 2022
Hi! We have quite a few people in our group who tend to get seasick easily, with that being said how long do you usually travel to each snorkel or dive location? We have one person who is a certified diver and the rest are interested in snorkeling.
Written April 13, 2022
Your snorkeling trip sounds wonderful. I am fairly experienced but need a good ladder to get back on boat with my bad knees. Is that possible? Do you have morning trips since we need to drive to Key West by late afternoon. Also, my friend may want to paddle board rather than snorkel in the same time frame. She has never done this before. Thank you.
Written July 18, 2019
We have a really great DEEP ladder to make getting back on board super easy as well as our crew who are always happy to help even if it means getting wet! It’s what we do! We offer morning trips 8-12 and afternoon 1-5 so we can work with your schedule in most cases. If your friend wants to paddleboard no problem! We have someone at the shop to get them set up while you go on the boat trip. I hope this answers all of your questions!
-Jeanie
Better Than Most Watersports
Written July 21, 2019
Is there a combined snorkel / diving trip ?
Or can I take a snorkelling guest on the dive trip?
Written June 15, 2019
You sure can! Most of our dive trips unless otherwise noted are diver and snorkeler friendly. Our divers get a nice long bottom time with tons to see at 20-30 ft and our snorkelers take the high relief spots with as shallow as 7-8 feet and all of the wildlife as well.
Written June 16, 2019
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