Overview

Operating since 1978, CAPTAIN SLATE'S SCUBA ADVENTURES is the premier dive, snorkel, and glass bottom boat operator. Located in Tavernier, we take groups to dive or snorkel at the best sites off of the Florida Keys. With three boats , your voyage experience is kept personable, relaxed, and exclusive. Don't forget - a visit to the Keys is not complete without the world famous Creature Feature! Our highly qualified staff offers PADI, NAUI, SDI, TDI, SEI, IANTD, DAN certifications and more, so start or continue your dive education here! What are you waiting for? Book your diving adventure!

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Hours

Hours Today: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Suggested Duration: More than 3 hours

LOCATION

90791 Old Hwy, #1, Tavernier, Key Largo, FL 33070-2430

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littlefield31

Big Pine Key, Florida

101

Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

Great dive boat.

We had a great time. Sky almost talked us into the shark dive. If you're brave give it a try. Sounds fun. Great service nice boat. We had 2 fun days in a row. If you snorkel they have sights that can accomodate divers and...More

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Thank you for the review, we appreciate you taking the time to express your experience with us. We do offer deeper sites and wreck dives. The Duane is my absolute favorite! We look forward to your next visit with us here at Capt. Slate's! Thanks,...More

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4cat

Wellington, FL

1310

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Awesome Snorkeling Trip

We had a great time with Sky and Olivia. They are super hosts for your snorkeling or diving trips. They are very attentive and a lot of fun. We went to some awesome reefs and saw nurse sharks, sea turtles, barracuda and a host of...More

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Thank you for the feedback. It's always the "perfect" day when you get to see the huge variety of marine life..... We cant wait to have you back for some more snorkeling fun!

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Emma B

Norfolk, Virginia

1

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Great Snorkeling!

My boyfriend and I decided to come down to The Keys from family we were staying with in Hobe Sound very last minute. We were very nervous of not finding something in time, but we booked a 1 pm extended snorkeling trip the morning of...More

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Emma- Thank you for taking the time to express your experience with us. My "Mini Me" and myself LOVED having you on board the Lost Continent. We are looking forward to our next underwater adventure with you. Thanks again, Capt. Sky

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MB D

1

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

10/10 Best service ever

We have taken several trips out of Captain Slate’s and have always had the best time and most amazing experiences. Their Crew and Captains are very knowledgeable and courteous to their customers. They take safety very seriously and strive to deliver the best possible service....More

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Thanks for the recommendation, and thank you for taking the time to write a review for us! We are so happy you enjoyed yet again another well done trip with Capt. Slate's Team. Our goal is to make sure your experience with us is one...More

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MrsFloridaKeys

Tavernier, Florida

22

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Always a Great Dive!

I have been diving here many times and have always had a wonder time. I got my PADI certification there as well. I highly recommend them.

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Hey! Thanks for the recommendation and also thanks for taking the time to write this review.\ Safe diving too you, Capt. Sky

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kentuckyrules1

Louisville, Kentucky

2

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Checkout doves

Came down with my family to do checkout dives and had a blast at Captain Slate’s. Thank you to sky and Hanna for all the help on the boat and for all the other crew members at slates you guys are great

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Our goal here at Capt. Slate's is Safety and having fun! We are so happy we could meet all of your expectations. Now that you are certified its time too book your next dive trip with us! :) Thanks, Capt. Sky

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Delanieayers

Stillwater, Oklahoma

1

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Getting certified yeah!

My trip was great! I got my scuba diving certification from Captain Slate’s, I’ve been wanting it for a long time and my instructor was amazing! The crew was fabulous too! Olivia was apart of the crew and she knew what she was talking about...More

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murdaughtl

Georgia Coast, Georgia

1

Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile

Diving with Friends

My life long friends and I came down to spend a few days diving with captain slates and had a blast. I have never seen an all girl crew work as hard as Hannah and Captain Sky work!! They’re so great! We hope to come...More

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sveglyvon

Rotterdam, The Netherlands

1

Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile

Snorkeling from Netherlands

Family and I went snorkeling we are from the Netherlands and we had fun. Thank you to Hannah and captain sky for a beautiful day

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Megan A

1

Reviewed July 14, 2018 via mobile

Great Attraction!

Had an amazing time on "The Lost Continent" ship with Hannah and Skye! So much amazing wildlife to see! I would love to comeback to the attraction next time I vist the keys, thanks so much!

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Questions & Answers

layla67

Will they provide transportation from hotel?

January 13, 2017|

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There a hotel right beside their property and it's walking distance I don't think they usually provide any transportation

travelwoman31

Will you pick up and drop off at my hotel if I stay in the Key Largo area? If not, what are my options for transportation?

November 16, 2016|

Answer

We went through Wild Lime Adventures. They picked us up, coordinated the outing with Captain Slate’s including lunch and delivered us back to near Hialeah, FL.

dockuch

What are the requirements for SCUBA diving?

November 13, 2016|

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I also notice that many places want to see that you have done dived I the last two years, otherwise they want you to take a refresher course. I do not remember Captain Slate's policy. If is is a concern then contact the... More