Explore the Wonders of the Deep

Alligator Reef  Now marked by a 136-foot-tall lighthouse. On this spot in 1822 the USS Alligator grounded and sank while protecting a convoy from pirates. Now all that remains of the wreck are the twin piles of ballast stones. The coral reef is in just 25 feet of water, but it is vibrant and alive. As with most dive sites in the area, the depth will vary depending on where on the reef we tie up. You can count on tons of marine life which are very tame due to its marine sanctuary status. 

Cheeca Rocks Located one mile directly off Upper Matecumbe (Islamorada area). This site is great for novice divers, snorkelers and those wanting some incredible underwater photo opportunities.

The Donut (or Doughnut) this reef is 5” to 25” deep and 100 yards in diameter. The reef is shaped like a doughnut and is easy to navigate due to its circular shape. There are beautiful coral formations at this reef. 

Hens and Chickens A shallow patch with spectacular corals. Hens & Chickens is a shallow dive/snorkel site with lots of ledges and lots to see.

Conch Reef Wall Offering an exciting change of pace from the normal spur-and-groove profiles of most Keys' reefs. Conch Wall presents a precipitous sloping wall and captivating concentrations of barrel sponge and gorgonia (seafans) punctuating the seafloor. You can dive between 40-100 feet. Keep an eye out for one of the big boys coming in from deeper water 

Crocker Reef is a nice, shallow spur and groove formation patch reef. Makes a good 2nddive.

Crocker Drop-Off  A 450+ foot-long wall in 50 feet of water. The wall has a thirty-foot decline and features turtles, rays, grunts, yellow tail and grouper with spur-and-groove coral and black coral on the wall.