Question diving weeki wachee

[shakespear]

Planning a trip in March, I want to see the Mermaids and I thought it would be nice to dive the Spring while I'm there.

Where can I rent tanks/weights?

What mm suit is needed?

I'll probably look for a buddy closer to time.

Is it worth it to spend the night to get up early or is it fine to drive in from Orlando?

 

[grantctobin]

Fairly certain diving is not permitted and hasn’t been for a number of years. If you need a shop near there, I highly recommend DiverCity AquaVertical.

 

[Manatee Diver]

I'm pretty sure that it is a permit only site.

 

[shakespear]

Ah, yep swim only

 

[mattleach]

The only diving possible on the Weeki Wachee River is Hospital Hole. Nothing fancy, giant hole that goes down to about 130-140ft. Accessible by boat only.

 

[NothingClever]

Have been kayaking there three times in last two months. No swimming / exiting your kayak (State Park law but frequently violated) and it’s too shallow (IMO) for a meaningful dive; You’d spend a lot of time dodging kayak paddles.