Must see Florida Dive Sites

[Buoyant1]

My favorites so far all lie in the middle and upper Keys...

In no particular order...

The Benwood
The Duane
The Eagle
The Thunderbolt
Molasses Reef
Sombrero Reef
Flagler's Barge

All great dives!!!

 

[SandyRobinson]

There were a few videos posted a while back that clearly showed the guides from American Pro disregarding the rules concerning touching, chasing, and cornering the manatees.

Hate to hear that. Seems like we made the trips in 03 and 05. I can say they were by the book back on both trips. In fact I was criticized for going below the surface while snorkeling.

 

[charlottecountrygirl]

I live in Crystal River but haven't dove there yet. Are the manatees friendly?

 

[Dive-aholic]

I'm not so sure about this. The ballroom is a fairly epic dive. There is nothing like seeing that clear water and feeling the flow come past the gate. Is it worth the 35 bucks? More so than Blue Grotto/Devil's Den I'd say, but that's just my opinion.

Ginnie can be a fun dive, but unless you're cavern trained, it's not a safe dive.