Trip to the Keys (January 2025)

[Michael Greenberg Manfish]

Good evening, yall. I'm sure some version of this post has been beat to death here but I'd like to ask this anyway as I would like some tailored feedback from diving locals down in the Keys- I'd also like to hear this from the horse's mouth, so to speak. Looking for some feedback for my rough itinerary for the Keys in January- I'll have two or three other divers with me.

Looking at two full days at Key West hoping to do the Vandenberg and Cayman Salvage Master.
After that, drive up to Largo (with a stop at the History of Diving Museum) for three straight days of diving- trying to do the various awesome reefs, Spiegel Grove, and Duane.

Looking at Captain’s Corner and Horizon Divers as the probable choices of dive charter, but I'd like to hear about your experiences with them. I have also heard good things about Conch Republic in Largo.

In addition, I would like to hear suggestions regarding accommodations and shore diving sites (limited in the Keys, I know, and I already have John Pennekamp on my list).

Conch Republic is Great! I have my own boats but have chosen to dive with them numerous times. Great operation. ! Friendly without attitude.