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Florida Keys Scuba Diving and Snorkeling

When it comes to diving and snorkeling, the Florida Keys unlock an underwater paradise.
Here, you'll find the longest living reef in the western hemisphere; more than 500 wrecks to
explore; the world's first underwater hotel, more dive shops per square mile than anywhere
else in the world.

Snorkeling and diving the reef off the Keys is an unforgettable experience -- a kaleidoscope no
painter will ever duplicate. Exotic shapes (corals such as stag- and elkhorn, brain, tree and
sea fans) and bizarre color displays (from more than 600 varieties of fish) create a living,
breathing landscape.

In the daytime, sunlight glimmers down through the azure water , brightening coral formations,
darting fish and illuminating other vivid sea creatures. At night, a diver's vision is limited to the
circle of his underwater lighting. This pool of artificial light amidst the surrounding blackness
lends a surrealistic quality to the reef. It becomes a different, more mysterious creature.

Wreck-diving has become increasing popular in recent years -- and for good reason. Artificial
reefs provide excellent night dive sites and give the natural reef a much needed rest. Though
many of the Keys wrecks are historically significant (e.g. Spanish galleons and Civil War
wrecks), others have been created by citizens concerned about the survival of the natural reef.

To go wreck or reef diving, you can take your own boat, rent a boat (be sure to have a nautical
chart in hand), or have a pro from a local dive shop take you out. Maps which locate dive sites,
nautical charts and any equipment you may need can be rented or purchased almost
anywhere in the Keys.
Commercial dive operators require scuba certification cards and logbook to verify experience
levels for the diver's safety. Scuba instruction at all levels from open water through instruction
certification is available at many dive operations. Underwater photography skills are taught for
still and video cameras and equipment can be rented or purchased. In fact, travel light and rent
all your dive gear on location.
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