Rainbow Reef Dive Center (Boat Docks) - Florida Keys

The team at Rainbow Reef Dive Center (Boat Docks) in Key Largo feels like an old friend, even if it's your first time out with them. We've always found their crew to be incredibly patient, especially with newer divers, making those first few breaths underwater feel a lot less daunting. They run a tight ship, literally, with their boats typically departing from the dock right on time, which we always appreciate when we're keen to get wet. What we really love about Rainbow Reef is their focus on getting you to the best spots for the day's conditions, whether that's the famous Christ of the Abyss statue, where schools of grunts often swirl around its base, or a deeper wreck like the Duane, usually covered in colourful sponges and barracuda. We’d suggest chatting with their divemasters about what’s been good lately; they’re full of insights. Our favourite trips with them have often been the later afternoon departures; the light hitting the reefs around Molasses Reef at that time can be magical, painting the elkhorn corals in warm hues and often bringing out the larger parrotfish as they graze. They’re a solid choice for anyone looking for reliable, friendly guiding to the Keys' classic sites.

Location
Florida Keys, United States, North America
Coordinates
25.096024, -80.434555
Phone
+1-305-451-7171
Website
https://www.rainbowreef.com/
Certification Agencies
PADI
Courses
yes
Equipment Rental
yes
Air Fills
yes
Address
522, Caribbean Drive, Key Largo, 33037
Price Range
mid-range

Dive Sites Near Rainbow Reef Dive Center (Boat Docks)

Rainbow Reef Dive Center (Boat Docks) provides access to 15 dive sites in Florida Keys.

Other Dive Centres in Florida Keys

Best Time to Dive in Florida Keys

The warmest water temperatures in Florida Keys occur in July, averaging 31.5°C (up to 34.8°C). The coolest conditions are in January at 19.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 19.3°C (air: 18.5°C)
  • February: 20.5°C (air: 21.6°C)
  • March: 23.1°C (air: 22.4°C)
  • April: 25.5°C (air: 24.3°C)
  • May: 27.8°C (air: 25.9°C)
  • June: 30.2°C (air: 27.5°C)
  • July: 31.5°C (air: 28.3°C)
  • August: 31.5°C (air: 28.3°C)
  • September: 30.2°C (air: 27.3°C)
  • October: 27.3°C (air: 26.0°C)
  • November: 24.1°C (air: 22.3°C)
  • December: 20.9°C (air: 19.8°C)

Marine Life in Florida Keys

Home to 91 recorded species including 69 reef fish, 6 sharks & rays, 3 other, 3 hard corals, 2 sea snails & nudibranchs, 2 sea urchins.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Florida Keys

Based on average water temperature of 26.0°C, currents 1 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 26°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories