Lead by the scuba dive hall of fame legend, Captain Spencer Slate, our crew goes above and beyond perfection to ensure safe and enjoyable dives. With two 40' fully dive equip boats, 30+ different reef/wreck locations, and trips running DAILY, you will never want for anything when diving with Slate.
We offer PADI sport and professional level dive certifications, with over 60+ classes to offer, we certify everyone from beginner scuba to full instructor. We have two 40' Commercial Work Boats, ocean going single hull all fiberglass boats. Both are designed for diving, with walk through transoms, 6' wide boarding ladders, showers, built in tank racks, complete dive vessels designed to accommodate divers in comfort.
We offer PADI sport and professional level dive certifications, with over 60+ classes to offer, we certify everyone from beginner scuba to full instructor. We have two 40' Commercial Work Boats, ocean going single hull all fiberglass boats. Both are designed for diving, with walk through transoms, 6' wide boarding ladders, showers, built in tank racks, complete dive vessels designed to accommodate divers in comfort.
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Resorts are side by side right on the bay with beautiful sunsets and views, fun things to do on the beach. Single rooms, cabins, complete one and two bed room apartments with kitchens, pool and more. Prices from $100. Great for dive groups with multi-sleeping arrangements. About 7 miles north of the store in Key Largo.
Our goal is simple: to develop and graduate only competent, well-rounded, knowledgeable, safe and experienced instructors in a fun, exciting, relaxed environment. Contact our Training Director via email: captainslate@captainslate.com to become the dive professional you know you can be and live the life you have always wanted to live in paradise!
Slate's SCUBA Adventures is a State Licensed SCUBA Instructor Training Facility by the Florida Department of Education. We have been a SCUBA Instructor training facility since our opening in 1978. Currently we certify for NAUI (National Association of Underwater Instructors), SDI (Scuba Diving International) and SEI (Scuba Educators International - formerly YMCA).
Sign up now for our Kids SCUBA Camp. Every summer we have three separate SCUBA classes for Kids 11-18 years old and of course their parents if you want to be certified or re-certified. The "Camp" starts each Monday and ends on Friday after the morning dives. On Friday's AM dive Captain Slate will do his world famous Creature Feature with you!
We are the only glass bottom snorkel boat in Florida, see the beauty of the reefs and stay dry! Our 40ft Coral Princess VI will take you on a tour over the reefs and then anchor for those wanting a special half hour snorkel experience, while everyone else can stay dry. Also available for our famous underwater weddings!
Reviews (27)
Jonathan Sanchez
Oct 20, 2021
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Robb Withrow
Sep 15, 2021
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Capt slate was a awesome dive of I had Facebook I would give him100 I have twin boys that are 11 he called them the mullet boys him and his crew was awesome they gave is a good time real down to earth people I would tell everybody do the creacher fecher dive good times everyone should do this dive good people and good times
Jon B.
Sep 06, 2021
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Hal G.
Jun 28, 2021
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The crew was extremely friendly, interactive, and engaged. Each diver was checked prior to going into the water, and if adjustments were necessary, the crew assisted or made the adjustments themselves. As there was a current, a crew member was in the water to assist if necessary - overall, I was extremely pleased and recommend them.
Denzel Rigaud
Jun 23, 2021
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They have fantastic people working there. The long drive was totaled wroth it because you get to see so much cool stuff on the way there. Their rule was fun and straightforward with no time wasted, and it’s easy to get along and have some fun. They will bring you to beautiful blue water, where there’s lots of ocean life, and it’s right next to a good spot to eat when your finish.
Benjamin Foster
May 26, 2021
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Sabrina Delarosa
May 15, 2021
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Eric Jacquin
Apr 05, 2021
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The dive was fun and I got to see some cool stuff. The crew were knowledgeable and nice. However, they rummaged though our bags while we were underwater and loaned my backup fins to another diver without my knowledge or permission. I would have been happy to loan them out myself had I been given the opportunity, but I wasn't, and instead I had strangers looking through my bag.
I came up from the dive to find my fins lying on the boat deck and wet. I checked my bag to see if it had come from there. It was open and my stuff was not how I left it. THANKFULLY nothing else was missing.
IF YOU PLAN
I came up from the dive to find my fins lying on the boat deck and wet. I checked my bag to see if it had come from there. It was open and my stuff was not how I left it. THANKFULLY nothing else was missing.
IF YOU PLAN
Robert Reigle
Mar 31, 2021
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Noley Cannoli
Mar 21, 2021
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Tom Leckwart
Dec 10, 2019
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My family and I did the Moray Eel and Shark dive, aka Creature Feature. I was a bit apprehensive at first, but the person on the phone made me feel like it was a good idea. He explained that the 3 incidents they have had in 30 years were due to not following the rules.
The crew thoroughly explained the rules on the way out, and it all made sense. We hopped off the boat and began one of the best dives any of my family had ever been a part of. The Eels are incredible, watching them swim past you only a foot or two away is a rare sight. There are always those who refuse to follow the rules, one genius
The crew thoroughly explained the rules on the way out, and it all made sense. We hopped off the boat and began one of the best dives any of my family had ever been a part of. The Eels are incredible, watching them swim past you only a foot or two away is a rare sight. There are always those who refuse to follow the rules, one genius
Michael O.
Nov 26, 2019
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I have been diving and snorkeling in many places in the Maldives, Red Sea and Hawaii.... and was kind of suspicious about the Keys. We called Captain Slate's number and from there on the experience was just fantastic and the cost was only $45/person. Matt guides me to the right pick up location for the easy 2h tour from Island Resort. The equipment was excellent, there was food and even drinks available on the boat. The guide masters where Elisabeth and Andrea, and they were fabulous and very knowledgeable. The reef they took us to was packed with nurse sharks, turtles, a wide range of corals
Osamede O.
Nov 01, 2019
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I happened to be in south florida for a few days, and since I recently started scuba diving earlier in the year I figured I should take the opportunity to get in a dive or two. Called Captain Slate a week ahead of time, and he was great. Prices were very reasonable for someone who was not traveling with gear. He even called me a few days before the trip, to update me on the weather. When I arrived he and his daughter provided a very warm welcome. I got all the gear I needed. Two dives in warm good visibility waters. Saw some nursing sharks, eels, barracuda, and gruper. Some guys on the dive were
Evan Y.
Oct 08, 2019
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Excellent experience and super friendly staffs!
They Have Snorkeling!!! Not only scuba diving.
I was trying to look for any snorkeling tour before the hurricane comes because everywhere is closed when it's still sunny day.
First thought this place only offers scuba diving while checking online; however, I occasionally knew they also have snorkeling when I visited the next door restaurant, and I decided to give a try on the second day.
Even though there were only five people are going to scuba diving, and two of us were going to snorkeling, they still made sure there were enough stuffs
They Have Snorkeling!!! Not only scuba diving.
I was trying to look for any snorkeling tour before the hurricane comes because everywhere is closed when it's still sunny day.
First thought this place only offers scuba diving while checking online; however, I occasionally knew they also have snorkeling when I visited the next door restaurant, and I decided to give a try on the second day.
Even though there were only five people are going to scuba diving, and two of us were going to snorkeling, they still made sure there were enough stuffs
Audrey R.
Apr 21, 2019
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I went for my first dive after my certification. It was a relatively easy and great dive where we got to see eel's and sand sharks and pet them. Our dive was abruptly stopped when there was a medical emergency. The captain only charged us half price and we arrived back to the dock where there was plenty of complimentary BBQ and drinks. Just a nice surprise. Definitely recommend for diving.
Erica P.
Jun 08, 2018
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Came down for a mini vacation as a gift to my son for graduation. Capt Slate and his team got 36 of us (divers included) geared up and ready to roll in an organized and quick manner. We went to two locations, first was for Slates awesome Friday morning creature feature and then next was the location where the beautiful sharks hangout. We had a great experience and will be back. Thank you to Capt Slate and crew!
Ryan B.
May 07, 2018
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Excellent. I've had a tough time with dive charters lately, but this was an excellent experience. The captain and crew were very friendly and helpful, the booking experience was very easy (through their website, in my experience), and the dive was gorgeous. Definitely would go through them again next time I'm in the Keys.
Scot M.
Feb 08, 2018
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Katie M.
Jan 12, 2018
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One of the best dives I have been on! Captain Sky and Al (Ali? Sorry if I got your name wrong girl!) were awesome and made the trip so enjoyable for us! Diving with Al was the best, she made us feel comfortable with all the nurse sharks we were able to swim with (so freaking cool!!) and offered to film us swimming with sea turtles with our GoPro. I would definitely recommend diving, or snorkeling with those women! The other crew at Captain slates were great as well, My boyfriend and I decided last minute we wanted to go scuba diving in the Keys and Bob was so accommodating in looking up our certifications
Shannon W.
Aug 14, 2017
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This was our second trip with Captain Slate. We had a fantastic time! Our youngest son was a bit timid and stayed on the boat at our first stop. However, Captain Slate was able to convince him to join the rest of us at our second stop. The water was beautiful and full of sea life! We saw some rays as well as a turtle. We now plan to get scuba certified and return to Captain Slate to continue our diving experience!!
Hepsey S.
Aug 10, 2017
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The entire team is fabulous! This was our first time in the ocean and everything that could go wrong did. They adapted and helped us every step of the way. My personal reg started free flowing and they repaired it right then. Got stung by a jelly fish in my face and they helped with that. My dive buddy got sea sick on the first dive and they helped her with that. The dives themselves were amazing and were made that way because of the personal attention they give to each person. They want you to have a good time and will do everything they can to help with that. We will dive with them next time
Richard F.
Jul 04, 2017
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Eileen L.
Feb 13, 2017
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Kevin M.
Jul 30, 2016
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Excellent dive shop, and wonderfully customer service oriented dive crew! The afternoon of our dive they had an air compressor malfunction, but they quickly went and got a couple dozen tanks from a nearby shop. The boat was large and sturdy, and Captain Slate promised to find us some sharks! He had a couple tubs full of chum ready, and brought several of his staff along for safety and assistance. At the first dive we dropped the chum and kept our distance, but no sharks showed up. However, at the second dive we did have about 6 of them come in for a feeding frenzy! It was amazing and breath
Vida L.
May 26, 2015
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Kimberly K.
Jun 27, 2014
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My boyfriend and I headed out from Kendall at 7am hoping to catch an early snorkeling adventure here. Unfortunately, the ONLY reservation time they had for snorkeling ALL day was at 12pm. So we reached there naturally by 9am and had 3 hours to kill. I found I odd that they only provided one time at such a late time too... Anyway, I was still excited since we found a marvelous groupon deal here and I had never snorkeled! We adventured around random spots within a 7 mile radius to kill time and came back to Captain Slate's a little before 12 to check in. Although the boat was scheduled for 12
Nicole H.
Mar 08, 2012
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My husband and I were the only snorkelers on the boat, so we were paired with a scuba group. This was fine for us, since we got to float above the scuba divers and watch them feed nurse sharks (awesome) and a happy grouper that may or may not have been intentionally trained that humans + buckets = food (hilarious). The reef is beautiful, and we saw lots of exciting fish, including at least 10 barracuda.
That said, we didn't really receive any instructions on how to snorkel. We both had experience, but I can see how this could be an issue and therefore agree with past reviews. For example
That said, we didn't really receive any instructions on how to snorkel. We both had experience, but I can see how this could be an issue and therefore agree with past reviews. For example
