Captain Josh and Collin were EVERYTHING. We were three chaotic chicks who have never scuba-dived a…read moreday in our lives, and these two were patient like they were training baby dolphins . They were fun, knowledgeable, and made us feel so safe -- even with my 2-year-old on board! They made sure he had a great time too (honestly I think they liked him more than us ). They even picked cool sea creatures out of the water just so he could see. My heart melted. We laughed, we panicked (a little), we survived, and we had the BEST time thanks to them. If you're looking for a sign to book -- THIS IS IT.

Dylan and John were both very knowledgeable and helpful. Enjoyed swimming with all the fish and saw…read morea stingray.

Great place to kayak and/or stand-up paddleboard!…read more $4 to get into the park for the day. Plenty of parking available, especially if you come early, and even on a Saturday. Each time I've gone, the water is nice and calm. The last time I went, I saw 5 turtles and 1 small shark! Very cool! Will definitely come again to paddleboard!

So glad we stumbled upon this place while we were exploring FLL and the State Park. We rented a…read moredouble kayak on a deal day and had an amazing time! Saw tons of wildlife, cool vegetation, and nice views. Lots of planes were flying overhead, which interrupted the peaceful nature aspect but was sorta fun to watch right above us. The staff guy was nice and not pushy. It's a bit hidden and tricky to find. The signs were confusing until we asked a park ranger for directions but totally worth a visit! They had snacks, food, beverages, merch and lots of seating if you wanted to hang out too!

I learned to dive with Cordova Diving and earned a PADI Open Water certificate on my recent…read morevacation to Fort Lauderdale. Cordova Diving doesn't wait for large classes to fill, but structures its courses to suit the students' schedules, which resulted in my receiving one-on-one private instruction for less money than I would have paid another dive shop for an eight-student class. It was a mental and physical challenge because I was a novice, but, Michael, the dive instructor and owner, was so patient. He made it fun and interesting too. His confidence in his skills is impressive and well earned--I was constantly amazed how intuitive and observant he was in anticipating, spotting, and correcting even the smallest details of my dive experience. For instance, about the time I was wondering if my dive mask was too tight, Michael asked, "Your dive mask looks kind of tight. How does it feel? Is it too tight for you?" And, then, he helped me make the adjustment. That sort of thing happened more than once. I had an amazing vacation--the water off of Fort Lauderdale was so warm and clear--I got to dive a coral reef, see tropical fish, and I even swam with a sea turtle! I'm already thinking about going back next year and taking the Advanced Open Water course with Cordova Diving.

My family and I (me, my husband, plus 17 and 14 year old kids) traveled from Ohio to do the PADI…read moreOpen Water Diver course with Michael and we just loved him. Michael is a fantastic instructor with tons of experience, a passion for diving, and great ability to explain technical concepts. He is also patient and adaptable, which is important when dealing with inexperienced divers, as well as the unpredictable ocean. We encountered numerous curve balls, but Michael handled them with grace in the best way possible. And above all that, he's just a pleasant person to be around. We are already planning another trip to Florida to dive more with Michael.

Located at the far end of Sportsman's Park and visited today to find a pair of inexpensive diver's…read morebooties. They have a large assortment of booties by two companies - Tusa and Evo. The low cut Evo booties are cheap at $34.99 but the Tusa are pricey. Ordering online is the same price with free shipping with the purchase of two pairs. Actually was impressed by the quantity of angler products in the semi-spacious store. The two employees were available for questions upon entry.

Very nice, well stocked for the diver young and old. Very pleasant and helpful service. Prices…read morereasonable and excellent quality merchandise. Will be back!

I recently dived with this charter and found the crew to be friendly, competent, and efficient in…read moregetting us to and from the dive site. Unfortunately, several operational policies and equipment limitations made the overall experience less than ideal. Despite being fully trained, equipped, certified, and accustomed to solo diving with redundant gear, I was told solo diving is not allowed due to "insurance." This was disappointing, particularly since literally every other South Florida operator I dived with on this same trip had no issue with certified solo divers. Being forced into an instabuddy situation can actually increase risk if the assigned buddy lacks experience or compatibility. No dive guide is provided, which makes the restriction even more arbitrary. Limited Tank Options. Aluminum 80s are offered. No steel tanks and no Nitrox. On deeper sites (60-100 ft), this significantly limits bottom time compared to charters that offer enriched air or higher‑capacity cylinders. The boat uses plastic tank arms to secure the tanks. When I asked for a bungee, I was told it wasn't necessary for tanks without gear on them. During the ride back, an empty tank broke free and rolled across the deck. This is a preventable safety hazard and shouldn't happen on a professional dive boat. There is no bow‑to‑stern tagline, which makes moving alongside the boat in heavy surface current unnecessarily difficult and requires heavy kicking at the end of the dive to avoid missing the stern line. The stern tagline is tied off several feet away from the "fins-off" ladder, forcing divers to remove their fins while holding the ladder with one hand. In rough seas, this is an awkward, difficult and potentially unsafe process. For drift dives, I prefer to do a negative entry and use my own clutch reel which easily unwinds as I jump in and drop to the bottom. Instead, I was told I must splash first, then surface, and wait for the crew to throw the reel to me, even though I made it clear this was not my preferred diving style. This removes control from the diver and isn't consistent with how many experienced charters safely conduct drift dives. The crew themselves were great, but several policies and equipment choices feel unnecessarily restrictive or unsafe, especially compared to other South Florida operators.

American Dream Dive Charters is one of the best scuba diving charter experiences I've had in Fort…read moreLauderdale, FL. If you're looking for a safe, professional, and genuinely fun dive charter operating out of Ft. Lauderdale, this is the crew to book with. The crew is outstanding -- knowledgeable, organized, and clearly passionate about diving. Their briefings are thorough and easy to follow, and they do a great job making divers of all experience levels feel comfortable and confident. The atmosphere on the boat is always relaxed, welcoming, and upbeat. The diving has been consistently excellent. Every trip I've done with American Dream Dive Charters has been well planned, smoothly run, and full of memorable underwater experiences. The crew works hard to put divers on great sites while maintaining a strong focus on safety and customer service. I highly recommend American Dream Dive Charters to anyone looking to dive in Fort Lauderdale. I always look forward to getting back on their boat.

Typing this on my phone is difficult because I'm thrilled about my experience at Aquatic Ventures I…read morejust want to write forever. For 20+ years of living in South Florida, I wanted to get my open water diving certification but every year, life happens. Through friends I found Aquatic Ventures by way of an awesome foundation called Dive4Vets and there began my adventure. Setting up my schedule couldn't have been easier. The staff here are...well, are you old enough to remember Cheers? If you are, it felt like that-as if we've known each other for years. Walking into the shop, there's a great selection of gear but I'm here to learn and learn I did! Classroom and pool day was my first experience trying to breathe underwater which is an odd thing. The following day, we were off to Tigertail Lake not too far away. Note: even though it was close to 90, the water temp was 76! Be prepared. Final dives were again in Tigertail due to uncooperative weather. Through the staffs instruction, I feel confident and comfortable being underwater and they truly care about each individuals progress and success. If you are already certified, check out their gear at great prices. If you're not certified, go! RUN! FLY! To Aquatic Ventures. If you're a disabled vet, give Dive4Vets a look!

I am thankful for the team that helped me get certified. I started off in a 9ft indoor pool with…read moreInstructor Z. He had a lot of patience to work with me due to my disabilities. Z even helped me on my 2nd day of certification in the open water. It was such a nice dive out in the reef. On my 3rd and final day I had Moe and Laura to help me with my final portion of certification. It was a great time as I got to see a turtle and tiny crab that dive. I corkscrew have had a much better experience at this place. Oh I forgot to mention, I drove in from Tampa as I was recommended this Dive Shop. I hope to come back and dive with them on a trip or two they have planned on the coming months.

Jorge A. took my husband out for two days of diving and four great dives via the Goliath. Jorge is…read morean excellent dive guide, did a thorough job explaining what to expect & made sure to point out all the neat things. He was also adept at making sure to document me, documenting our adventures!

Fantastic place to get Dive Certified! Everyone is so helpful and the second you walk in someone…read moreis there to greet you and answer any questions about classes or equipment. Staff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Got my diver certification here April 2019 with my brother and they made it has easy as possible and was able to get it in a week between online studying, pool time and 4 dives following PADI guidelines. Rob Davis was our instructor and I HIGHLY recommend him! He was awesome, knowledgeable, experienced, and makes you feel very safe in the water. We were on a bit of a time constraint to get certified and Rob worked with us to get it done as quickly and efficiently as possible. It was a great experience and I would recommend people of all ages to get certified here at Lauderdale Diver.

Arie is incredible. Icontacted him about boat rental as a future gift for my husband for our 25th…read moreanniversary. He suggested I take him on the boat on our anniversary, he could drop us in an island then later go to a restaurant. I loved the idea. Well, my husband was speechless, he absolutely loved the surprise! We also picked up our daughters to celebrate with us the dinner, we stopped at a marina on the way where they were waiting. He is top notch! The best totally recommend for any day... it becomes unforgettable!

From the owner: Derziaventura is currently providing: - Diving Trips…read more- SCUBA Diving - Spearfishing Trips - Boat Captain Services - Boat Charters *The maximum capacity for one adventure is 12 people* Open 24 hours a day, Derziaventuras is excited to show you some of South Florida's most beautiful sites. Come join us for scuba diving or a scuba training trip where we will venture out to some of our favorite dive sites. The water temperature is warm all year-round making diving or snorkeling enjoyable for all. Each trip includes all equipment, the boat trip, and Captain Arie will also catch a fish and serve Sashimi to you and your group. As a reliable captain with over 18 years of experience, Arie is excited to show you all around the Miami Harbor - especially underneath it! What makes us different is our commitment to excellence. We will take all groups, no matter how small, and are committed to ensuring you and your group have a memorable experience to cherish for a lifetime. Please call to request pricing for your adventure. Adventures start at 4 hours and are available to be extended for your needs. We can't wait to hear from you!

I have used Compressed Air Supplies for the better part of the last ten years for my personal dive…read morecompressors and referred them to all of my yacht clients. Their staff is knowledgeable, a vast majority of their parts are in stock, and they're ready to travel. Best compressor service hands down in South Florida and throughout the Caribbean!

Compressed Air Supplies and Equipment Inc is a great company. They were helpful and thorough,…read morealways asking if I needed help with something. Sean Batchelder in particular was a great help. He stuck with me all the way in assisting me. Bauer did the right thing in picking this company.Compressed Air Supplies and Equipment Inc is a wonderful company that is helpful, always stocked with whatever you might need, and dedicated to getting the job done