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.

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.

Todd is the best. He works with you and you're schedule. You'd be hard pressed to find a more…read moreknowledgeable and experienced teach. I would recommend him to everyone!!!!!!

From the owner: Diving can lead to adventures in exotic tropical locales and an exciting lifetime profession…read moreanywhere in the world. Choosing Aquaman Diving means you’re only satisfied with the very best in NAUI Instruction. NAUI has the highest training standards in the diving industry and NAUI divers enjoy a worldwide reputation for being accomplished underwater explorers where each breath turns a new page in a journey into the unknown.

Super easy rental for the day. Just wanted to shore dive and the gave me the exact load out I…read moreneeded. Super friendly owner and staff!

Gold Coast Scuba is located near Anglin's Pier Reef, the best remaining shore-accessible reef off…read moreFt. Lauderdale. New owner Sam El Kik has reorganized the place and put down no-slip flooring. He also has safer dive buoys than the treacherous fiberglass rod models. Sam is extremely friendly and helpful, and is dedicated to top-quality gear and environmental protection. If you're a diver or snorkeler in Broward County, be sure to stop by!

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.

This was a great excursion and better than the beach. It was like swimming in a fish tank! Plus…read moreDylan and Luis made sure safety was a priority. They kept us safe and made sure we saw some really cool fish.

We took the first boat out this morning. We provide this rating based off the information on…read morewebsite and details prior to booking, viewing glass (one companion did not snorkel), was advised to get to shop to share my concerns; however, one of my companions was in a rush to leave so I'm sharing here, and level of confidence if we needed help in the water. We beginners had expectations based on what was presented and these expectations weren't met; such as correct arrival time and its purpose (we could have arrived at 10:00), wearing a swim cap, sunscreen to wear to protect the reefs, when to take Dramamine. After inquiring about it when we were out on the water. First mate John discussed the timing of when to use Dramamine (night before and an hour or hour and a half before getting on boat) and that there is not any on the the boat and it would not be effective. Dramime instructions should be just as clear as the waiver that if you take this risk no one is responsible for the outcome and it extends to your heirs. He further stated I would need to go to "the shop" to pick up the Dramamine that was purchased while booking in addition to speaking to them about detailed preparation instructions. We did appreciate the Captain saying that he would provide something to smell and suggested focusing on a particular thing if motion sickness occurs. I did not get the vibe that first mate John was prepared or willing to go in the water to rescue if he had to. I did not stay in water long, I could not relax as I had a hard time with blowing air out, and inhaling salt water. I attempted twice and exhausted myself. In those brief moments I saw grey or silver fish, nothing as beautiful as when I was in the ocean years ago (pollution sure has damaged this ecosystem) . My two other companions stayed out for a little bit and did not see a variety of fish, or any other marine life that wows. The two viewing squares were not clear like glass. A disappointment for our companion that did not snorkel. Captain was clear on his instructions and expectations! When we ended the the Captain mentioned buying things to protect the reefs; I want to reiterate I do not recall this being communicated prior to booking. My hope is that beginners see this and are more informed than we were and that those responsible for updating instructions would include these tips.

These guys are absolutely hands down THE BEST dive shop in south Florida. I had a specific dive…read morewatch made by aqua lung that I broke trying to replace the battery (tiny little very specific screws rusted and broke, don't buy aqualung dive watches). aqualung directly was useless and literally refused to help without going through a "dealer". divers direct with their *3* big locations REFUSED to help me as did every other dive shop in the area. The owner at Underseas Sports said he would take it to his aqualung rep for me. it took some time but he had his aqualung rep actually find the last of these watches around and got the screws for me. He then brought the watch to the dive watch doctor who fixed the watch with the screws he sourced then mailed it back to me. They saved a $500 dive watch that the manufacturer refused to support. I cannot thank the team at underseas sports enough. If I could give them 6 stars, I would.

Amazing!! Decided while we were in Fort Lauderdale to get granddaughter certified as a diver…read more They were excellent and worked us in so that she could get it the very week we were there! She is thrilled to now be a certified diver and she said the experience couldn't have been better!!

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!

Had a great time this morning, here in Miami going out on a dive with Squalo diver! I recommend!read more

Our 12 year old did the introductory Scuba class in the pool on site at Squalo. Instructor Paulina…read morewas extremely knowledgeable and encouraging as our daughter was learning new scuba skills. we had a great overall experience.

C squared is the best! I had a fantastic experience this week in their open water course! Cassie is…read moreso knowledgeable and experienced, I felt like I was in great hands! She made the learning experience fun and made sure we knew the skills to make for an enjoyable and safe dive. I couldn't say enough great things about this company- I will recommend it to everyone!

These guys are amazing!! If you've ever wanted to get certified this is the place to go. Chris and…read moreCassie are so professional and patient and safety is always their #1 priority. I will definitely be going back for future certifications!!