My fiancé and I booked online with Lost Reef Adventures for our first ocean dives. We were…read morecertified back in October in a fresh water quarry. The day we went, the waves were pretty choppy. I got in the water and panicked. Kelly, our guide, expertly made sure I got back to the boat. Spencer, our dive master, helped me up and reassured me the whole time. I got to spend the next couple hours hanging out with Spencer and robin (the captain), which honestly, was a great time. What I loved is how committed they were to safety, and also making me feel valid in my decision to abort the dives. My partner successfully completed two dives and had a fantastic experience with Kelly guiding him. If/when we're back in key west again for diving, we will definitely book with Lost Reef again!!

Lost Reef Adventures...the worst dive shop that I have encountered in 30 years of scuba diving…read more The negatives: The owner, Nick, was extremely unfriendly to the point of being hostile. He had a serious attitude problem and had no idea what the concept of "customer service" meant. He just stares at you, waiting for you to say something...it's really creepy. After telling us to show up at 7:00 for the morning dives, no one from the shop bothered to show up until 7:45. The crew was only okay. The dive master acted like this was an annoyance to be taking us out on a dive...like he just wanted to get this over and done with. He just swam around for 45 minutes until it was time to re-board. The boat pilot told us, "We're not leaving the dock until you get your gear ready." There was one guy (with a mullet and ear rings) that was pretty cool and very helpful. The equipment was fair, but had some issues. The first tank that I hooked up to only had 1200 psi, turns out that 1/4 of the tanks onboard had previously been used and not removed or refilled. The fact that they all had the rubber covers on the valve (indicating a fresh tank) made it very confusing as to which tank to use. My dive buddy's regulator was inoperable. The dives were fair at best. I guess Key West really isn't that great for sea life when compared to the USVI or Belize, buy the dive master didn't even bother to point out sea life. EVERY dive I've been on in 30 years had a dive master that took pride in his/her job and did their best to point out - things to see - during the dive. I told the travel office on the base at Sigsbee not to recommend them. There are vastly superior shops like Southpoint Divers and Captain's Corner that will give you a much more pleasant experience. I dove with Southpoint on all of my subsequent dives in Key West. The positives: The boat was great - lotsa space for everyone, safety equipment was plentiful, and the safety briefing was well done. As I mentioned before, one of the crew (lives in Roatan, Honduras and was visiting his daughter) was very helpful but unfortunately, he was the exception. The BCDs, masks, and fins were fine. There's not really anything else positive that came out of my experiences. Do yourself a favor and use one of the other dive shops in Key West.

Did a ceremony to scatter my mother's ashes with Capt. Davey at Easy Day. He was great! I would…read morehighly recommend him for that type of activity, or even better if it is for a fun time.

Super friendly and great customer service went out all day memories we won't forget !read more

Loved Ian and Joeys tour!! Very nice & knowledge and explained everything in depth! Joey took…read moreamazing photos as well

My husband and I took a daytime cruise to see dolphins and hang out on a sandbar! It was one of the…read morehighlights of our trip- the staff was incredible- each were so fun and kind! We will definitely do this kind of thing again because it was such a positive experience! They advertise all you can drink as well as a buffet and let me just say, they mean it! We had our fair share of mimosas that day!

Excellent trip! The guides were knowledgeable and friendly and down to earth. The snacks were yummy…read moreand healthy!

This was an absolutely PHENOMENAL tour and experience- Charlie and Jessie were incredible, they…read morewent positively above and beyond to give us a great experience, and their knowledge about the area and the wildlife is 15/10. Particularly appreciated not only their knowledge, but their respectful approach to viewing the wildlife and prioritizing their safety and comfort. If you want a true educational and in-depth Key West experience, especially one that does not force tourists on the animals around them, this is the team for you. Thank you Jessie and Charlie!!

We had an absolutely unforgettable experience with Island Tales Charter! From start to finish,…read moreeverything exceeded our expectations. Captain Andy was incredible--friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire trip fun and relaxing for our whole family. My wife, our three kids, and even our dog had an amazing time. We spent the day swimming, snorkeling, and exploring beautiful sandbars that felt like our own private paradise. One of the highlights was cruising through the mangroves--the views were stunning and unlike anything we've experienced before. It was peaceful, scenic, and truly memorable. If you're looking for a perfect family adventure in Key West, this is it. Highly recommend Island Tales Charter--we'll definitely be back!

We had an amazing day with captain Andy!! He was in contact within minutes of booking to go over…read moredetails and was ready and waiting for us when we arrived. All six of us said it was our favorite day of the vacation. We was so patient teaching my kids how to fish, even as they kept losing the bait. We feel we got a unique experience from him and a really special day. We brought burgers and dogs and grilled on a little island. Will absolutely book with Captain Andy again when we return!

Setting off on a kayak and snorkel outing comes with "chances". Chances it might rain, chances it…read moremight be windy are but two. Our trip was excellent. Our 'captain' and 'guide', Bethany, was really good at handling the boat, and all that went with it (including us)!! Maximum number of guests is six, today we were four, we all got along well. The kayaking around the little mangrove island was easy despite the moderate wind. Those easily frightened need not be. Bethany imparted a lot of interesting mangrove facts as we went as well as pointing out the different birds that occupy the island. Not really an island as it's all mangroves and no sand, dirt or rock to stand on. Snorkeling that day wasn't great. It had recently rained and the water was a bit murky but we did see a variety of sponges and a few fish. The sail back to port was relaxing, snacks were put out, pineapple and those chunky pretzel things, and for a bit, all was right in the world.

Yes! Had an amazing time. Shout out to our guide, Eddie. He was attentive, friendly, and very…read morepersonable. He taught us quite a bit about Key's flora and fauna. We were lucky to see manatees and sharks. The tour lasts about 2 hours, so make sure you protect yourself from the sun and stay hydrated. It gets crazy hot out here in the Keys. What are you waiting for? Book your tour now!

Kayla, Dennis and the captain did an excellent job at making sure we were safe and had tons of fun…read more Super kind and friendly and the prices were very fair Thx!

Great charter ship for actual SCUBA. Did not use them for the SNUBA, but based on the way they ran…read moretheir boat, I'm sure it is a great experience. We ended up using them based in a few recommendations to dive the Vandenberg on a Sunday morning in Key West. They weee very accommodating and the setup process was simple. Waivers were done digitally, so everything was set once we got to the boat. Parking and directions were simple, which says a lot in Key West. Once we boarded, they helped us every step of the way. The dive briefing was thorough, the captain did a great job, and our guide/DM Scott was very effective. We did a two tank dive, so the second dive was a shallow reef. Visibility wasn't great, but we made the most of it and had a fantastic second dive as well. I haven't dive with all of the operators down in KW, but I would have no problem recommending divers to SNUBA. Thanks for the great dive and team!

This beach is tiny and full of gross seaweed. Maybe it's not always like that, but I wasn't getting…read morein that water. There is a little cage there and you can rent chairs and umbrellas.

It's more like a jetty. The beach part isn't very clean. However, right next to the beach, they…read morehave built a platform on which you can sit and enjoy as the wave hits your feet along the wall of the platform. The water is quite shallow and you can actually walk down a couple of feets. However, by the evening, the high tide takes over and the water level rises. A very good place to sit back, relax and enjoy the ocean. It is just one block away from the Southernmost point. However, it is not as crowded as the Southernmost point. There is a cafe nearby - Southernmost Beach Cafe - where you can have drinks and food. There are many more restaurants just one street away and if you are looking for fine dining, there is a Japanese restaurant Ambrosia, which we tried, and is really good.

Absolutely reserve Anthony for a private boat trip while in the Keys. From start to finish this…read moretrip was amazing for my family. Anthony's boat is top notch, all the equipment is new and nice (paddle boards, masks, etc). Anthony's knowledge and experience of navigating the Key's waterways is outstanding; your family will be safe on this trip! We will definitely book again.

Captain Anthony and his pup Mystic were the highlight of our trip! Perfect boat to go to the sand…read morebars in and float in the beautiful water. Fits 6 guests very comfortably and plenty of storage area for your bags. Giant cooler filled with ice was the perfect touch.

What an amazing day snorkeling and going to the sand bar!! Our group had an amazing time and Capt…read more Ralph was very knowledgeable. It was great to not be in one of those crowded boats with 40+ people. This private experience was one to remember. We will definitly do this trip again when we visit next year.

From the owner: Avoid the crowded boats where you snorkel with dozens of people. Wouldn't you rather experience Key…read moreWest and surrounding waters on a safe, stable, and fast power catamaran? When you book with Leisure Cat Adventure Tours, you will have many options. We are not a one-trip-boat, our boat is very versatile and can take you to the reef, Mangrove Islands, Backcountry, Sandbars, and Dolphin Playground. Because we are a quick boat and able to go into shallow water, you'll spend more time relaxing at your ultimate destination and activity. We go everywhere!