Dive Key West with Captain’s Corner – Explore the Famous Vandenberg Wreck and Coral Reefs
Captain’s Corner Dive Center invites visitors to Dive Key West with experienced instructors and explore world-class dive sites. Established in 1985, Captain’s Corner is renowned as a PADI 5 Star Dive Center, offering a wide range of scuba diving certifications and specialty training. Divers can progress from the introductory Discover Scuba Diving course ($220 for one-day experience) to advanced training such as Open Water Certification or Divemaster programs. Each course begins daily and includes personalized instruction in small groups within a private, tropical setting.
Certified divers are encouraged to experience the captivating marine life of Key West’s reefs, located within the protected National Marine Sanctuary, or dive the legendary Vandenberg wreck, rated the number-one wreck dive by Scuba Diving Magazine readers. As the second-largest artificial reef worldwide, the Vandenberg offers an unforgettable adventure for experienced divers.
The Sea Eagle, Captain Corner’s custom-built 46-foot Newton dive boat, provides an optimal diving experience with spacious decks, dual-level seating, freshwater showers, large dive ladders, a dedicated camera station, and state-of-the-art navigation. Equipped with powerful twin Cummins engines delivering over 800hp, the Sea Eagle ensures comfort and reliability during each diving excursion.
Captain’s Corner’s rental equipment undergoes rigorous maintenance and sanitation protocols, ensuring divers have safe and reliable gear for every dive. The dive center’s friendly and professional crew—led by longtime owner Leslie—includes expert captains, passionate PADI-certified instructors, and helpful divemasters committed to delivering memorable diving experiences.
Located conveniently in downtown Key West, Captain’s Corner Dive Center is just one block from Duval Street and a short walk to the dive boat dock at Key West Bight Marina. Dive into adventure today with Captain’s Corner and explore the unparalleled beauty beneath Key West’s waves.
