The morning two tank Key West Dive Trips are great because this includes a double dive in a Vandenberg wreck dive.
Highlights
Dive the wreck twice on the same trip
Log dive depths from 75 to 90 feet
Work with an experienced on-board dive team
Cruise on the 50' Phoenix high-speed custom dive boat
Enjoy clean restrooms and fresh water showers
Description
The waters off Key West are a diver’s paradise. Scuba diving in Key West offers access to the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, featuring the only living coral reef in the Continental US. The reef stretches for miles, most of it is healthy and teeming with diverse and abundant marine life, and much of the diving is shallow and easy – perfect for new divers, family groups, or dive training sessions. Many days of great visibility and hundreds of colorful and unique fish and coral species earn the reef dives off the Keys a place on every diver’s bucket list.
The morning two-tank Key West dive trips are great because when conditions permit they include a reef dive and a wreck dive rolled into one trip. The 500-foot long USNS General Hoyt S. Vandenberg served as a troop transport and missile-tracking vessel. When the ship was decommissioned, Joe Weatherby, one of the Key West dive captains, led a successful campaign to have the Vandenberg stripped and sunk as an artificial reef and dive site. In place since May 27, 2009, the Vandenberg is the largest wreck in the Keys, and has already become home to hundreds of species of fish, corals, and other marine life forms.
The Vandenberg lies at a depth of 140 feet, approximately 6 miles SSE of Key West in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, and is easily accessible to divers of all skill levels. The lower sections of the wreck allow for deep dives, while the upper decks and super structure of the ship rise to within 47 feet of the surface, making for comfortable beginner and intermediate diving. Professional dive guides work with all Open Water divers, but qualified Advanced Open Water Divers who have their own dive computers may explore the Vandenberg independently if they wish.
Come on board with us and experience two of the best dives in US waters: reef diving in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and wreck diving on the USNS Vandenberg. A Cool Destinations two-tank dive trip will let you log an unforgettable day of undersea fun and excitement.
*Please click the Details tab for technical information about diving on the USNS Vandenberg.
Schedule
Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including address, Google map, and parking information - will be included in your final confirmation email.
Duration: 4.5 Hours
Check-in time: Please check in 8am.
What's Included
Full Equipment Package includes Tanks, Weights,Weight Belt, BCD, Regulator, fins and mask
Tanks and Weights includes Tanks, Weights and Weight Belt
First Tank at the Vandenberg, second tank is a captains choice (Vandenberg, Cayman Salvage Master, Joe's Tug or a Reef)
Gratuities (Optional)
A Dive Guide is Required for Open Water Divers for a fee of $30.00 (advanced divers with Computers are not required to have a guide).
What To Bring
Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
A Smile!
Additional Info
Likely To Sell Out
Spaces are extremely limited this time of year so book early to ensure the date you
want.
Voucher Confirmation Info
This tour accepts both printed and electronic vouchers (e-vouchers). You can either print
the voucher and present a paper copy on the day of travel. Or, if you travel with a
mobile device, simply show your Photo ID and present your voucher on your Smartphone or
tablet on the day of travel.
Local Operator Information
Complete operator information, including local telephone number, will be included on your
Confirmation Voucher.
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given to customers' questions.
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Key West Morning 2-Tank Vandenberg Wreck SCUBA Dive will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Where can I park my car?
If required, parking instructions for the Key West Morning 2-Tank Vandenberg Wreck SCUBA Dive will be included in your confirmation email.
What is the weather cancellation policy?
If the Key West Morning 2-Tank Vandenberg Wreck SCUBA Dive must be canceled due to bad weather, and you cannot go on another day or time, you will be issued a refund by Cool Destinations.
How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
Guests participating in Scuba diving cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.
Do I need to fill out a medical questionnaire to Scuba dive?
Yes, a medical history form must be completed by all divers prior to participating in Key West Morning 2-Tank Vandenberg Wreck SCUBA Dive. You are responsible to make sure you are medically qualified to participate in this activity.
Location
Key West, Florida Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google
map, and parking information – for will be included in your final confirmation
email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check
your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes it way
to you!
Reviews
Average 4.82 out of 5 stars based on 34 verified reviews from Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Love the vandy!!
Judith H, Mar 2022 Verified
My first wreck dive, but I fear I may be spoiled for all others. That’s a high bar to compare all others too!!
Killer wreck dive!
John H, Feb 2022 Verified
Awesome dive trip on the Vandenberg. Really easy booking. The shop was super helpful and our guide Arden was very capable and professional. The boat was a high quality custom dive boat which handled the seas just fine. Loved everything about the trip. It’s a very straightforward dive. Very little current even though it had been blowing 20-25 knots for several days. We went in February, so wear a 3/2 full wetsuit. I also needed a hood because I am a lightweight. Saw a fair amount of barracuda, jacks, snapper and at least one Goliath grouper.
Great dive at the Vandenberg Wreck
John T, Feb 2022 Verified
It was a beautiful dive with all the coral that is growing on the ship and lots of fish. Lots of fun spots to swim through. The crew was friendly and helpful. I would like to dive with them again.
Great staff!
Chang S, Oct 2021 Verified
The crew were super accommodating and helpful.
Awesome Vandenberg Dive
Grant G, Oct 2021 Verified
Had a great dive with Alex and team. Staff was great and on point, and the boat Capt was great as well. Super cool wreck and location. I highly recommend!
This was an amazing 2 tank dive.
Jeff S, Sep 2021 Verified
The wreck dive was won of my favorite dives.
Key West Vandenberg dive
Cory G, Sep 2021 Verified
Good crew, nice boat, no nonsense, great diving experience. Very accommodating, wish I would have gone again when I had the chance, next time…
Great Dive and Great Crew!
Kevin G, Aug 2021 Verified
My 17 year old daughter and I made this dive with Key West Scuba Diving. All of the staff in the shop, crew on the boat and our guide Zach were super friendly and focused on making sure everyone had a great dive.I dove a couple of days with this company and each time the guides taught me things that will make me a better diver going forward.The Vandenberg is a great dive being able to get deeper than normal and swim through a coral covered ship, navigating through rooms and down hallways was the best dive experience I have had.
Vandenberg wreck dives
CHESTER J, Jul 2021 Verified
Went with key west scuba and had kim as my guide. I had a fantastic time and would rank this trip as my favorite dive trip.
Great staff
SCOTT D, Jul 2021 Verified
Professional and safe operation
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