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Cave Diving, Diving, Dive Shops

Diving

In addition to the availability of open water diving opportunities, the Original Florida is the cave diving capital of the United States.  We have the world's best  freshwater spring diving sites year-round .  Visibility usually exceeds an astonishing 200 feet.  Special certification is required to dive in caves or caverns.  Diving Courses are offered throughout the region.  Dive excursions are available through local dive shops.

Many springs emerge from an expansive, underwater cave system, which is interconnected through subterranean passages; Ginnie Springs is the most widely known. Other popular locations include Peacock Springs; Blue Springs near Madison; Troy Springs; Little River Springs; Orange Grove Sink; Royal Springs; Yana Springs; and Cow Springs, along with the Suwannee and Santa Fe Rivers.

Cave Diving

Guided cave, cavern and open-water diving are available from master dive instructors.  Available guides and locations are listed below.

  • Steamboat Dive In:  River and spring charters, which include transportation, meals and lodging.  Equipment rentals, diving instruction and guided dives are also available. Prices vary, and reservations are required. Contact Dustin Glesi at (904) 935-2283.

  • Scan-Florida Diving, Inc:  Private guided tours for up to 12 divers.  Prices vary depending on activities and length of stay.  Contact Britt Rothman at (352) 371-5700.

  • Branford Dive Center:  Offers day and night diving expeditions, which include transportation, meals and lodging. The dive center also provides equipment rentals, diving instruction, and video taping services. Contact Gene Broome at (904) 935-1141.

Dive Shops

  • Steamboat Dive Inn
386-935-2283 US 27 & SR 129 Branford, FL 32008
  • Ginnie Springs Dive Center
386-454-2202 7300 N.E. Ginnie Springs Rd High Springs, FL 32643
  • Blue Springs Resort, Inc.
941-971-2880 Rt. 1 Box 1950 SR #6 Lee, FL  32059
  • Aquatic Center
352-377-3483 3204 SW 35th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32608
  • Divers Supply & Water Sports
352-332-4141 1281 NW 76th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32606
  • Water World Dive Center
352-377-2822 720 NW 13th St Gainesville, FL 32601
  • Lloyd Bailey's Scuba
352-332-0738 3500-F NW 97th Blvd Gainesville, FL 32606
 
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