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Captain Hook’s Dive Shops, The Florida Keys

One operator, three award-winning locations in the Florida Keys.

By Brooke Morton | Published On November 1, 2025

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Earning 21 Readers’ Choice Awards in 2025—more than any other Florida Keys operator—Captain Hook’s continues to stand out for its commitment to divers. Readers consistently recognized its three locations in Marathon, Big Pine Key, and Key West for quality of staff and instruction, attention to safety and overall experience.

At the heart of Captain Hook’s reputation is its dedicated team of instructors and guides, bringing professionalism, local knowledge and personal attention to every trip.

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Guests praise Captain Hook’s for its competent staff, thorough training and safety standards.

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Captain Hook’s also offers experiences beyond a typical Keys dive. Explore four major wrecks—including the famous USNS General Hoyt. S Vandenberg—join a coral out-planting trip to support reef restoration or design a private, custom charter to focus on wrecks, reefs, conservation or specialized training.

2026 Readers Choice Awards

Readers recognized Captain Hook’s locations in Key West, Big Pine Key, and Marathon for excellence across multiple categories—including Best Overall, Quality of Staff, Quality of Dive Boats, Quality of Rental Gear, and Attention to Safety.