Scuba Dive Charters in Bradenton & Sarasota, FL
Florida Gulf Coast Scuba offers private scuba diving charters serving Bradenton, Sarasota, Venice, and the greater Tampa Bay area. Every trip departs on our 31ft Twin Vee with a maximum of 6 divers — no crowded cattle boats, just a focused, personalized dive experience led by a Coast Guard-licensed captain and fully certified dive crew. Whether you're exploring shallow reefs, hunting lionfish, diving deep offshore wrecks, or venturing into Florida's freshwater springs, we have a charter built for you.
*All charters are priced as a private boat with a minimum of 4 divers and maximum of 6 per charter — that means your group can have the Twin Vee to yourselves!!
2 Tank Dives
Whether you're fresh off your Open Water card or chasing a little more depth, our 2-tank Gulf dives are the perfect. Offered as the the perfect introduction to Gulf Coast diving for newly certified open water divers or for open water certified divers looking to go a little deeper.
On these dive you’ll explore wrecks, vibrant artificial reefs, limestone ledges teeming with marine life - in the warm Gulf waters — these dives rage in maximum depth of 40 to 60 feet depending on what you’re in the mood for. All Open Water certified divers and above are welcome. Maximum 6 divers per trip ensures personal attention on every dive.
Open Water certification required | Gear & tank rental available on request
All Trips subject to Terms & Conditions as outlined.
Trips must meet a minimum 4 divers on any trip to leave dock.
3 Tank Dives
More bottom time, more dives, more adventure. Our 3-tank dives are offered for those looking to stay in open water certification debts up to 60 feet and those with Advanced Open Water certification looking to dive up to 90 feet.
These amazing dives gives you an extended day on the water with three dives across multiple sites. Ideal for divers who want to make the most of a full day on the Gulf.
Open Water or Advanced Open Water certification required | Gear & tank rental available on request
All Trips subject to Terms & Conditions as outlined.
Trips must meet a minimum 4 divers on any trip to leave dock.
Certification requirements depend on dive selection.
Deep Offshore Wreck Trek
The Wreck Trek is our signature deep-water charter — a 3-tank offshore dive to some of the Gulf Coast's most compelling wreck sites, located up to 20 miles offshore and reaching depths of 130 feet. Explore steel-framed wrecks encrusted with corals and swarming with snapper, grouper, amberjack, and more. Advanced & NITROX certification required | Gear & tank rental available on request
All Trips subject to Terms & Conditions as outlined.
Trips must meet a minimum 4 divers on any trip to leave dock.
Florida Freshwater Springs Dive Expeditions
Florida is home to some of the world's most spectacular freshwater diving. Our springs expeditions take you into crystal-clear, 68°F spring-fed caverns and cave systems filled with ancient geological formations. We handle all logistics — just bring your certification card.
Single Spring Expedition
One spring, one unforgettable dive.
$175 per diver max 4 divers
Tanks provided | Gear rental available on request | Open Water certification required.
By appointment only please call or text (603) 841-6413 to schedule
Double Spring Expedition
Two springs, twice the adventure. Our double spring expedition covers two distinct spring systems in a single day.
$275 per diver max 4 divers
Tanks provided | Gear rental available on request | Open Water certification required.
By appointment only please call or text (603) 841-6413 to schedule
About Our Charter Boat
We run a 2023 31ft Twin Vee powered by twin 300hp Suzuki outboards — a stable, fast, and sea-worthy catamaran hull built specifically for offshore and diving. The wide beam provides a stable dive platform, and the dedicated dive ladder makes re-entry easy even after a deep third tank. The boat is equipped for Nitrox fills, holds a maximum of 6 divers, and is operated by a Coast Guard-licensed captain on every trip.
