French Reef

Best time to dive

March to May; September to November; June to November

What you might see

• Eagle rayPossible
• Grey reef sharkPossible
• Moray eelLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Technical - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - yes (shallow sections)

Safety notes

Overhead-environment risk in caves/swim-throughs (disorientation without a light or training), silt-outs in calm conditions, coral contact risk in narrow passages, boat traffic at a popular mooring field; coral is fully protected - no touch/no collect

Permits & fees

Within Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary - mandatory mooring buoy use (no anchoring), no touching/standing on coral, dive flag required

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Key Largo