Fort Lauderdale Dive Trips for All Divers
Explore South Florida’s reefs and wrecks on a professionally operated two-tank dive trip aboard the spacious American Dream II. Choose your live departure below and join a crew that makes every diver feel safe, prepared and part of the family.
A Better Day of Diving Starts on the Boat
Your dive trip should feel organized, comfortable and welcoming before you ever enter the water.
American Dream combines clear safety briefings, an attentive professional crew and a custom-built dive vessel with access to Fort Lauderdale’s reef systems and artificial wrecks.
The crew adapts each outing to the conditions and the divers aboard. Local regulars, vacationing divers and guests completing their first ocean dives are all welcomed with the same care.
Dive locations are selected with safety, ocean conditions, visibility and diver experience in mind, so the exact plan may change as the crew builds the best trip possible for the day.
Find the Right Way to Get on the Water
Join a scheduled two-tank trip, ride along with a diver or reserve the American Dream II for your own group.
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Two-Tank Dive Trip
Spend a half day exploring two South Florida dive sites selected by the captain and crew based on conditions and diver experience.
- Two dives with a surface interval aboard the boat
- Reef, wreck and seasonal dive opportunities
- Professional briefing and crew support
- Available booking and equipment options shown in the live calendar
Join the Day
Riders & Snorkelers
Come along with friends or family and enjoy the boat, ocean views and South Florida sunshine without completing the scheduled scuba dives.
- Ideal for non-diving friends and family
- Enjoy the American Dream II and the ride offshore
- Snorkeling opportunities depend on the selected sites
- Availability appears alongside qualifying dive trips
Your Group, Your Day
Private Boat Charters
Reserve the boat for a dive shop, club, research organization, training group, special project or private day on the water.
- Custom trip planning for qualifying groups
- Half-day and extended charter possibilities
- Ideal for shops, clubs, training and research
- Direct planning support from the American Dream crew
Book Your Fort Lauderdale Dive Trip
Select a live trip below to view its date, planned experience, current availability, booking options and rates.
Reef and Wreck Diving in Fort Lauderdale
South Florida’s natural reef lines and artificial wrecks provide variety for local regulars and vacationing divers throughout the year.
Fort Lauderdale Reef Diving
Drift across coral ledges, sea fans and sponge-covered reef structure while looking for tropical fish, turtles, rays, moray eels, grouper and other South Florida marine life. Reef depths and currents vary, allowing the crew to select locations suited to the day’s divers and conditions.
Fort Lauderdale Wreck Diving
Descend onto vessels that have become thriving artificial reefs. These sites combine history, structure and marine life, with depths and conditions ranging from approachable wreck profiles to deeper, more advanced dive experiences.
A Crew That Meets You Where You Are
Experience levels differ. The commitment to clear communication, preparation and personal attention does not.
Vacation Divers
Discover South Florida diving with a crew that helps you understand the local sites, conditions and boat procedures.
Local Regulars
Join the extended American Dream family and dive with a crew that remembers returning guests and how they like to dive.
Newer Ocean Divers
Clear briefings, an organized deck and an attentive crew help certified divers feel prepared for their time in open water.
Clubs & Dive Shops
Bring your group aboard for scheduled trips or contact the crew to discuss a private boat charter.
What to Expect
American Dream keeps the process straightforward—from choosing your trip to stepping back onto the dock after your second dive.
Check Live AvailabilitySelect Your Trip
Use the live calendar to choose an available trip, date and booking package. Add any needed rental options during checkout.
Review Your Confirmation
Your confirmation provides the booked departure, arrival instructions and other details needed to prepare for the trip.
Arrive, Check In & Gear Up
Arrive by the check-in time shown in your confirmation so the crew can prepare the boat and keep departure on schedule.
Receive a Clear Briefing
The crew reviews boat procedures, dive planning, conditions and what to expect before anyone enters the water.
Complete Two Dives
Enjoy two selected dive locations with a comfortable surface interval aboard the American Dream II between dives.
Return as Part of the Family
Rinse off, relax on the ride home and start planning the next day you will join the crew offshore.
Bring Your Gear—or Reserve What You Need
Booking options and available rental equipment are displayed during the live reservation flow.
Rental Equipment
Reserve needed equipment ahead of time so the crew can prepare it before your arrival. Available options may include:
- Air tanks and weights
- Buoyancy compensators
- Regulators with alternate air sources and gauges
- Dive computers
- Wetsuits
- Masks, fins and snorkels
Before You Board
Review the details of your selected trip and arrive ready for an organized, safety-focused day on the water.
- Bring proof of the certification required for your trip
- Review your confirmation and arrival instructions
- Reserve rental equipment before the departure date
- Bring sun protection and weather-appropriate clothing
- Contact the crew when you have experience-level questions
- Follow all captain and crew instructions aboard the vessel
Build a Private Dive Day Around Your Group
American Dream works with dive shops, clubs, instructors, research teams and private groups that need the space, professionalism and flexibility of a full-boat charter.
Dive Trip FAQ
Answers to common questions about booking and preparing for an American Dream dive trip.
Ask the CrewWill my trip visit a reef or a wreck?
Review the live booking calendar for the planned trip description. Final site selection remains subject to weather, current, visibility, safety and diver experience.
Are tanks and weights included?
American Dream offers multiple booking and rental options. Select the package that matches the equipment you need when reserving through the live calendar.
Can a non-diver come aboard?
Rider or snorkeler spaces may be offered on qualifying trips. Select the relevant booking option when available or contact the crew before reserving.
Do wreck dives require advanced certification?
Certification and experience requirements depend on the depth, conditions and planned site. Contact the crew when you are unsure whether a particular trip is appropriate for your training and recent experience.
Is rental equipment available?
Yes. Rental options may include tanks, buoyancy compensators, regulators, computers, wetsuits, masks, fins and snorkels. Reserve needed equipment ahead of the trip.
What happens when weather affects the trip?
The captain monitors marine conditions and makes the final operational decision. The crew will communicate relevant updates using the contact information attached to your booking.
Can I reserve the entire boat?
Yes. Private charter possibilities are available for groups, shops, clubs, training programs and research organizations. Contact the crew to discuss your date and trip goals.
Where do I find current prices and departure times?
The live booking calendar is the source for current availability, trip descriptions, booking options and rates.
Find Your Next Dive
View live Fort Lauderdale dive trips and reserve your place aboard the American Dream II.