A Dive Boat Designed Around the Diver
Meet the American Dream II—a spacious, stable and thoughtfully organized custom dive vessel built to make every part of your day offshore safer, easier and more comfortable.
The Boat Shapes the Entire Experience
A great dive boat makes everything surrounding the dive feel easier.
The American Dream II is a 46-foot custom dive vessel designed around how divers actually prepare, enter the water, return aboard and spend time between dives.
Its wide beam and expansive deck provide space for guests to organize equipment without turning every movement into a negotiation with the person beside them.
Dedicated preparation areas, a full-width swim platform, two large ladders, multiple freshwater showers and covered seating help create a calm, organized flow from check-in through the ride home.
Room to Gear Up, Move and Relax
A wide, organized deck reduces congestion during preparation, entries, exits and tank changes while giving divers space to enjoy the surface interval.
A custom platform that keeps a full dive day moving.
View Live TripsSpacious Deck
More than 400 square feet for divers and equipment.
Stable 16-Foot Beam
A broad platform built for stability and comfort.
Full-Width Platform
Water-level access designed for active dive operations.
Two Large Ladders
Multiple exit points help divers return efficiently.
Covered Shade
Protection from the sun during surface intervals.
Thoughtful Details Make a Better Day
The American Dream II combines a hardworking dive layout with amenities that help guests recover, reorganize and enjoy the ride between sites.
Hot Freshwater Shower
Warm up and rinse off between dives or before returning to the marina.
Three Freshwater Showers
Multiple rinse stations help the crew and guests keep the deck moving efficiently.
Dedicated Camera Table
A designated work surface helps underwater photographers protect and organize their equipment.
Upper-Level Seating
Additional seating provides another place to relax, socialize and enjoy the South Florida view.
Covered Seating
Shaded areas provide relief from the sun during the ride and surface interval.
Snacks & Beverages
Complimentary refreshments help guests recharge during the surface interval and ride back to the marina.
How the Boat Supports Your Dive Day
The American Dream II’s layout supports a clear, repeatable flow from the moment equipment comes aboard until the final diver exits the water.
Find an Available TripBoard and Organize
Bring equipment directly aboard and settle into your assigned preparation area without checking in through a retail storefront.
Prepare Without the Chaos
The wide deck and organized tank layout provide room to assemble equipment and complete safety checks.
Receive the Briefing
The crew explains the boat, planned dive, conditions, entry procedure, return procedure and safety plan.
Enter From the Full-Width Platform
The stern platform gives divers a dedicated area to complete final checks and enter the water.
Return Through Two Exit Points
Two large ladders help multiple divers return aboard while the crew assists with equipment and movement.
Recover Between Dives
Rinse off, reorganize your equipment, enjoy a snack and relax in the shade before the second site.
Comfort Above. Adventure Below.
The American Dream II provides the platform. Fort Lauderdale’s reefs, wrecks and marine life provide the adventure.
Space to Enjoy the Day
Prepare your equipment, move through the deck, socialize with other divers and recover comfortably between dives without feeling packed into the boat.
Access to Reefs and Wrecks
The boat operates minutes from Port Everglades and provides access to South Florida’s reef lines, artificial wrecks and year-round marine life.
Safety Is Built Into the Boat and the Process
A capable vessel matters most when it is paired with a professional crew, clear communication and decisions based on real conditions.
Certified Vessel
The American Dream II is operated as a USCG-certified charter vessel with diver safety and comfort at the center of its operation.
Controlled Dive Flow
Dedicated preparation, entry and exit areas help the crew manage divers and equipment through every stage of the trip.
Condition-Based Planning
Site selection and trip decisions account for weather, current, visibility, diver experience and overall safety.
Questions About the Boat
Learn more about the layout, capacity and amenities available during an American Dream dive trip.
Ask the CrewHow large is the American Dream II?
The American Dream II is a 46-foot custom-built dive vessel with a 16-foot beam and more than 400 square feet of deck space.
How many divers can the boat carry?
The vessel has a 22-diver capacity. Actual availability for each departure appears in the live booking calendar.
Is there shade aboard the boat?
Yes. Covered seating gives divers protection from the sun during the ride and surface interval.
Does the boat have a hot shower?
Yes. The American Dream II has three freshwater showers, including a hot freshwater shower.
How do divers enter and exit the water?
Divers enter from the full-width stern platform and return aboard using two large ladders positioned at the water-level dive platform.
Is there space for underwater camera equipment?
Yes. The vessel includes a dedicated camera table for preparing and organizing underwater photography equipment.
Are snacks and drinks available?
Complimentary snacks and beverages are provided aboard for passengers during the outing.
Can our group reserve the entire boat?
Yes. Private charter options are available for dive shops, clubs, instructors, research organizations and private groups.
Where do guests meet the boat?
Guests meet the crew and the American Dream II at American Dream Dive Charters, 88 Portside Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316.
Step Aboard the American Dream II
Experience a spacious custom dive vessel, a professional crew and unforgettable Fort Lauderdale reef and wreck diving.