Reviewed several dive operations prior to my first trip to the Destin, Florida area. I based my…read moredecision to go with Off Duty Dive Charters based on two phone conversations with Capt Dan. He was friendly and gave direct and honest feedback, avoiding any fluff. For my particular charter, we had a group (of 3) cancel so it was only myself and another diver. I really appreciate him keeping the charter that day, as I know it can be challenging both financially and logistically. It was the first charter of the year, so he kicked it off with a good omen and was able to take us to two great locations. Both Capt Dan and Instructor Gary were there to help in any way you really needed, especially handing me my lionfish gear. I've been to many places and can say I certainly made the correct decision in booking with Off Duty Dive Charters. When I come back to Destin, I will absolutely be booking with Capt Dan again! PS - The Off Duty Dive Charter long sleeve sun shirts are awesome. Thanks you, Capt Dan!

Great little boat, and fantastic captain. Will definitely use again when I come back to FWB.read more

Just spent a few days with Emerald Coast Scuba. The whole team was amazing from start to finish…read more They went above and beyond, and thank you JW, for your help with our crew. We will definitely come back to you guys the next time we are diving in Destin.

Came out from Vegas for some diving and couldn't be happier that I chose Emerald Coast Scuba! The…read morewhole shop was super helpful and friendly -- they made everything easy from the moment I walked in. Jocelyn was my Dive Master/Instructor, and she was absolutely top-notch. Calm, confident, and fun to dive with -- exactly what you want when you're exploring the Gulf. JW and Captain Jason ran a smooth, safe, and enjoyable trip on the boat. Great vibes all around. This place is dialed in. Whether you're a local or coming in from out of town like me, this is the dive shop you want. Already looking forward to coming back!

Came here as referral divers to get our first scuba license…read more John was our instructor and led us in the ocean. He was great and very helpful! Glad he was our guy. Tom was also very helpful and even had pineapple ready for us after our dive. Thank you Scuba Tech team!

My husband and I have our advanced open water certifcation and we booked a 2 tank trip with…read moreScubaTech. Since we flew in, we didn't have space to bring much equipment, so I called a few times asking questions about di#erent things. Every time I called, I spoke to someone new and they were all very nice and knowledgeable. The day of diving went very smooth from check-in to loading everything on the boat. You check into the shop and then drive across the street to the dock to drop off your equipment and park. Ben, the mate was helpful, funny, and knew right where to put us on the boat and who to pair us with. We did a reef dive for the first one and it was full of fish and different coral. The second dive was a wreck and really cool. We got to see the goliath grouper that stays in the wheelhouse and tons of different fish. The visibility was very good at both places. Nancy, the captain, was excellent. She knew so much about the area and the different dive sites and knew right where to drop the anchor and then the divers. We couldn't have asked for a better trip.

You guys are awesome. Staff was very helpful and met my needs. Definitely convenient to the FWB…read morearea and I can't wait until I can dive the SS United States.

Sign on the door and online information shows Sundays open until 2pm, however we found that to be…read morenot true. While we were sitting in the parking lot looking for another shop another customer pulled up, unloaded his tanks only to find the same disappointment we did. If you're going to advertise 2pm then stay open until 2! They lost a pretty big sale today.

My family visited Mexico Beach in May 2024 to celebrate our oldest graduating HS. We found Maritime…read moreExpeditions via Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094783637187) and instantly knew we were in good hands. Alex spent a considerable amount of time answering our many, many, many questions before, during, and even after our SCUBA adventure. He was a wealth of knowledge about not only SCUBA, but also the local area. I can honestly say our trip to Mexico Beach was so amazing in large part because of Alex and his recommendations. I am not the most comfortable in water, but trusted Alex and his Divemaster Rick, their equipment, and instruction. I truly believed I was in good hands and never questioned my safety. Despite all the logic I tried to apply to the situation I struggled to get comfortable breathing under water. Despite my mental hang-ups Alex and Rick were always patient, considerate, and offered tips/tricks to help me be successful at SCUBA diving. I never once felt pushed or was made to feel badly about the situation. They calmly helped me in any way they could, Rick and I even breaking off from the main group to work with me directly. They truly cared that we had a good SCUBA experience. My suggestions for a potential student: If you have a mustache and think you might have some mental hang-ups SCUBA diving, shave it at least ~1/4-3/8" down from the bottom of your nose. This will prevent water from seeping into your mask and making you feel like you are drowning (even though you are not). After doing so, I had almost 0 issues snorkeling a couple of days later. I will try SCUBA again and will be shaving the top part of my mustache before going. If your family is going to join you on the adventure to the jetty/springs, etc but not diving; it's doable, but I would not recommend it. My wife is very self sufficient, but there was some added stress on me to make sure we got all the things to the beach and setup so they could also enjoy their day. It didn't contribute to my metal hang-ups, but certainly did add a bit of unnecessary stress/rush. You'll have enough to focus on and learn, don't add more to your plate. Lastly, absolutely use Maritime Expeditions of the Forgotten Coast on your next water adventure. We will be back to Mexico Beach and we will be a return customer of MRFC.

Truly an amazing experience! Me and my family had a great time, some of us dived and me and my…read moredaughter snorkeled. Alex provided us with all the equipment and more, unforgettable memories. Will be back for more! His highly trained and experienced, made us feel very safe. Alex is not only a great diver and host but he got a smile and personality that brightens your day.

The lady that worked there was so helpful. We go snorkeling…read morein Costa Rica and scalloping in Port Saint Joe and our masks and snorkels haven't been the best. In fact one of my mask I gave to the dive boat in Costa Rica because it didn't fit. She explained each type of snorkels ( who knew there were different types?) and how they worked and she fitted me for my mask. It was a great experience.

An Excellent five shop run by guys who love the sport. They took a ton of time helping my sons pick…read moreout the right gear for them. I highly recommend this shop.

I've been diving for 11 years, and Daniel is one of the best instructors I've met. I dove with him…read morefor my uncertified boyfriend's first dive. Here's what you want to know: 1. Daniel is a relaxed, playful, well-spoken guide who's PERFECT for new divers. I wish they were all such good communicators. 2. He went above and beyond planning our dive -- when he thought that the initial location would be murky due to rain the previous night, he paid to get us into a nearby private lake that was crystal clear (my favorite freshwater dive so far). He also sent me detailed directions to get from our rental condo to the dive spot. When we got there, the equipment was well maintained, and I even learned a little trick for keeping my weights from sliding around! 3. The price is right. I don't pay more than $150 per person for a one or two-tank excursion, and I was able to give Daniel a tip (which he deserved) and stay under budget.

Last year Capt Walt and Ian stepped up and reacted to my grandson's difficulty. Perfect response…read more This year, the joy of diving with my grandson and daughter-in-love as my son and granddaughter snorkeled above. Love diving with @Dive30A...best team you can ask for. Top shelf professionals.

Wow. Beautiful dive !!! Thanks to the Captain and Crew !!! We went to the dive site and there was…read morean old airplane from WW II !!! Awesome !!!

Dove with them recently on a couple wrecks I'd visited before. Eric - the Dive Master was quite…read morehelpful both under and above water. He pointed out things I'd missed before and allowed you to dive your own profile. The dive boat was small, but they limit the number of divers accordingly. I found their communication before the dive a bit lacking - there are directions on their web site, but it is to a marina, with no explanation. There is no dive shop and no signs. I got there before the boat and was a bit worried before calling them and getting this news.

This is such a beautiful local gem. Parking isn't great and it fills up fast, but you Can bring…read morepaddle boards snorkeling eqt., folks were out there with scuba gear. Everyone was nice the water was cool and crisp and clear. For a Saturday with warm weather during spring time it sure wasn't very crowded. It's a must see.

We stopped at Morrison Springs State Park during our visit to Panama City. It's about an hour drive…read morebut it was totally worth it. The water was a bit chilly in the low 60s but it was refreshing to swim in when the outside temperature hit 80s. The water was crystal clear on the day we went but I read it could be murky after the rain. It's much bigger than Ponce de Leon which is about 8 minute drive from there so you can even kayak or paddle board. I would highly recommend if you're visiting Panama City area if you need a slight change of scenery.

We saw the pier while on the beach and decided to go the next day. It's $2 to walk and $8 to fish,…read moreand we really should've realized while in line that it was primarily a fishing spot. People walked by with all their catches and everything. We each paid the $2 to walk anyway, and the entire pier is lined with people fishing! We did go during Memorial Day weekend, so I understand this is a busier time, but wow. It made for a smelly walk. Only the area near the shore had space for taking photos, so we were off the pier in like 10 minutes. Going for the sunset seemed great until actually being there, but we did learn from the signs on the pier that they would have a firework show, which we came back for. The firework show was about 5-ish minutes long, but it was great! They go all out at the end, so there's a lot of fireworks going off.

We were at the boardwalk eating dinner, and my son had never visited the pier, so we decided to go…read more It is two dollars a person if you are a walker and eight dollars if you want to fish. I highly recommend taking a walk. The salty air is super refreshing, and the wind makes it a very pleasant experience. Also, the scenic views are amazing. I have been to the pier several times, and I really enjoyed seeing the different wild life. I have seen jellyfish, herons and even sea turtles. I have never fished there, but I have seen people catch fish. I also have heard the best seasons to catch fish are spring and summer.