Coral Restoration Foundation
Dive Center

Coral Restoration Foundation

Key Largo, Florida, United States

About This Program

A pioneering coral nursery and reef replanting center offering hands-on restoration dives and monthly volunteer programs.

Reef RestorationCoral GardeningEducation PracticalCommunity Engagement

Purpose Activities

Take part in a dedicated coral nursery maintenance and reef outplanting mission, working underwater with the restoration team to clean algae and plant living coral fragments.

Certified divers, including beginner youth and adults; check submission for minimum certification requirements.
Required: Open Water certification (or Junior equivalent)
Equipment provided: Tanks, Weights

Opportunities open most months by reservation; check https://coralrestoration.org for next event.

How to Join:

Simply arrive at the designated dive center meeting point after signing up online.

  1. Go to the Coral Restoration Foundation headquarters or partner dive shop as instructed.
  2. Arrive 30 minutes early for briefing and gear check.
  3. Bring proof of certification and sign provided waiver forms.

Additional Offerings

Fun Diving

Reef dives in the Florida Keys including access to active coral rehabilitation sites and nursery observation opportunities.

Training Courses

Coral restoration specialty, hands-on workshops, and educational programs from Open Water through advanced conservation modules.

Accommodation

No on-site accommodation but local partner hotels and resorts often provide discounts for volunteers.