

Best for intermediate divers, 10-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Rainbow Reef is a boat-access reef located 1500 metres from shore within John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. The site features a reef structure ranging from 10 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers can expect visibility between 15 and 25 metres and moderate currents. Due to these conditions and the presence of sharp coral, rocks, and sea urchins, the site is best suited for intermediate divers. Surface conditions require caution due to active boat traffic; divers should deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending. Water temperatures remain between 23C and 28C throughout the year.
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With moderate current running across the site, time your dive to arrive at slack water where possible, and always deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending given the active boat traffic above. Check locally for current facility availability before your trip.
Charters depart from Key Largo.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-30m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
No, this site is recommended for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents and the need for careful buoyancy control around sharp coral and rocks.
The reef structure extends from 10 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Rainbow Reef is a boat-access site located 1500 metres from shore, requiring a boat for entry.
Divers must watch for boat traffic when surfacing and should always deploy a surface marker buoy. Additionally, maintain distance from sharp coral, rocks, and sea urchins.
Diving at Rainbow Reef in Key Largo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Rainbow Reef in Key Largo. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 28°C.
Expect moderate currents at Rainbow Reef in Key Largo. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Rainbow Reef in Key Largo typically ranges from 15 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.