

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, boat entry.
Shangri-La Springs is a freshwater cavern and cave system located in Northwest Florida. The site features an overhead environment with depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres, averaging 6 metres. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, located 2414 metres from shore. The site lacks current, placing the focus on buoyancy control and fin technique. Due to the overhead environment and significant depth, divers must possess appropriate certifications to enter specific zones. Water temperatures remain cold year-round, making adequate exposure protection essential for all divers. Be aware of boat traffic in the vicinity and manage exposure to cold water throughout the 40-minute dive.
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The spring is located in a cove adjacent to a vegetated, car-sized boulder and can be identified by a tall bluff and a small island to the left.
Accessible by kayak, canoe, or paddleboard from the Hunter Fish Camp boat launch in Marianna, Florida. The spring is located on the west bank of Merritt’s Mill Pond.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
There is no specific data regarding marine life at this site.
While the site is listed for beginners, the overhead environment and depth require specific certifications. Confirm your qualification level before booking.
The depth ranges from 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 2414 metres from the shore.
Hazards include the overhead environment, significant depth, cold water temperatures, and boat traffic in the area.
Diving at Shangri-La Springs in Marianna requires the following certifications: Open Water, Cavern, Cave, Deep, Technical. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Shangri-La Springs in Marianna typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.