Dive-site story
Situated along the reef tract offshore from Fort Lauderdale, The Caves features dramatic undercut ledges and natural limestone overhangs. Strong tidal flow along the reef line has carved out deep recesses and small swim-throughs where marine animals seek refuge from current. Most charters run this site as a drift dive, allowing divers to coast along the top and base of the ledge structure.
Deep limestone overhangs and caverns sheltering resting marine life
Classic Florida Atlantic drift diving along the reef line
Frequent sightings of resting nurse sharks and green sea turtles
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer summer seas bring warmer water and more predictable visibility across southeast Florida.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse SharkGinglymostoma cirratum | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green Moray EelGymnothorax funebris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Goliath GrouperEpinephelus itajara | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Caribbean Spiny LobsterPanulirus argus | Common |
Marine forecast
