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    Molasses Reef

    715 Reviews
    #11 of 72 things to do in Key Largo
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    Key Largo, FL
    +1 305-451-6322
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    “The best reef in the Keys”

    If you're travelling to Key Largo for diving or even snorkeling, this is the reef to see with so... read more

    Reviewed 5 days ago
    nicolinewinding
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    Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
    “So Many Different Fish to See”

    This reef is quite large and there were dozens of different types of fish to see. Definitely a... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Bhood5
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    Avon, Indiana
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    Two ships deliberately sunk in 1987 to provide artificial reefs for experienced divers.

    About Molasses Reef

    Two ships deliberately sunk in 1987 to provide artificial reefs for experienced divers.
    4.5
    715 reviews
    • Excellent69%
    • Very good24%
    • Average5%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible1%
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    “fish” (205 reviews)
    “glass bottom boat” (60 reviews)
    “sea life” (44 reviews)
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    Reviewed 5 days ago
    The best reef in the Keys

    If you're travelling to Key Largo for diving or even snorkeling, this is the reef to see with so many different sites and an abundance of marine life.

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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    So Many Different Fish to See

    This reef is quite large and there were dozens of different types of fish to see. Definitely a great place to see native fish of South Florida.

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Lots of Life

    We visited the reef via a glass bottom boat. We saw a number of fish, turtles, corals, a ray, reef sharks, lobster, and even pieces from a ship wreck. Next time I want to dive the reef to see even more.

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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Nice water, lot of fish

    I was amazed by the beauty around and under molasses. Water was very clear with a nice visibility in almost all our dives. We saw a lot of big fish and big groups of fish in our 4 dives in the area. Will go again.

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    Reviewed 18 March 2018
    Glass Bottom Boat Tour

    Excellent! We saw so many types of fish, including barracuda. We also saw a turtle from the deck. Very informative guide

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    Reviewed 16 March 2018 via mobile
    Marvellous Molasses Reefs

    Good diving area - saw sharks, turtles and lots of fish. Went with Scuba Fun with Tanya as our guide.

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    Reviewed 4 March 2018 via mobile
    Unforgettable

    Took my newly certified 13 year old on their first ocean dive here. Great coral growth, colors very vivid, extremely diverse fish species, and a couple of unique "artifacts". Minimal current, 60+ ft of vis. Greatest part of this feature is the 2 youngest (4...More

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    Reviewed 4 March 2018
    Dive trip

    Went out on the dive trip with rainbow reef dive shop. Had an awesome time and got some great picture of fish, lobster, and sea turtle.

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    Reviewed 26 February 2018
    Unbelievable!

    As part of obtaining my open water diving certification my last dive was on Molasses. I felt like I entered a whole new world. The reef is unquestionably beautiful. The colors and the number of fish was incredible. I'm hoping to come back this summer...More

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    Reviewed 30 January 2018 via mobile
    Diving on par with Cozumel

    Went diving here to several sites including “the aquarium” which was AMAZING!! The amount of fish and variety of species was nothing short of breathtaking. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced, there’s something for all types of divers and snorkelers.

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    williambryce2017
    25 June 2017|
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    Response from DutchLace | Reviewed this property |
    Look at Molasses Reef, we posted 3 of them from that reef. Posted picture on a different date.
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    caaccrxi01789
    24 April 2016|
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    Response from jwhill45 | Reviewed this property |
    I would look into Ocean Divers out of Key Largo. I just used them this past February. They were professional, friendly snd well organized. They have the newest and fastest boats in the keys. Thier new boats and location... More
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    Mariuschk
    18 May 2015|
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    Response from KeyWestDiverJon | Reviewed this property |
    Yes you can. Molasses Reef has many spots where the coral comes within a few feet of the surface, and in spots the coral is breaching the surface. Ocean Divers has reef trips every day and some spots are specific for... More
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