Neptune Memorial Reef • Saturday, September 19, 2026
Neptune Memorial Reef is a columbarium. This is a resting place for the ashes of the deceased. Unlike a normal columbarium, this one is underwater. Each person’s ashes have been mixed with a concrete substance to form statues and other objects. This then forms the basis for a thriving reef.
At a glance
| What you need to know | |
|---|---|
| Dive 1 | Reef |
| Dive 2 | Reef |
| Max depth in feet | 40 |
| Minimum cert level | Open Water |
| Departs from | Miami |
| Minutes from shop | 35 |
| Be at the boat no later than | 12:00 PM |
| Boat departs | 1:00 PM |
| Expected return | 5:00 PM |
| Price without gear rental | $109.95 |
| Price with tanks, weights | $135.95 |
| Price with full gear rental | $165.95 |
| Add Nitrox | $12.95 (per tank) |
Every charter includes an Aquatic Ventures Divemaster or Instructor, and you’re welcome to dive with them at no additional charge. If you prefer a more personalized experience, you can reserve your own private dive guide for an additional $100.95.
You may also have friends or family members join you and your private guide for just $49.95 each, making it an excellent option for couples, friends, or family members who want a more individualized diving experience.
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The site
Neptune Memorial Reef lies a little over three miles east of Key Biscayne. It currently occupies nearly an acre and will eventually extend to sixteen acres. The site consists of underwater roads leading to central collection of columns, benches, statues and other objects. Since it began in 2007, the original structures have been coated with coral which, in turn, has attracted schools of fish and other aquatic animals.
The diving
Neptune Memorial Reef lies at a depth of 40 feet. This makes it appropriate for certified divers of all experience levels. As you can see from the accompanying photos, the reef provides ample opportunity for both photos and video.
The reef is the resting place for a number of individuals, including famed chef Julia Childs.
“But wait…there’s more”
Following our first dive, we’ll more to the Belzona Barge. Ir sunk in 1991 and was later relocated to its current 35-40 foot depth by Hurricane Andrew. Because of its shallow depth and mild currents, it is Miami’s shallowest wreck dive, making it perfect for novice divers and snorkelers to see stingrays, sea turtles, and eels.
Balance is due in full when you sign up. There are no refunds unless we find someone to take your place.
- $99.95 for a two-tank boat dive
- $129.95 with equipment
- DAN insurance
- Crew gratuity
- Certification cards
- Dive insurance
- Signed travel waiver and Statement of Understanding
- Personal dive gear
- Audible and visual surface signals
…and don’t forget:
- One towel each for showers and diving
- Dive light
- Safety sausage
- Emergency mirror
- Whistle
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Sunglasses
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