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When visiting from North in the West Palm Beach area I always try to get out for a dive trip and have used various charters in the area. This was my first experience with Pura Vida Divers. The sign up process was smooth and easy to navigate. A reply email was fast with directions to complete an online waiver and once completed, directions to the shop and/or boat location was provided along with confirmation of rental tanks. A follow up phone call was received a few days prior to the charter. Crew were onsite to welcome divers and provided transfer of equipment onto the boat. As stated, weights are provided and were soft weight pouches. The vessel was comfortable and the ride in moderate seas was pleasant. The vessel safety briefing and dive briefings were clear and complete with instruction on what to do in case of emergencies. The dive site briefing was also complete providing depth, temperature, currents etc. and what may be expected. A rough dive plan was outlined and you could follow your own plan with a rough time limit of 50-60 min. A divemaster was in the water with a float ball and you could stay with the DM. Given these were deeper sites in the 70-90 ft. range most dives were of the 40 minute range with returning pressures of 500 - 750 psi. I liked that the dive masters ensured everyone was geared up and a step by step pre dive safety check was conducted together ensuring all were adequately prepared to splash. Entry and exit procedures were clearly outlined and clear directions given on how and when to approach the boat for exits. Marine life was as expected with various fish sightings. A Hammerhead shark encounter was the highlight of the dives, but bull sharks, green moray, turtle, barracuda and the normal grunts, yellowtails etc. were all observed. Overall, a great experience with a crew that made you feel comfortable and were fun to be around. Would highly recommend for you diving needs. - via 