Narcosis, Inc.

Diving out of Clearwater on Florida's Gulf Coast, Narcosis Scuba has been a full-service, family-owned dive shop since 1996. As a PADI 5 Star Dive Center with 3 PADI instructors, it pairs hands-on training with an onsite pool and classroom — a welcoming base whether you're just getting started or brushing up.

Courses and diving

The course line-up suits divers at every stage: the PADI ReActivate Scuba Refresher, Equipment Specialist, Adventure Diver Specialty, Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) E-Learning and Emergency First Response, with prices from USD 200. Enriched air (Nitrox) is available for those looking to extend their time underwater.

Local diving centres on Venice Beach, including the Shark Tooth site, where marine life ranges from sharks, rays and turtles to eels, molluscs, corals and more. With air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a retail shop, dive boat and onsite accommodation, Narcosis Scuba is an easy, all-in-one home for exploring the Gulf Coast.