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Your Ultimate Scuba Diving Adventure in Pensacola
Three Wire Charters is a premier scuba diving charter service based in Pensacola, Florida, specializing in recreational and technical dives to world-class wreck sites. Our 36-foot Newton custom dive boat, certified by the U.S. Coast Guard, accommodates up to 16 recreational or 10 technical divers, ensuring personalized attention and safety. With a focus on the Florida Panhandle Shipwreck Trail, including the USS Oriskanythe world's largest artificial reefwe provide expert-led excursions tailored to divers of all skill levels.Our team, led by Captain Douglas, combines decades of local diving experience with a commitment to safety, offering amenities like emergency oxygen, freshwater showers, and custom tank racks. As a PADI-affiliated charter, we integrate training opportunities into trips, fostering both education and exploration. Our reputation for reliability, modern equipment, and customer-centric service has made us a trusted choice for divers seeking unforgettable underwater adventures in the Gulf of Mexico.
Services
Scuba Diving Charters
Technical Diving
PADI Training
Wreck Dive Expeditions
Equipment Rentals
Highlights and features
- We are PADI-affiliated and U.S. Coast Guard-certified for safety and expertise.
- Our boat offers custom tech diving amenities and emergency medical equipment.
- We specialize in access to the Florida Panhandle Shipwreck Trail's iconic sites.
- Our crew includes veteran divers with thousands of Gulf of Mexico dives.
- We limit diver numbers to ensure personalized, comfortable experiences.
Associations and certifications
- PADI
- U.S. Coast Guard
What people say
Fantastic crew
Best dive boat
Safety procedures
Knowledgeable staff
Unforgettable experience
Services
Scuba Diving Charters
Three Wire Charters offers daily scuba charters to Pensacola's premier wreck sites, including the USS Oriskany. Our U.S. Coast Guard-certified boat accommodates recreational divers with safety-focused amenities like emergency oxygen, freshwater showers, and custom tank racks. Trips include expert guidance, surface marker buoys, and lunch for offshore excursions.
Technical Diving
Specialized technical diving charters cater to advanced divers with access to deep wrecks like the USS Oriskany. The boat features dedicated deck space, rebreather support, and safety equipment for decompression and trimix dives. Crew expertise ensures safe, structured descents to depths exceeding 100 feet.
PADI Training
PADI-affiliated dive courses integrate with charter trips, offering certifications from beginner to advanced levels. Onboard instructors provide hands-on training in open water, navigation, and wreck diving techniques. Courses include equipment use, safety protocols, and access to the Florida Panhandle Shipwreck Trail.
Wreck Dive Expeditions
Expeditions to historic wrecks like the USS Massachusetts and Joe Patti Barge combine exploration with marine biology education. Sites range from 15 to 220 feet, accommodating all skill levels. The boat's travel line system ensures safe descents to artificial reefs teeming with marine life.
Equipment Rentals
Air and nitrox tank rentals, regulators, and dive computers are available for charter guests. Advanced notice is required for equipment reservations. The boat provides surface marker buoys, while divers are encouraged to bring personal gear like masks, fins, and dive computers.
People
Capt. Doug
Owner/Captain
Captain Douglas leads Three Wire Charters with over two decades of Gulf of Mexico diving experience. A PADI-certified instructor, he prioritizes safety and education while sharing local wreck history during charters.
Amy
Deckhand
Amy, a Texas native, manages onboard logistics with quiet efficiency. Her attention to detail ensures smooth operations and diver comfort during Pensacola's offshore excursions.
Alex
Crew Member
Alex brings fresh energy to the team, leveraging prior dive boat experience to assist technical divers with equipment setup and safety protocols.
Nine
Crew Member
Nine has been with Three Wire Charters since 2017, known for her friendly demeanor and knack for creating a welcoming atmosphere during dives to the 'Mighty O'.
Questions
What dive sites do you visit?
We explore the Florida Panhandle Shipwreck Trail, including the USS Oriskany, USS Massachusetts, and Joe Patti Barge, with depths from 15 to 220 feet.
Do you accommodate technical divers?
Yes! Our boat offers custom tank racks, deck space, and safety equipment for rebreather and trimix dives to advanced sites like the USS Oriskany.
What's included in charter fees?
Charters include expert guides, safety gear, freshwater showers, lunch for offshore trips, and surface marker buoys. Tanks and personal gear are extra.
How do I book a trip?
Reserve online or call 850-291-3501. Book early for special events and Oriskany charters, which fill quickly due to limited diver capacity.
Is PADI certification required?
Certification is required for independent dives, but we offer PADI courses integrated with charters for beginners through advanced levels.
What safety measures are in place?
We carry emergency oxygen, AEDs, and have U.S. Coast Guard-certified crew. The boat undergoes annual safety inspections and provides surface marker buoys.
Reviews (6)
Jordan Metts
Sep 20, 2021
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Captain Doug and Dive Master Nine were awesome. I appreciate the ginger chews that Nine loaned me when I got sea sick. Had a ton of fun.
David Myeress
Sep 07, 2021
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Very poor communication! I understand that there was a chance for the charter to get canceled due to weather, but after calling multiple times, with no answer, I finally got a hold of Captain Doug on Thursday afternoon before a Saturday dive. He mentioned as long as the weather is good we are still on. We show up at the dock for our dive to find out Captain Doug was not here on this beautiful Saturday morning. Called him no answer. He calls back to say he has canceled the trip and emailed everyone (which I never received). This is beyond frustrating as we drove 7 hours for this charter and on a
Vince Williams
Sep 03, 2021
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Without a doubt, the best dive charter operation i have found in Pensacola, florida. The absolute most Professional crew you will ever find. This crew doesn't miss a thing and safety is their core value. Much respect for them.
Dale Adams
Jul 25, 2021
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Love this dive charter. We have dove with them three times now going out to the USS Oriskany. Amazing trips all three time. Would highly recommend.
Michael Ball
Jul 16, 2021
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Great operation. Several trips to the Oriskany with them. Helpful, attentive, and friendly while maintaining safety above all.
Colin Talbot
Jun 25, 2021
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Captain Doug and H2O Below have a great operation. We dove the Oriskany and had excellent conditions. Pretty calm seas, 75 feet of visibility and about 75 water temperatures. There were some divemaster candidates on the boat and they did a great job with the dive brief and helping out the crew. The Oriskany is by far the best dive I've done. Lots of different fish and a few sharks around the island. Apparently a bull shark came up a couple feet behind me and I had no clue. Most people were diving on 28% nitrox but there was also one air diver and I used 32% on the second dive. Definitely bring
