Dive the Hannah M. Bell wreck in Key Largo, a historic shallow-water shipwreck located within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Resting in approximately 15 to 25 feet of water, this 315-foot British steamship is an excellent site for scuba diving and snorkeling in Key Largo.
For decades, divers knew the unidentified wreck simply as “Mike’s Wreck” before researchers confirmed its identity as the Hannah M. Bell. Today, divers can explore scattered sections of the ship’s iron hull, riveted steel framing, coral growth, and the marine life that has made the wreck part of the surrounding reef ecosystem.
Its shallow depth makes the Hannah M. Bell wreck accessible to snorkelers and certified divers of varying experience levels. For anyone interested in Key Largo wreck diving, maritime history, underwater photography, or exploring some of the lesser-known shipwrecks of the Florida Keys, the Hannah M. Bell offers an interesting combination of history and reef diving.
Sail Fish Scuba is proud to be a NOAA Blue Star Dive Operator in Key Largo, promoting responsible scuba diving and snorkeling, marine conservation, and guest education throughout the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
The Hannah M. Bell is a historic shipwreck and shallow scuba diving site near Key Largo, Florida, offering divers a look at scattered wreckage, coral growth, and marine life.
Divers exploring the historic Hannah M. Bell shipwreck in the Florida Keys
Diver explores the steel hull of the Hannah M. Bell wreck in clear Key Largo waters during PADI scuba diving course
A scuba diver explores the remains of the Hannah M. Bell shipwreck during a guided scuba diving tour
Colorful reef fish surround the remains of the historic Hannah M. Bell shipwreck during a Key Largo scuba diving tour
Elkhorn coral seen on the Hannah M. Bell wreck in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary during a guided scuba diving tour.
The Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary protects 2,900 square nautical miles of coral reefs, mangroves, and historic shipwrecks. Preserving these ecosystems is vital for marine biodiversity, coastal resilience, and future generations of ocean explorers.
Discover Key Largo scuba diving with Sail Fish Scuba, a small, family-run PADI 5-Star Dive Center offering daily guided trips to the Florida Keys’ coral reefs and historic wrecks. Whether you’re trying scuba for the first time, working toward your PADI certification, or an experienced diver looking to explore more of Key Largo, our focus is on small groups, personal attention, safety, and plenty of time in the water.
Since 2012, Sail Fish Scuba has welcomed divers from around the world to experience what makes diving in Key Largo so special. Our guests often describe our crew as patient, knowledgeable, professional, and welcoming, with many saying their dives feel more like diving with friends than being part of a crowded charter.
Every recreational scuba trip includes a PADI dive professional in the water at no additional charge, along with complimentary underwater photos and videos so you can enjoy the dive while we capture the memories.
From shallow coral reefs filled with tropical marine life to some of Key Largo’s best-known wrecks, we’re here to help you experience the Florida Keys one dive at a time.
Daily Snorkeling and Scuba Diving Charters
Morning 2-Tank Dive Trip — Departs at 8:00 AM
Afternoon 2-Tank Dive Trip — Departs at 1:00 PM
Dive trips operate daily, year-round, giving divers the opportunity to explore a variety of Key Largo dive sites.
