Reef Conservation Since 1986
Eternal Reefs.
Living Legacies.
Honor your loved ones with a lasting tribute beneath the sea. Memorial reefs that create thriving marine habitats for generations.
70,000+
Reefs Created
1986
Established
8
Locations
Our Mission
Protecting Our Oceans.
Honoring Our Loved Ones.
Parrot Head Reef believes that eternal memorial reefs give support to both the environment and the community. By blending eco-tourism with marine conservation, visitors can explore the reefs via sustainable, low-impact facilities.
Environmental Impact
Habitat creation for marine species, promoting both marine health and meaningful personal tributes.
Living Memorials
Our Burial at Sea Memorialization contains cremated remains to honor loved ones with a lasting legacy beneath the sea.
"Protecting ocean biodiversity isn't just about saving marine life — it's about preserving the balance that sustains our planet."
Reef World Inc. - 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Memorial Services
The Last Call Reef
Memorial Program
A meaningful and affordable way to memorialize loved ones while contributing to marine habitat restoration.
Family Reef Memorial
8 ft Multi Reef holds up to 8 original family members. Additional family members can be added later by divers.
- Holds up to 8 family members
- Customized engraved plaque
- Option to include cremated remains
- GPS coordinates of reef location
- Memorial certificates
- Additional members can be added
Individual Memorial
Perfect for honoring an individual loved one with their own dedicated reef memorial.
- Individual cremated remains in reef
- Customized engraved plaque
- GPS coordinates of reef location
- Memorial certificates
- Boat trip for ceremony
Veterans & First Responders
We celebrate and support our veterans and first responders with select free reef memorials.
- Free memorial reef for eligible heroes
- Customized engraved plaque
- Honor ceremony included
- GPS coordinates provided
- Memorial certificates
- Nominate a HERO today
The Experience
Eternal Tribute
in Key West
Key West has always been a place for adventure. Now it can be a last call adventure. Honor your loved one with a living legacy through an artificial reef memorial that will thrive and endure for generations.
Be it for yourself, family, friend, a loved one, or to honor a group or society, this is a beautiful tribute to adventurous souls who love to give to the environment.
The Journey
Receive Your Plaque
Upon booking, you'll receive an engraved plaque with your loved one's name and a personal message.
Plan Your Journey
Once the plaque arrives, plan your journey to Key West for an unforgettable experience.
Duval Crawl Tour
Your experience begins with a tour of Key West's best bars and restaurants, followed by a great lunch.
Memorial Ceremony
Honor your loved one with a memorial ceremony with up to 6 people aboard a U.S. Coast Guard vessel.
The Last Call
Raise a glass in their honor at Key West's First Legal Rum Distillery during 'The Last Call'.
Reef Placement
Join the crew as you escort your loved one to their eternal location where the reef will thrive.
What's Included
Service Areas
Available Locations
Our memorial reef services are available throughout Florida's Gulf Coast. Daily operations are currently in Key West, Florida.
Pensacola
FL
Destin
FL
Ft. Walton Beach
FL
Panama City
FL
Mexico Beach
FL
Tampa
FL
Ft. Myers
FL
Key West
FL — Daily Operations
Activities & Ceremonies
Memorials for Veterans and other family members on the USCG Vessel in Key West. Each family who sponsors a memorial reef will be invited to attend the placement ceremony, fostering a deep personal connection and long-term engagement with marine preservation efforts. We market travel packages to dive clubs, fishing organizations, and memorialization services.
Our Network
Friends & Partners
We collaborate with leading organizations in marine conservation and memorial services.
Reef World
Strategic partner of the Reef Maker family of companies, working alongside award-winning Walter Marine.
Eternal Reefs
Thanks to Eternal Reefs Burial at Sea for their support in creating lasting marine memorials.
Memorial Reef International
Supporting our mission to provide meaningful memorial services while promoting marine conservation.
ReefMaker
Has created over 70,000 reefs since 1986. The Parrot Head Reef Project is the latest innovation.
Our Family of Websites
Get In Touch
Connect With Us
Have questions about our memorial reef services or want to learn more? We'd love to hear from you.
