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PADI Open Water Dive Course, 5 Days – Great Barrier Reef
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What you can expect
Transform from a total beginner to a certified diver on this five-day PADI Open Water course. It combines two days of classroom and pool training in Cairns with three days and two nights on a premium liveaboard at the Outer Great Barrier Reef.
Nail the theory in air-conditioned classrooms, then master the core skills of scuba diving in the pool before heading offshore. That’s when the real adventure begins. Complete four training dives and five pleasure dives across 19 exclusive Outer Reef sites, including a guided night dive. Snorkel and kick back on deck between dives. Included are your PADI manual and log book, all dive and snorkelling gear, prescription masks if required, onboard accommodation and meals, dive insurance, free Wi-Fi and complimentary Cairns city transfers. Northern Beaches transfers up to Palm Cove cost extra. Finish victorious with a certification that opens up a lifetime of underwater adventures.
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Inclusions
- Five-day PADI Open Water dive course with Great Barrier Reef liveaboard adventure
- PADI Open Water certification
- Two days of pool and classroom training in Cairns
- Three days and two nights aboard a Great Barrier Reef liveaboard
- Nine dives, including four training dives and five recreational dives
- Guided night dive
- Access to exclusive outer Great Barrier Reef dive sites
- All dive and snorkelling equipment provided
- PADI Open Water manual
- Dive log book
- Accommodation, meals and bed linen
- Dive insurance
- Complimentary Cairns accommodation transfers
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Prescription masks (if required)
- Northern Beaches transfers available (additional fee applies)
Itinerary
- Day 1 & 2 - Theory and Pool Training
- Learn the fundamentals of scuba diving through classroom theory sessions and heated pool training at a 5-Star PADI Training Centre
- Develop essential diving skills and knowledge in preparation for your Great Barrier Reef adventure
- Day 3 - Cairns to Great Barrier Reef
- 7am: Depart Cairns aboard your liveaboard vessel and enjoy a light breakfast as you cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef
- Complete two training dives while putting your newly learned skills into practice
- Day 4 - Great Barrier Reef
- Complete your fourth and final training dive and become a certified PADI Open Water Diver
- Enjoy your first recreational dive as a qualified diver
- After dinner, experience the excitement of a guided night dive
- Day 5 - Great Barrier Reef to Cairns
- Begin with an early morning dive followed by breakfast onboard
- Complete two more dives before lunch at spectacular Outer Reef sites
- Sail back to Cairns in the afternoon
- Complimentary transfers to Cairns and Northern Beaches accommodation depart at 4pm
Time
- If you're making your own way, please meet at the training centre at 8.30am
- Not available on Sundays
Duration
- This experience is five days in total duration
- Two days are dedicated to in-pool and classroom training in Cairns
- Three days and two nights on an Outer Great Barrier Reef liveaboard
Departure Location
- This experience operates from 116 Spence Street, Parramatta Park, QLD 4870.
Hotel Pickup
- Complimentary hotel transfers are available from Cairns City
- Northern Beaches transfers (up to Palm Cove) are available for an additional fee each way
What To Bring
- Day 1&2: Towel, swimwear, sunscreen, lunch money and dive medical
- Day 3-5: Overnight bag with comfortable clothing and toiletries, towel, swimwear, sunscreen and a hat
Terms And Conditions
- Bookings are essential and are subject to availability
- Accommodation is included for the two-night liveaboard experience only
- Special cancellation conditions apply
- Some medical conditions and medications may affect your ability to dive; all participants must complete a medical questionnaire before travel
- If required, a valid Fit to Dive medical certificate must be obtained prior to departure
- Allow at least 24 hours between your final dive and flying
- Skydiving, hot air ballooning and other high-altitude activities are not recommended within 24 hours of diving
- Maximum 32 passengers and six crew onboard
- Dive locations and the number of dives are subject to weather, sea conditions and operational requirements
- An additional reef levy fee may apply; payable directly to the operator
Cancellation Policy
- Participants may cancel for any reason and receive a full refund up until 7pm on the first day of the course
- No refunds apply after this time
Location
116 Spence Street Parramatta Park QLD 4870, Parramatta Park, Queensland 4870
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