6 Day PADI Open Water & Advanced Course with 3 Night Liveaboard Highlights
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Get up to 10% cash back per person when you book with us
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A 6-day learn to dive PADI course with all materials and instruction
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2 days on land with theory and pool work
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4 days on the Great Barrier Reef with a liveaboard trip
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Visit 2 outer reef locations each day when on the reef
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All dive and snorkel equipment, including air fills and full tuition
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Some accommodation: Liveaboard Boat Cabin (3 Nights)
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Meals: 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
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Transport: Liveaboard boat
What to Expect
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people will be in my course?
How many people will be in my course?
PADI (the Professional Association of Diving Instructors) sets the maximum number of participants for courses. However, courses do not necessarily run at full capacity year-round.
The maximum numbers are:
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During pool sessions: 10 students to 1 instructor
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During open water training: 8 students to 1 instructor
Can I wear glasses or contacts while I learn to dive?
Can I wear glasses or contacts while I learn to dive?
You can wear contact lenses when learning to dive, but please make sure you let your instructor know before the pool/ocean sessions. We also have a range of prescription masks available.
What happens if I don’t finish my course?
What happens if I don’t finish my course?
If you do not finish all the components of the Open Water Course, The Operator may be able to partially certify you or issue a referral. Your instructor will discuss the options with you.
Where do you go? What dive sites do you visit?
Where do you go? What dive sites do you visit?
All day and overnight trips, visit the Outer Great Barrier Reef. The outer reefs are the sections furthest from the coast. These reefs have fewer crowds and benefit from flowing nutrients distributed by the vast Coral Sea. Here, good climate conditions and clear water bring out the best in the coral colours and the incredibly diverse marine life.
With more than 18 sites from Cairns, The Operator has the most choice of outer reef locations of all the local operators.
Do you cater for special dietary requirements?
Do you cater for special dietary requirements?
Meals on board OceanQuest are chef-prepared. As long as The Operator is advised at the time of booking, they can cater to most dietary requests.
What should I pack?
What should I pack?
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Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
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Swimsuit and towel
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Overnight bag with changes of clothing, including warm clothing and socks for overnight wear
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Toiletries
Bedding and bath towels are supplied on board. Excess baggage can be stored at the Draper Street office at check-in.
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Policies
Pickup Locations
- 09:00 - 00 To be advised at a later time @ 9:00 AM
- 09:00 - 181 Esplanade @ 9:00 AM
- 09:00 - 201 Lake Street @ 9:00 AM
- 09:00 - A 1 Inn the City @ 9:00 AM
- 09:00 - Abbott Boutique Hotel @ 9:00 AM