Cairns 5 Day Learn To Dive Course + 2 Night Liveaboard Experience | Great Barrier Reef
Cairns 5 Day Learn To Dive Course + 2 Night Liveaboard Experience | Great Barrier Reef Highlights
- Get up to 10% cash back per person when you book with us
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Your adventure kicks off with hassle-free transfers from Cairns City + the Northern Beaches
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Embark on a 3-Day, 2-Night Outer Reef liveaboard trip
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2 x unforgettable nights aboard the comfortable vessel, staying in twin cabins
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Relax in the serene beauty of the Great Barrier Reef, waking up to the gentle lull of the ocean waves
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Enjoy mouthwatering meals prepared by onboard chefs
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Snug + clean bed linen provided, ensuring your stay is as comfortable as it is exhilarating
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Dive like a pro with top-of-the-line dive equipment, including a dive computer + 5mm short arm/leg wetsuit
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Prescription masks for perfect vision underwater (if needed)
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Dive insurance - giving you peace of mind during your thrilling adventures
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Enjoy complimentary WiFi on board
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Obtain your Open Water certification (PADI)
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An Open Water manual is available in various languages
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Capture your journey with 2 passport photos
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Immerse yourself in two days of theory + confined water training
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Get ready for up to 9 dives—4 for training + 5 for fun
What to Expect
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 10% Cashback Deal?
What is the 10% Cashback Deal?
You score up to 10% of your purchase value emailed to you as a one time code to use on your next adventure!
What do I need to know about this trip?
What do I need to know about this trip?
Departs: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
Max. No. of Divers: 32
Duration: 5 Days
Cabin Types: 14 Twin berth - 2 Double Berth w/ Ensuites Share Bathrooms
No. Dives: 9 Dives
Check-in: 8.30am Cairns
Check out: 4.30pm Cairns
Min Cert: OpenWater Course
Diving Experience: Diving is suitable for all levels of divers
Itinerary Time Activity
Day 1 8.30am - 5.00pm Theory & Pool at Training Center
Day 2 8.30am - 5.00pm Theory & Pool, Theory Exam at Training Center
Day 3 7.00am - First Day at Sea + O/Water Dives 1 & 2 + Snorkel the rest of the day
Day 4 Second Day at Sea + O/Water Dives 3 & 4 + 2 Pleasure Dives inc Night Dive
Day 5 Final Day at Sea + 3 Pleasure Dives
What's excluded from the tour price?
What's excluded from the tour price?
- Flights to and from Cairns
- Accomodation in Cairns
- Environmental Management Charge, Port and administration fees, and fuel levy - AU$80 per person
- Underwater Canon digital camera hire
- Nitrox air fills
- Cost of Dive Medical (if required)
- Trip cancellation or interruption Insurance
- Deck and bath towels
- Personal toiletries
When should I arrive for the tour?
When should I arrive for the tour?
You will need to be in Cairns the night before departure.
Email up to 48 hours prior to course start date to advise your accommodation, The Operator will then organise a transfer for you.
What should I bring on Day 1?
What should I bring on Day 1?
Please bring along your swimwear, towel, cash for lunch and valid dive medical (if required).
Are there sharks on the Great Barrier Reef?
Are there sharks on the Great Barrier Reef?
Yes, there are sharks in every ocean. A variety of sharks inhabit the Great Barrier Reef. What we most commonly encounter are smaller species which pose no threat to divers or snorkellers. The shark that Australia is infamous for, the Great White Shark, does not exist in Far North Queensland.
Are there jellyfish on the Great Barrier Reef?
Are there jellyfish on the Great Barrier Reef?
Stingers, also known as box jellyfish, are coastal dwellers and are never seen on the reef. They breed in the estuaries and live their life on the shoreline, therefore do not pose a threat to divers on the reef. The jellyfish season is from November to April. Swimming enclosures are provided at local beaches for people to swim in.
Can I bring alcohol to the Great Barrier Reef?
Can I bring alcohol to the Great Barrier Reef?
Yes, you are allowed to bring alcohol on board, but in moderation as we only have limited space on all of our boats. Please note once any alcohol has been consumed, you are not allowed to go into the water again until the following day. Pro Dive Cairns encourages responsible drinking.
What should I pack for the Great Barrier Reef?
What should I pack for the Great Barrier Reef?
- You will need to take along a towel, preferably 2. We suggest taking 2 towels along - 1 for when you get out of the water and 1 for showering at night.
- Certification card & log book or other proof of experience.
- Swimwear.
- Comfortable, casual clothing for 3 days.
- Warm clothes for the evening and pyjamas.
- Toiletries i.e. toothbrush, soap, sunscreen etc.
- Please do not bring sleeping bags, bulky luggage, large amounts of money as the account you incur on the boat will be paid direct to the Pro Dive retail shop at the end of the trip.
Is there a reef tax?
Is there a reef tax?
Yes. An additional fee of $85 per person is payable direct to PRO DIVE Cairns. This fee includes $16.50 Government Environmental Management Charge as well as a Port Departure Tax and administration and Fuel levy.
When is the best time to dive on the Great Barrier Reef?
When is the best time to dive on the Great Barrier Reef?
The warm waters of Tropical North Queensland are ideal for year-round diving.
Water temperature can vary from 22' to 28' Celsius (75' to 85'F).
Summer (Dec-Feb)
Overall great marine life activity with plenty to see
Visibility - Excellent
Water temperature 29?C (85?F)
Generally calm sea conditions
Low to moderate rain - generally at night
Autumn (Mar-May)
Overall great marine life activity with plenty to see
Visibility - Good
Water temperature 25-27?C (80?F)
Calm to moderate sea conditions
Potential moderate rain
Winter (Jun-Aug)
Minke Whales & Humpback Whales
Visibility - Good
Water temperature 22-24?C (70?F)
Moderate sea conditions
Low rainfall
Spring (Sep-Nov)
Humpback Whales & Coral Spawning (Nov)
Visibility - Excellent
Water temperature 25-27?C (80?F)
Generally calm sea conditions
Low rain fall
Medical Declaration Form
Medical Declaration Form
Prior to commencing your dive course, you are required to complete the self-assessment Student Diver Medical Declaration. A positive response to any questions indicates there is a pre-existing condition which may affect your safety while diving and you must consult a medical practitioner, preferably with experience in diving medicine, to obtain a dive medical certificate that states you are medically fit to dive. Medical must be complete within 90 days of starting your dive course.
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A Refundable Booking is available at checkout. This will provide 100% refund for one of the many reasons included via our terms - including adverse weather, sickness or delays with transport.
All customer cancellation & refund requests are also subject to our website’s own refund conditions.
Pickup Locations
- 08:30 - 01 SELF DRIVE - NO PICKUP/DROPOFF - Make own way to/from Pro Dive Cairns Training Centre at 116 Spence Street @ 8:30 AM
- 08:30 - 181 THE ESPLANADE P/up Lake Street Entrance (181 Esplanade) @ 8:20 AM
- 08:30 - 201 LAKE ST (201 Lake Street) @ 8:20 AM
- 08:30 - A1 INN THE CITY (141 Lake Street) @ 8:20 AM
- 08:30 - ABBEY'S CITY HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST HOMESTAY (396 Draper Street) @ 8:10 AM