- Start and end in Cairns! Always wanted to dive? You might as well learn at the Great Barrier Reef - one of the world’s true natural wonders. Head out to the PADI ‘Open Water’ dive course, where we’ve enlisted the help of expert instructors. You’ll spend 2 days training in the pool and classroom (AKA the shallow end…) followed by 2 nights at sea (AKA the deep end) for coral exploration and ocean magic. To the bucket list annnd TICK! Contiki acknowledges the Traditional and Torres Strait land owners of the land, sea and waters of the spectacular Australian continent. As we explore this remarkable land, we recognise and respect their custodianship of a unique, ancient culture and country.
What is included in the tour
- Accommodation.
- Tour Guide.
- COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures.
- Meals.
- Additional Services.
- Transport.
What is NOT included in the tour
- International flights are not included.
- Insurance is not included.
- Other activities and services not included.
- Stay for 2 nights on a liveaboard boat.
- Gain your PADI open water diving certification.
- Take part in an unmissable guided night dive.
Day 1 Start Gimuy (Cairns)
Are you ready to take on a fun filled few days learning to dive? Can we get a heck yeah? The first 2 days of the course are spent at Pro Dive Cairns training center learning the theory & practical skills of scuba diving from our pro's. After that, you're nearly ready to go.
Day 2 Gimuy (Cairns)
We know, we know…you want to get out there, but good things take time. It's back to the books today as we continue learning the A to Z of diving, with your day spent at Pro Dive Cairns training center learning the theory & practical skills you'll need on the reef. Excitement will be at an all time high as we get ready for the next few days and what's in store for you on this mind-blowing reef.
Day 3 Gimuy (Cairns) to Dive Boat
It's GO TIME! You’ll have the opportunity to participate in up to 9 dives at a variety of our 16 exclusive dive sites on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Your first 4 dives will complete your open water certification & then as a certified diver you are able to take up to 5 more recreational dives, one of which is a guided night dive. Boom. So, what can we tell you about this spectacular reef? Here goes - more than 1,500 species of fish, 411 types of hard coral, one-third of the world's soft corals and 134 species of sharks and rays call this clear blue water home. Add over 30 species of marine mammals to the mix, and that's your mind blown.
Day 4 Dive Boat
With another day on our boat, why not take this incredible opportunity to continue diving for your chance to spot yet more colorful marine life. We're talking giant turtles, stingrays, huge clams and some of the best coral in the world. And with the deck of the boat providing you with the perfect spot for some sunbaking, book reading and bliss, you might just call this total paradise.
Day 5 Dive Boat to Gimuy (Cairns)
We'll return to Cairns late this afternoon where there’s the option to join your new mates & crew for a farewell dinner. There's nothing like a spot of bonding over a #NOREGRETS experience to make for strong friendships. So where's next on the agenda?
