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Pro Dive's 5D PADI Dive Course - 2 Days of classroom and pool and training and then a 3 day 2 night - 9 dive liveaboard dive trip to some of the best Outer Reef dive sites available.

 

There is no better place to Learn to Dive than Australia's Great Barrier Reef. The adventure of learning to dive as well as staying out on the reef for 3 days and 2 nights on one of our premium live aboard vessels is quite unique.

 

Your course includes 9 dives on some of the best dive sites the Outer Great Barrier Reef has to offer as well as plenty of time to snorkel, relax and really enjoy the reef experience. All this makes this course unmatched for experience and value.

 

Your 5 Day PADI Learn to Dive Course is broken down into two components - 2 Days of classroom and pool and training and then a 3 day 2 night 9 dive liveaboard dive trip to some of the best Outer Reef dive sites available.

 

The first two days of your course are spent at our modern training centre learning the theory and practical skills of scuba diving. At the end of day 2 we recommend the option of attending 'Reef Teach'. 'Reef Teach' is a fun and informative marine biology presentation that will greatly enhance your reef experience. (Additional cost)

The next 3 days and 2 nights are spent living on board one of our premium live aboard dive vessels. You'll have the opportunity to participate in 9 dives on a variety of our 16 exclusive dive sites on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Your first 4 dives will complete your open water certification and then as certified diver you are able to undertake up to 5 more recreational or pleasure dives. One of these dives is a guided night dive! These extra dives will be a highlight of your course and a truly memorable experience.

 

On the night of your return to Cairns you have the option to join your fellow passengers and the crew for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

 

Courses Commence

English: Daily except Sunday German: Tuesdays and Fridays Japanese: Thursdays For those customers who speak languages other than those mentioned above we also have PADI textbooks available in a range of other European and Asian languages.

 

Inclusions

  • 9 Dives (4 training dives and 5 pleasure dives – inc one night dive)
  • PADI Gold Open Water Certification
  • PADI Open Water manual
  • Dive Log Book
  • 2 Passport Photos
  • All dive & snorkelling equipment - includes dive computer, wetsuit and dive torch.
  • Dive Insurance
  • Corrective lens mask (if required)
  • Accommodation transfers (Cairns city & northern beaches)
  • All accommodation, meals and bed linen (on board the boat)

 

Extras

Important Information For Learn to Dive Course Participants continuing on with their dive education. Prior to commencing your Learn to Dive Course you are required to complete the self-assessment Entry Level Student Dive Medical Declaration. A positive response to any question means that there is a pre-existing condition that 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 that you are fit to undertake recreational diver training.

To avoid disappointment we suggest that you complete the Student Diver Medical Declaration and if necessary obtain a dive medical from a doctor prior to commencement. (Any costs associated in this process are payable direct to the doctor).

 

Important Note: Student Diver Medical Declaration and Dive Medical (if required) must be completed within 90 days of commencement of your learn to dive course.

 

Important Information

The minimum age to learn to dive in Queensland is 12. There is no maximum age. It is a dive course requirement that you be able to swim 200 metres or snorkel 300 metres and tread water/float for 10 minutes. We recommend that you do not fly within 24 hours of diving. This means that the earliest you should fly is 12 pm (midday) on the day after your dive course concludes This course is a nationally recognised training program and is delivered under partnership arrangements with PADI RTO (RTO ID 6729)

The first two days of your course are spent at our modern training centre learning the theory and practical skills of scuba diving. At the end of day 2 we recommend the option of attending 'Reef Teach'. 'Reef Teach' is a fun and informative marine biology presentation that will greatly enhance your reef experience. (Additional cost)

The next 3 days and 2 nights are spent living on board one of our premium live aboard dive vessels. You'll have the opportunity to participate in 9 dives on a variety of our 16 exclusive dive sites on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Your first 4 dives will complete your open water certification and then as certified diver you are able to undertake up to 5 more recreational or pleasure dives. One of these dives is a guided night dive! These extra dives will be a highlight of your course and a truly memorable experience.

 

On the night of your return to Cairns you have the option to join your fellow passengers and the crew for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

 

Courses Commence

  • English: Daily except Sunday
  • German: Tuesdays and Fridays
  • Japanese: Thursdays
  • For those customers who speak languages other than those mentioned above we also have PADI textbooks available in a range of other European and Asian languages.

 

Inclusions

  • 9 Dives (4 training dives and 5 pleasure dives – inc one night dive)
  • PADI Gold Open Water Certification
  • PADI Open Water manual
  • Dive Log Book
  • 2 Passport Photos
  • All dive & snorkelling equipment - includes dive computer, wetsuit and dive torch.
  • Dive Insurance
  • Corrective lens mask (if required)
  • Accommodation transfers (Cairns city & northern beaches)
  • All accommodation, meals and bed linen (on board the boat)

    Pro Dive's 5D PADI Dive Course

    £628.00 Regular Price
    £565.20Sale Price
    • 2 Days of classroom and pool and training and then a 3 day 2 night - 9 dive liveaboard dive trip to some of the best Outer Reef dive sites available.

    • All prices are quoted in Australian dollars and include Goods and Services Tax (GST) where applicable.

      $85.00 levies payable on arrival.

      PADI 4 Day Learn to Scuba Dive Course

      If you don’t have the time to do a 5 day course or would prefer a land based Learn to Dive course then this course is the ideal option for you.

      Important Information:

      Prior to commencing your dive course you are required to complete the self-assessment Student Divers Medical Declarations. 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.

      To obtain a copy of the form please visit http://www.prodivecairns.com.au/forms

      Medical must be complete within 90 days of starting your dive course.

      We recommend that you bot fly within 24 hours of your final dive. Your final scheduled dive of the 3-day trip will be complete by 12:00pm.

      Cancellation and Refund Policy (5 Day Learn to Dive only):

      You can cancel your Learn to Dive course for any reason up to the end of Day 1 of the course and receive a full refund of all money paid to Pro Dive Cairns. There is no refund for any reason after this time. If you have booked through a travel agent cancellation fees may apply.

      Note: This course is a nationally recognised training program and is delivered under partnership arrangements with PADI Asia Pacific (RTO ID 6729).

      3 Day/2 Night Liveaboards

      (inc Nitrox Advanced, PADI Advanced, PADI/Nitrox Advanced, 3 Day Nitrox package, Refresher Course, Introductory Dives):

      Important Information:

      Some medical conditions may prevent you from diving. For example asthma, diabetes, epilepsy and heart or lung disease, as well as some other medical conditions. If you are unsure of a particular medical condition please contact us for more information. In the interest of safety we recommend that you not fly for 24 hours after diving. Your final scheduled dive of the 3-day trip will be completed by 12:00pm. Number of dives may vary subject to weather and/or other unforeseen circumstances. Travel insurance is highly recommended.

      Cancellation and Refund Policy (3 Day/2 Night Liveabaords only):

      You can cancel your dive trip for any reason up to 48 hours prior to departure and receive a full refund of all money paid to Pro Dive Cairns. There is no refund for any reason after this time. If you booked through a travel agent cancellation fees may apply.

      PADI COURSES:

      All PADI courses require the participant to complete a PADI medical statement. A dive medical may be required and some medical conditions may prevent you from diving.

      We recommend that you not fly within 24 hours of your final dive. Your final scheduled dive of the 3-day trip will be complete by 12:00pm.

      Refund Policies apply to all dive courses – Please refer to our website for details.

      MEDICAL INFORMATION:

      Some medical conditions may prevent you from diving. For example asthma, diabetes, epilepsy and heart or lung disease, as well as some other medical conditions. If you are unsure of a particular medical condition please contact us for more information. In the interest of safety we recommend that you not fly for 24 hours after diving. Your final scheduled dive of the 3-day trip will be completed by 12:00pm. Number of dives may vary subject to weather and/or other unforeseen circumstances. Travel insurance is highly recommended.

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