5 Day Learn To Dive Course

There is no better place to Learn to Dive than Australia's Great Barrier Reef.

If you are thinking about taking the plunge our 5 day PADI "Open Water" dive course is by far the most popular way to do it. 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

Overview

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: Monday and 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 - On Land

• 2 x passport photos needed for certification  
• All stationary requirements needed for classroom activities.  
• PADI Gold Open Water Certificate  
• Accommodation transfers daily (City and Northern Beaches)  
• All dive and snorkelling equipment (use of prescription mask if necessary)  
• PADI Open Water Manual. (Available in English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Swedish and Japanese).  

Inclusions - At Sea

• 2 nights twin share accommodation on board vessel  
• All meals whilst on board  
• Bed linen - (no towel included)  
• All dive and snorkelling equipment (including Dive Computer and Long leg wetsuit)  
• Use of prescription mask if necessary  
• Log Book  

Extras

• An additional fee of $50 per person  is payable direct to Pro Dive. (This fee consists of a $16.50 Government Environmental Management Charge as well as a Port Departure Tax and administration costs).  
• Dive medical in accordance with Australian Standard AS 4005-1. A copy of this Standard can be provided to you in advance if required. This can be arranged by us on day 1 of your course but we recommend that you do it prior to commencement if possible. A fee of A$49.50 is payable directly to the doctor if you choose to do it in Cairns.  
• Digital Underwater Camera's are available for hire at a cost of A$40 per dive.  

Important Information

• Some medical conditions will prevent you from diving. Some of the more common conditions are Asthma, Diabetes, Epilepsy and heart or lung conditions. Pregnancy is also a contraindication to diving. Some other medical conditions may also be a problem. If you are unsure about any specific condition please contact us.  
• The minimum age to participate in this course is 12. There is no maximum age.  
• It is a course requirement that you be able to swim 200 metres and tread water/float for 10 minutes.  

Flying After Diving: We recommend that you do not fly for at least 24 hours after diving. This means that the earliest you should fly is 12 pm (midday) on the day after your dive course ends.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

You can cancelled your Learn to Dive course for any reason at any time 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.

Rates

Valid to 31 March 2009, per person and in Australian Dollars