Pro Dive Cairns 5 day PADI Open Water Course combines the excitement of learning to dive with the adventure of a 3 Day / 2 Night liveaboard trip.

PRICE: $841
per person

 

Your journey to becoming a certified diver begins at Pro Dive Cairns’ state-of-the-art Training Centre, conveniently located in Cairns City. Over the first two days, you’ll receive expert instruction in a modern facility designed for optimal learning. A key feature of our centre is Cairns’ deepest scuba training pool, reaching 4.5 metres at its deepest point. This allows students to gain a realistic feel for diving with full equipment before heading to the reef.

On days three, four, and five, your adventure continues aboard Scubapro, our custom-built liveaboard vessel, where you’ll dive at a selection of 16 exclusive outer reef sites (see itinerary for details). This comprehensive course includes four Open Water training dives, followed by five additional pleasure dives, including an escorted night dive—a thrilling experience to complete your certification. Courses commence daily, except Sundays.

Our purpose-built liveaboard vessels are designed for both comfort and functionality. At 25 metres (80 feet) in length, they feature spacious, air-conditioned interiors and two large decks—one dedicated to scuba diving and snorkelling, and another purely for relaxation and sunbathing. Accommodation includes 16 twin-share cabins, each sleeping two guests, with a shared bathroom between every two cabins.

After an exciting day in the water, enjoy a hearty, hot dinner with a varied menu that changes each trip, followed by dessert served after the night dive. Vegetarian options are available upon request. Solo travellers will be paired with another diver in a twin-share cabin.

Whether you’re taking your first breath underwater or perfecting your dive skills, our professional team ensures a safe, enjoyable, and unforgettable experience on the Great Barrier Reef.

Experience the underwater world and marine life of the Great Barrier Reef
Enjoy a more relaxed and intimate experience on the Great Barrier Reef
Stay on premium liveaboard dive boat in air conditioned comfort
Same instructor from the pool to ocean until certification
9 Dives on Great Barrier Reef (4 training, 5 recreational incld. 1 night dive)

PADI Open Water Certification upon successful completion
Comprehensive Open Water Manual (available in multiple languages)
Return accommodation transfers (Cairns City & Northern Beaches only)
Two passport photos (required for certification)
Two days of theory and confined water training in our professional dive pool
Three-day, two-night liveaboard adventure on the Outer Reef
Two nights’ accommodation onboard in twin-share cabins
All meals onboard, freshly prepared and plentiful
Bed linen provided (please bring your own bath towel)
Full dive equipment hire, including a dive computer and 5mm short-arm/leg wetsuit
Prescription masks available if required
Dive insurance, covering dive-related injuries and emergency evacuation
Up to nine dives, including four training dives and five fun dives
This package ensures an immersive and hassle-free experience as you earn your Open Water certification while exploring the stunning Great Barrier Reef!
EXTRA COSTS TO PAY OPERATOR AT CHECK-IN:
Reef taxes AUD $95.00 per person (for travel dates April 1 2025 – March 31 2026)
Reef taxes AUD $100.00 per person (for travel dates April 1 2026 – March 31 2027)
This fee consists of a Government Environmental Charge, Port Departure Tax and Administration Charges. This charge is applicable for all passengers on the 3 Day 2 Night Liveaboard Dive Trip and all Dive Courses combining the 3 Day Trip.
Accommodation in Cairns (not included)
Underwater Canon digital camera hire – capture your dive memories in stunning detail
Nitrox air fills – available for certified Nitrox divers
Dive medical examination (if required)
Trip cancellation or interruption insurance – recommended for peace of mind
Deck and bath towels – please bring your own
Personal toiletries – not provided onboard

 

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