Learn to Dive Port Douglas
Scuba diving is the ultimate adventure and the best way to explore the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. We have two options available for Learn to Dive Port Douglas PADI Open Water Certification course.
Would you please check with our friendly Reservations team for availability? Dive Retail Shop, Courses and Pool Sessions are operating subject to minimum numbers and availability of instructors.
Option 1 is a three-day course with the theory component as eLearning online, which is perfect for getting certified if you are short on time. The online eLearning platform reduces the time spent in the classroom by a whole day and enables you to study the theory component at your own pace.
Option 2 is over four days with the theory component held in the classroom at the Port Douglas Dive Centre, day 2 in the pool and days 3 & 4 on the Great Barrier Reef!
OPTION 1 – 3 day eLearning Open Water PADI Course
The course comprises the eLearning theory, a day of training in the pool at the brand new Port Douglas dive facility, and then two full-day trips to the Outer Barrier Reef. Students will complete four compulsory training dives as part of the course and two fun dives at some of the most pristine dive sites on the outer reef.
Days two and three are on the Great Barrier Reef aboard a modern dive catamaran, during which you will complete four training dives under the direct supervision of your instructor.
Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive login details for the online PADI eLearning platform. This platform is where you will complete the compulsory theory component of your open water certification BEFORE the practical pool training.
The first day in the pool is at the Port Douglas dive facility, where you will put your eLearnings into practice, geared up and in the dive pool.
The course comprises two components:
- PADI eLearning (login details supplied after booking
- 1 x day of testing and pool training
- 2 x day trips to the Outer Great Barrier Reef
OPTION 2 – 4-day Open Water PADI Course
The first two days of the course are at the diver training centre, where you will learn dive theory in the classroom and the necessary skills of scuba diving in the pool.
Days three and four are on the Great Barrier Reef aboard a modern dive catamaran, during which you will complete four training dives under the direct supervision of your instructor.
At the end of Day 4, you will be a PADI Open Water Diver! You will potentially have the opportunity to do an additional two pleasure dives as a certified diver.
The course comprises two components:
- Two days of classroom and pool training
- 2 x 1-day trips to the Outer Great Barrier Reef
Highlights
5 Star PADI training centre
Personalised learning experience
Dive lessons on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef
Modern State of the Art facility
Itinerary
Scuba Dive Course Itinerary
OPTION 1
| Before Arrival |
eLearningComplete the mandatory eLearning reading and knowledge tests before day one. |
| Day One |
Quiksilver Dive – Port Douglas
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| Day Two |
Reef Trip – Day Dive VesselDepart Port Douglas marina for the Outer Barrier Reef onboard one of Port Douglas’ premier dive vessels. |
| Day Three |
Reef Trip – Day Dive VesselDepart Port Douglas marina for the Outer Barrier Reef onboard one of Port Douglas’ premier dive vessels. |
OPTION 2
| Day One |
Quicksilver Dive – Port DouglasPractical theory and pool exercises. |
| Day Two |
Quicksilver Dive – Port DouglasPractical Theory and pool exercises. |
| Day Three |
Reef Trip – Day Dive VesselDepart Port Douglas marina for the Outer Barrier Reef onboard one of Port Douglas’ premier dive vessels. |
| Day Four |
Reef Trip – Day Dive VesselDepart Port Douglas marina for the Outer Barrier Reef onboard one of Port Douglas’ premier dive vessels. |
Included
OPTION 1
- PADI eLearning access
- Return coach transfers from Port Douglas accommodation
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Lunch every day
- All dive equipment and use of prescription masks
- Same Dive Instructor for all three days
- Heated dive pool – Day 1
- 2 x Day Trips to the Outer Reef – Day 2 and 3
- Six open water dives on the reef (4 mandatories, two fun dives)
- PADI Gold Open Water Certification
- Dive logbook
OPTION 2
- Return coach transfers from Port Douglas accommodation
- Morning and afternoon tea
- Lunch every day
- All dive equipment and use of prescription masks
- Same Dive Instructor for all four days
- Heated dive pool – Day 1 and 2
- 2 x Day Trips to the Outer Reef – Day 3 and 4
- Six open water dives on the reef (4 mandatories, two fun dives)
- PADI Gold Open Water Certification
- Dive logbook
Optional Extras
- Soft drinks, beer, wine and chocolates etc. onboard day dive vessel.
- Transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches of Cairns.
How to get there
Head Northwest of Macrossan Street, toward Park Garrick Street, turn left onto Grant Street and then in .1 kilometre turn right onto Warner Street.
Quicksilver Dive is located at 19 Warner Street, Port Douglas, Queensland 4877
Important Information
- Ability to swim – 200m (or 300m with a mask, fins and snorkel) and tread water (float) for 10 minutes
- Minimum age of ten years.
- The eLearning component takes approximately 6-8 total hours to complete BEFORE you can begin your practical training in the pool.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS FOR SCUBA DIVING
We have a passion for showing you Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, so please make sure you understand the scuba diving laws.
Queensland, Australia has some of the strictest scuba diving rules in the world but also the safest scuba diving record. The Queensland Government Code of Practice regulates us and comply with all regulations, including medical as is the law.
We strongly recommend that passengers complete our dive medical questionnaire before booking as some medical conditions, age and/or medications may prevent you from scuba diving. It is always our mission to provide our passengers with the very best Great Barrier Reef experience.
We are happy to help you with any questions you may have. Please contact our office on 07 4037 2700 or email us.
Or you may like to consult your Doctor for a Dive Medical using the Australian Standard Forms ‘AS.4005.1
If you do require a dive medical, it is to be obtained before commencing the course and must not be more than 90 days old when you start with us.
Flying after Scuba Diving
For a single no decompression scuba dive, you should not fly or go to altitude for at least 18 hours after a scuba dive. For multiple dives, you should not fly for 24 hours after your last dive.
If Skydiving or Hot Air Ballooning you must wait 24 hours after your dive.
We recommend waiting a minimum of 24 hours whenever possible[/toggle]
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