Scuba dive in Cairns, Australia
ID: GYG868517-1368493
Category:
Country: Australia
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Dive into the world-renowned Great Barrier Reef off Cairns, Australia, home to vibrant coral reefs, abundant marine life, and exceptional visibility.
Your dive experience begins with a briefing on the Great Barrier Reef’s diverse marine ecosystem and sustainable diving practices. From Cairns, you’ll board a boat to explore iconic dive sites such as Hastings Reef, Michaelmas Cay, and the Outer Reef.
Cairns is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the world’s most spectacular underwater environments. The region is teeming with marine life, including sea turtles, reef sharks, rays, and colorful tropical fish. Visibility is typically excellent, often exceeding 30 meters, providing clear views of the vibrant coral gardens and fascinating marine landscapes.
Dive depths range from shallow reefs around 5 to 10 meters to deeper sites reaching 30 meters, offering a variety of experiences for both Open Water and Advanced Open Water divers. Whether you’re exploring the shallow, pristine coral gardens or diving deeper to discover the reef’s larger species, Cairns offers a diverse and unforgettable diving experience.
Sustainable diving practices are emphasized, and you’ll be encouraged to respect the marine environment by avoiding contact with the coral and marine life, ensuring the preservation of the Great Barrier Reef for future generations.
Highlights
- Dive into the Great Barrier Reef’s vibrant coral reefs and marine life.
- Encounter sea turtles, reef sharks, rays, and tropical fish.
- Explore world-famous dive sites like Hastings Reef and Michaelmas Cay.
- Dive sustainably, supporting the protection of coral reefs and marine life.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Open Water of Equivalent scuba diving certification
A medical clearance form must be completed.
There are strict restrictions when flying to altitude after diving. You need to wait for a minimum of 18 hours after your last dive, so please plan your flights and mountain hiking trips accordingly.
Once your booking is confirmed, you'll receive an email with the specific meeting point details.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
