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Quicksilver Dive 4 Day PADI Learn to Dive Course

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Port Douglas, Australia
  • 4 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Offered in: English

Overview

If you've always wanted to become a certified diver, Port Douglas is a great place to do so. On this four-day course you'll learn the skills necessary to become a confident, safe diver. Spend the first two days at the training center learning a combination of theory and practice, and the following two around the Agincourt Ribbon Reefs at the Great Barrier Reef. Learn new skills while immersed in nature.
  • Get PADI Gold Open Water Certification upon course completion
  • Receive personalized attention on a small-group course
  • Six open water dives are included
  • All dive gear and log books are included

What's Included

  • 2 x day trips to the Outer Reef (Day 3 and 4)
  • 6 open water dives (4 mandatory, 2 fun dives)
  • All dive equipment
  • Dive log book
  • Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
  • Heated training pool (Day 1 and 2)
  • Lunch each day
  • Morning & afternoon tea each day
  • PADI Gold Open Water Certification
  • Return coach transfers from Port Douglas accommodation
  • Use of prescription masks if required
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off is included from Port Douglas accommodation only
  • Return coach transfers are an additional cost from Cairns and Northern Beaches accommodation.
  • Souvenir photos (Day 3 & 4 Reef Trip)

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Coach transfer pick-ups are available from Port Douglas accommodation, times are advised on booking.

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Meeting point

  • 19 Warner St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia

    Please meet at the Quicksilver Dive shop reception.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:30 am

What To Expect

1

Agincourt Reef

2

Great Barrier Reef

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Ability to swim - 200m (or 300m with mask, fins and snorkel) and tread water (float) for 10 minutes.
  • Course commences every Tuesday and on request
  • If a dive medical is required, it must be completed within 90 days of starting your dive course.
  • Near public transportation
  • It is recommended that you not fly for 24 hours after diving. The final scheduled Open Water dive will be completed by 2:30pm.
  • Minimum age 10 years.
  • Some medical conditions such as asthma, heart conditions or diabetes may prevent you from diving. Prior to commencing your dive course you are required to complete the self-assessment Student Diver Medical Declaration. A positive response to any questions indicates there is a pre-existing condition which may affect your safety while diving and you will need to obtain a dive medical certificate that states you are medically fit to dive.
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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