Shark Dive Xtreme at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Recommended by 98% of travelers

Sydney, Australia

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Get the opportunity to dive among grey nurse sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles on this beginner scuba dive at the Sea Life Sydney Aquarium. Book your passes ahead for this popular tour, which includes a full scuba training session, use of all gear, and supervision by a guide as you dive in the huge aquarium.

Introductory scuba training session provided so even beginners can participate
All properly fitted dive gear and wet suits provided
Supervision by a certified dive instructor
Certificate of participation as a souvenir

What's Included

2.5 hour experience (intro to scuba diving, 90min training session, 30min dive with sharks)
Participants must arrive at the entry to the attraction 15 minutes before their session
SEA LIFE Sydney General Admission
Wetsuit and all scuba gear
'I dived with 3 metre sharks' Shark Dive Xtreme certificate

Swimmers, Enclosed footwear, A towel, Toiletries

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
1-5 Wheat Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Participants must arrive at the entry to the attraction 15 minutes before their session

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Sea Life Sydney Aquarium

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
IMPORTANT NOTE: All divers must read and complete our medical declaration questionnaire before booking their Shark Dive https://www.visitsealife.com/sydney/media/sgplmjh2/diver_medical_participant_questionnaire_10346_en_english_2022-02-01-2.pdf?
All divers MUST be age 14 or over
Scuba Diving is physically demanding and can be dangerous if you suffer from certain medical conditions. It is very important that you, the diver, do not suffer from any contraindications to diving.
DO NOT drink alcohol the night before your dive
DO NOT fly in an aircraft within 12 hours of your dive
You MUST have a reasonable degree of swimming ability
If you are pregnant, or planning to become pregnant, please do not book

If you suffer from any of the below medical conditions, then you will be required to obtain medical clearance from Certified Dive Doctor before booking your dive
Issues with lungs, breathing, heart or blood (affecting physical or mental performance)
Struggle to perform moderate exercise (e.g. walking 1.6 kilometres or swimming 200 metres without resting) OR have been unable to participate in normal physical activity due to fitness or health reasons within the past 12 months
Have issues with eyes, ears or nasal passages/sinuses
Have had surgery within the last 12 months, or have ongoing problems related to past surgery
Have lost consciousness, had migraine headaches, seizures, strokes, significant head injury, or suffer from persistent neurologic injury or disease
Currently undergoing treatment (or have required treatment in the last five years) for psychological problems, personality disorder, panic attacks, or an addiction to drugs and alcohol; or have been diagnosed with a learning or developmental disability
Had back problems, hernia, ulcers or diabetes
Have had stomach or intestine problems, including recent diarrhoea
Taking prescription medications (with the exception of birth control or anti-malarial drugs other than mefloquine (Lariam)
Not recommended for travelers Issues with lungs, breathing, heart or blood (affecting physical or mental performance)
All divers must read and complete our medical declaration questionnaire before booking their Shark Dive
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 166 reviews

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Do it!!!

Raelynn_F, Sep 2026

Everything was explained thoroughly. The guides were awesome and we felt comfortable getting into the tank. Such an amazing experience.

Amazing shark dive experience!

kelly_J, Nov 2025

Absolutely amazing experience scuba diving at Sea Life. Highly recommend trying this experience. Definitely value for money.

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jesus_e, Jan 2020

That was an amaxing experience.When i was in the tank i feeling to bad but when the time was passing i felt more confortable.Now i recommended if you are in Sydney,do not missed it.Thanks guys for your help!

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Hi there, Thank you for visiting and taking the time to leave a positive review of your visit to SEA LIFE Sydney. We are happy to see that you had a nice day out and enjoyed coming face to face with some of the creatures of the sea! We hope to SEA you again in the future. Best Wishes!

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Thomas_C, Dec 2019

This was one of the most exhilarating things I have done, swimming with the sharks. I was never concerned about my safety due to the great dive instructors.