The Pro Dive Cairns 5-day PADI “Open Water” course combines the adventure of learning to scuba dive with the excitement of exploring the spectacular beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. This 5-day adventure consists of 2 days of theory and pool training, then 3 days and 2 nights on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, staying on one of Pro Dive Cairns’ premium liveaboard dive boats. Included in the course are 9 dives (4 training and 5 recreational, including a guided night dive) on a variety of 19 exclusive Outer Reef sites. There’s also plenty of time to snorkel and relax onboard.

Learn scuba diving in a safe, controlled environment under professional guidance

Go from a beginner to a PADI-certified diver by the end of the training

The first two days consist of theory and pool training

You will have plenty of time to relax and enjoy snorkeling on the reefs

Spot harmless reef sharks on your dives, and the most common are black-tip and white-tip reef sharks

Up from above, Pro Dive Cairns vessels can choose from the very best Outer Great Barrier Reef locations at Flynn, Pellowe, and Thetford Reefs