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Down Under Dive | PADI 4 Day Learn To Dive

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Min. Age
12 Years+

Departure Times

Departs: Pool Sessions at 7:30am & Boat Sessions at 8:00am - Fridays
Returns: Pool Sessions and Boat Sessions at 4:30am

Pricing Options

$860 AUD / Person - General (12+) (Between: 16 Jun 2023 and 31 Mar 2025)

Join Down Under Dive in Cairns and get scuba certified on the stunning Great Barrier Reef!

  • Learn the theory and practical basics of scuba in a five-star PADI dive facility.
  • Enjoy 2 days cruising to the outer reef on an award winning superyacht!
  • Explore colourful dive sites teeming with diverse marine life. 
  • Become internationally PADI certified, then enjoy a free fun dive! 

Nestled in the heart of paradise, Cairns is one of the best places in the world to learn how to dive! With only 8 participants per course, you'll receive personalised training led by friendly professional instructors in a close-knit group. Learn the basics at Down Under Dive's custom training facility both in the classroom theory and practical pool sessions. Enjoy 2 days cruising to the outer reef on the award winning Evolution superyacht, where on the last day you will complete your internationally recognised PADI dive certification! Once you've passed all the requirements, enjoy a free fun dive to celebrate! Are you here yet?

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Features

  • 4 days learning to scuba in the tropics of North Queensland
  • 2 x days pool and theory training in a safe and secure five-star PADI training facility
  • 2 x days learning open water diving on the Great Barrier Reef!
  • Small group training for a more personalised experience
  • Professional and expert dive instructors
  • Enjoy cruising to the glorious outer reef on Evolution superyacht
  • Delicious buffet BBQ lunch included on reef days
  • 5 open water dives, with 1 x free fun dive included! 
  • Earn an internationally recognised PADI scuba dive certification

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Important Information

Safety: Prior to diving, all divers must complete a Dive Course Medical Questionnaire. In Down Under Dive's commitment to the safety of guests, divers over 45 years for PADI dive courses must have a medical clearance with a physician the confirms they are Fit To Dive. This can be provided by your own GP before you leave for your holiday. Please be aware that certain medical conditions (e.g. asthma, heart disease, diabetes) and/or prescription medication may prevent some people from diving. For more information, please click here, or any questions, please get in touch

Students must be at least 12 years of age. Divers under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by a parent of guardian. 

Sample Itinerary

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Day 1

  • 7:30 am arrive at the Down Under Cruise and Dive HQ (287 Draper St, Parramatta Park).
  • Medical checks and paperwork are completed on-site before classroom and training pool sessions commence. 
  • Finish around 4:30 pm and return transfer to accommodation. 

Day 2

  • 7:30 am Classroom sessions re-commence with a small exam and finalising skills learned in training. 
  • 4:30 pm Finish all classroom...

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Day 1

  • 7:30 am arrive at the Down Under Cruise and Dive HQ (287 Draper St, Parramatta Park).
  • Medical checks and paperwork are completed on-site before classroom and training pool sessions commence. 
  • Finish around 4:30 pm and return transfer to accommodation. 

Day 2

  • 7:30 am Classroom sessions re-commence with a small exam and finalising skills learned in training. 
  • 4:30 pm Finish all classroom theory and pool practical sessions

Day 3

  • 7:15 am Check in at 7:15am at the Down Under Dive Counter inside the Reef Fleet Terminal (1 Spence Street, Cairns City).
  • 8:00 am Cruise to the outer reef onboard award-winning Evolution.
  • You will travel to 2 fantastic dive sites on the Great Barrier Reef to conduct a series of training skills in the open water environment. 2 dives are completed. 
  • Enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch to fill the spot after diving!
  • 4:30 pm return to Cairns 

Day 4

  • 7:30 am Check in again for the Evolution reef cruise to dive sites located at Norman, Saxon or Hastings Reefs to complete your PADI dive course.
  • Once you have completed 2 more dives, your instructor will present you with your PADI Scuba Diving License!
  • You get another fun dive included for free!
  • Enjoy a delicious BBQ buffet lunch. 
  • 4:30 pm Return to Cairns a fully certified diver! 

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What To Bring

  • Certified Dive Medical 
  • Small day bag for your belongings
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Spare change of clothes
  • Swimmers 
  • Towel each day
  • Food for classroom and pool days 1 & 2
  • Cash or card for snacks & drinks

What's Included

  • 2 x days classroom theory and pool sessions
  • 2 x day trips to the outer Great Barrier Reef on Evolution superyacht 
  • All dive and snorkel equipment
  • BBQ lunch on reef days
  • Reef levy on both cruise days
  • 4 x open water ...

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What To Bring

  • Certified Dive Medical 
  • Small day bag for your belongings
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Spare change of clothes
  • Swimmers 
  • Towel each day
  • Food for classroom and pool days 1 & 2
  • Cash or card for snacks & drinks

What's Included

  • 2 x days classroom theory and pool sessions
  • 2 x day trips to the outer Great Barrier Reef on Evolution superyacht 
  • All dive and snorkel equipment
  • BBQ lunch on reef days
  • Reef levy on both cruise days
  • 4 x open water dives, + 1 x free fun dive on last day
  • PADI Open Water Dive Certificate
  • Return city accommodation transfers each day
  • All applicable PADI training materials.

What's Extra

  • Lunch on days 1 & 2 are not included
  • Any snacks and drinks on reef cruise

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Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip. 

You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Cairns Tours/Mr Travel and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.

It is your responsibility to notify us of ticket discrepancies. Please read through the details on your voucher thoroughly to ensure all details such as passenger names, ages and dates of travel on vouchers are correct.

It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and check-in agent before boarding of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.

You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time. Please refer to the specific tour page for full check-in instructions.


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All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.

We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.


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It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances. 


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All ticket/voucher reissues attract a $20 administration fee.


Transfers:

The Service Operator reserves the right to limit courtesy transfers to select local accommodations. Private residences or Airbnb properties may be asked to meet at the closest confirmed location. Failure to meet at the specified pick-up location may be treated as “No Show”, for which the Client Cancellation Policy applies. Not all tours offer transfers, please refer to the individual product to see if this is applicable to your tour.


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Please enjoy your travel experience in a kind and responsible manner.

Cairns Tours/Mr Travel will treat this as any normal client cancellation and therefore the cancellation fees stated in the Client Cancellation Policy will apply.


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Shipping Costs are in addition to the ticket price and will be added at check-out. Shipping costs are non-refundable and do not makeup part of the ticket value. 

E-Vouchers incur no shipping fees.

You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.

Cancellations

Client Cancellations:

This is meant to be a guideline. Full cancellation policies for each tour can be found on that individual product page's terms and conditions as policies vary from operator to operator. 

Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers' discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee. 

It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to: admin@mr-travel.com. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.


Supplier Cancellations:

The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.

All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.

All add-on activities (including but not limited to scuba diving, stand-up paddleboarding, helmet diving, guided snorkel tours, banana boat rides and waterslides) are subject to availability and price changing, and may not be available during your tour without notice. Guests are not eligible for refunds on the grounds of non-operating extra activities.

In the unlikely event of your trip being cancelled or stood down, all guest communication is required to go through our Online Store via telephone or email. While there is a Travel Shop retail outlet located in Cairns, please be aware that they operate as a separate entity and are unable to access reservations made by the Cairns Tours/Mr Travel online department.


Refunds:

All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Cairns Tours/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.

Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.

You will be emailed confirmation once the refund has been processed. Once the refund has been processed, it may still take time for the banks to clear the amount. Please allow 7-10 business days for the funds to clear into Australian accounts and up to 21 business days for international accounts.


Thank you for booking with our East-Coast travel experts here at Cairns Tours/ Mr Travel. If you would like any further advice, assistance in arranging accommodation, transfers or additional tours please get in touch.

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