Down Under Dive | PADI Advanced Open Water Dive Course
Departure Times
Departure Point: Cairns Marlin Marina
Pricing Options
Complete your advanced PADI Open Water Dive course with Down Under Dive and choose your own Adventure Dives on the GBR!
- Enjoy 6 dives over 2 days exploring the Outer Great Barrier Reef onboard the Evolution superyacht!
- Gain more knowledge and skills to suit your underwater interests with 3 electives of choice.
- Feast on a BBQ buffet lunch, included on both days.
- Obtain your advanced open water certification in tropical paradise!
Overview
Spend two incredible days deepening your scuba skills with Down Under Dive onboard their Evolution superyacht in a tropical underwater mecca! Learn the greater practical aspects of deep diving, how to navigate underwater, advanced use of your dive computer and much more depending on the Adventure Dives you choose. In addition to your two compulsory subjects, Deep Diver and Underwater Navigator, you can choose three electives of the following: AWARE-Fish Identification, Underwater Naturalist, Boat Diver, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Multi-level Diver and Search and Recovery Diver. Come to Cairns and up level your diving skills in an underwater wonderland with a fun and friendly dive crew!

Features and Highlights
- Enjoy 2 amazing days on the Great Barrier Reef advancing your diving knowledge
- More to explore with 5 dives, plus 1 free fun dive!
- 5 subjects, with 2 compulsory and 3 electives of your choice
- Small group training for a more personalised experience
- All diving equipment included
- Professional and friendly expert dive instructors
- Delicious buffet BBQ lunch included onboard both days
- Become a better diver in the warm tropical waters of North Queensland!
- Earn an internationally recognised Advanced PADI scuba dive certification
- Each Adventure Dive may credit toward first dive of Specialty Diver Course

Important Information
Course Prerequisites: Must have completed a PADI learn to dive course or similar qualifying entry-level certification to complete this advanced course.
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.
Depth: Max depth is up to 21m / 70ft. How deep you can go depends on your age.
Students must be at least 12 years of age. Divers under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by a parent of guardian.
Important Information
What To Bring
- Certified Dive Medical
- Small day bag for your belongings
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Spare change of clothes
- Swimmers
- Towel each day
- Cash or card for snacks & drinks
What's Included
- 2 x day trips to the Outer Great Barrier Reef on Evolution superyacht
- All dive and snorkel equipment
- BBQ buffet lunch
- Reef levy
- 5 x open water dives, + 1 x free fun dive on last day
- PADI Advanced Dive Certificate
- All applicable PADI training materials.
- Return city accommodation transfers each day
What's Extra
- Any extra snacks and drinks
Cancellations
No-shows or client cancellations made within 18 hours of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
A refund in the event of cancellation is subject to both our Cancellation Policy and the terms of the supplier.
Terms and Conditions
Our Terms & Conditions apply to this experience. Please review them before booking.