Pro Dive | PADI E-Learning Open Water Course
Departure Times
Departure Point: Pro Dive Cairns retail shop.
Pricing Options
Complete your classroom theory online and learn to dive on the Great Barrier Reef with Pro Dive!
- Earn your PADI Gold Open Water Certification aboard a premium liveaboard
- Combine online eLearning, a practical training day, and reef training dives
- Enjoy 9 dives over 4 sensational Outer Reefs, including a night dive
- Develop your dive education alongside highly-qualified PADI instructors
- Perfect for those wishing to advance their abilities over four incredible days!
Overview
Join Pro Dive Cairns, dive deep into the world-renowned Great Barrier Reef, and earn your PADI Gold Open Water Certification over four days! For divers short on time in Cairns, the PADI E-Learning Open Water Course combines online eLearning that can be completed in your own time, one compulsory practical training day at the PADI Five Star Dive and Career Development Centre, and a three-day Great Barrier Reef liveaboard experience.
Cruising to Flynn, Thetford, Milln, and Pellowe Reefs, avid divers can enjoy accommodation aboard a premium liveaboard vessel and nine reef dives (four training dives and five recreational dives). With warm waters, minimal currents, and stunning visability year-round, the Great Barrier Reef is one of the best places in the world to learn how to dive!
Features
- Earn your PADI Gold Open Water Certification
- Complete your PADI eLearning Open Water Course theory online (at your own time before practical training)
- One day of practical training at the Pro Dive Cairns Training Centre
- Three day Outer Great Barrier Reef liveaboard experience
- Four training dives and five recreational dives, including one night dive
- PADI Open Water Manual and Dive Log Book
- Guided training from highly experienced, fully qualified PADI instructors
- All dive and snorkelling equipment provided, including dive computer, wetsuit, dive torch, corrective lens mask (if required)
- Comfortable double or twin share accommodation
- Premium dive vessel with air-conditioned cabins and saloon
- Buffet style, freshly prepared meals
- Free WiFi
- Return accommodation transfer from Cairns City and Northern Beaches
- Dive insurance
Finish your theory on the mainland then explore Flynn, Thetford, Milln and Pellowe Reefs over three magnificent days to earn your PADI Gold Open Water Certification!
Important Information:
- Within 24-48 hours of booking, you will receive details on how to access the PADI eLearning portal from Pro Dive Cairns. You must complete all the identified modules before your Pro Dive Cairns Practical Training day.
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Important Information
- A limited range of different dietary requirements can be catered for; please enquire with our reservations team for specifics before your trip.
- No bottled water is kept on board; personal drink bottles and filtered chilled water is available.
- The number of dives and sites visited may vary subject to weather and/or other unforeseen circumstances.
- Within 24-48 hours of booking, you will receive details on how to access the PADI eLearning portal from Pro Dive Cairns. You must complete all the identified modules before your Pro Dive Cairns Practical Training day.
- If you have recently/continue to suffer from an illness or condition that may affect your dive fitness, or currently taking any prescription medication, you will need to consult a doctor for a 'fit to dive' medical certificate. Please click here for more diving information and to read the medical questionnaire.
What To Bring
Please bring an overnight bag with:
- Comfortable clothing and swimwear
- Warm clothes for the evening
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, marine safe sunscreen)
- 2 x towels (ocean/shower)
- Toiletries
- Dive medical if required (ask us if you are not sure)
- Sun hat
- Seasickness medication (if required)
- Alcoholic beverages (for evening drinks if you wish)
- Passport or Australian driver's licence
- Money for lunch (Day One Practical Training)
What's Included
- PADI Gold Open Water Certification
- PADI eLearning Open Water Course online theory and assessment modules
- PADI Advanced Manual
- Return accommodation transfers from Cairns City and Northern Beaches
- Dive insurance
Pro Dive Cairns Practical Training:
- PADI 5 Star Dive and Career Development Centre
- Air-conditioned classrooms
- 2 large, 4-metre-deep heated training pools
- Bathrooms and change rooms
- Highly trained and experienced instructors
Pro Dive Outer Reef Liveaboard:
- 9 dives in total, including 4 compulsory training dives
- PADI Advanced Manual (available in English, German and Japanese)
- Guided training from highly experienced, fully qualified PADI instructors
- Visit multiple Flynn, Thetford, Milln and Pellowe Reef sites
- All dive and snorkelling equipment, including dive computer, wetsuit, dive torch, corrective lens mask (if required)
- Comfortable double or twin share accommodation
- Twin 240v power outlets in each cabin
- Air-conditioned interior, spacious dive and sundeck
- Bed linens
- Hot freshwater showers
- Buffet style, freshly prepared meals
- Unlimited tea, coffee and Milo
- Free WiFi
What's Extra
- Environmental Levy & taxes - $95pp (included in advertised price, paid on arrival)
- Lunch (Day One Practical Training)
- Soft drinks, fruit juice and chocolate bars are available at additional cost (pay at Pro Dive Cairns shop afterwards)
- BYO alcoholic beverages (if you wish)
- We recommend gluten intolerant or vegan guests bring snacks that don’t require refrigeration
Cancellations
No shows or client cancellations made within 14 days 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.
