ProDive Cairns 5-Day PADI Diving Course
Embark on a thrilling underwater journey with ProDive Cairns’ immersive 5-day PADI diving course. Located in the heart of Cairns, this comprehensive programme offers the perfect opportunity to become a certified diver and explore the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.
Dive Into Adventure
Over five days, you’ll receive expert instruction from certified PADI instructors, gaining the skills and knowledge to navigate the ocean’s depths confidently. From classroom sessions to practical training in the pool and open water dives, each day brings new opportunities for learning and discovery.
World-Class Training
ProDive Cairns is renowned for its world-class training facilities and personalised instruction. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to advance your diving skills, our experienced team is dedicated to ensuring a safe and enjoyable learning experience.
Explore the Great Barrier Reef
As part of the course, you’ll have the chance to embark on multiple dives along the Great Barrier Reef, one of the most spectacular dive destinations in the world. Swim alongside vibrant coral gardens, encounter fascinating marine life, and immerse yourself in the beauty of this iconic natural wonder.
Dive Certification
Upon completing the course, you’ll earn your PADI Open Water Diver certification, opening up opportunities for future diving adventures. Whether you’re drawn to the tranquillity of coral reefs or the excitement of underwater wrecks, your certification will be your passport to explore the underwater world.
PADI diving course room configuration
- Fourteen twin-share cabins have bunk beds.
- Two double-bed cabins with shared bathrooms.
All vessels have central air conditioning, plenty of cabin space, access to natural light, a large sun deck and a dive deck.
ScubaPro I, II, III |
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| Vessel Type | Monohull |
| Length x Beam | 23.95m x 7.35m (78.5ft x 24.1ft) |
| Engines | Scania Engines V8 339KW |
| Cruising Speed | 12 knots |
| Year Built | 1998, 2002, 2004 |
| Last Refurbishment | 2017 |
| Max. Passengers | 32 passengers |
| Cabins and type | 14 x twin beds (bunk bed) and 2 x double beds. No ensuite facilities. |
| Heads | Eight toilet/shower combinations |
| Bedding And Linen | Sheets and blankets. No towels supplied |
| On-Board Air Supply | Yes. Nitrox is also available |
| Catering | Fully cooked hot/cold breakfast, hot and cold lunches, hot dinner, and dessert, all prepared on board, no outside catering, snacks, tea, and coffee at any time. |
| Crew/Passenger Ratio | 1 to 5 |
| Extra Facilities | Television, video, music, board games, books, and camera hire, each cabin has twin 240-volt power outlets. |
| Reefs Visited | Milln, Flynn, Thetford and Pellowe Reefs |
| Fishing | No |
| Miscellaneous | WiFi |
Book Your Adventure
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to become a certified diver with ProDive Cairns. Join us for an unforgettable journey beneath the waves and discover the magic of the Great Barrier Reef like never before.
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Highlights
Get your PADI Open Water dive certification!
2 days of pool and classroom theory
3 days and 2 nights, Learn to scuba dive on the Great Barrier Reef
Itinerary
PADI diving course itinerary
Day 1 – PADI diving course training centre
08:00: First, complimentary hotel transfer
Available from Cairns City and Northern Beaches hotels/hostels
09:00: Check-in at Pro Dive PADI diving course training centre
09:15: Then, start to learn to scuba dive with your pool training
Noon Lunch break
(Lunch not provided)
13:00: After lunch, time for more pool training
17:00: Finally, return transfer back to your accommodation
Day 2 – PADI training centre
08:00: First, complimentary hotel transfer
Available from Cairns city and Northern Beaches hotels/hostels
09:00: Check-in
09:15: Then, start your pool training
Noon Lunch break
(Lunch not provided)
13:00: After lunch, time for more pool training
16:00: Additionally, you have the opportunity to gear up at the Pro Dive Cairns Retail Shop
17:00: Finally, return transfer back to your accommodation
Day 3 – Great Barrier Reef
06:00: First, complimentary hotel transfer
Available from Cairns city and Northern Beaches hotels/hostels
06:20: Check in at Pro Dive Cairns retail shop
Corner of Shields & Grafton Streets, Cairns City
07:00: Depart Cairns for three days & 2 nights on The Great Barrier Reef
Light breakfast served on board
11:00: Dive 1: training dive
On the Great Barrier Reef
12:30: Lunch
14:30: Dive 2: training dive
16:30: Snorkelling opportunity
18:00: Dinner
19:45: The night dive
Watch the certified divers participating in the first-night dive of the trip
Day 4 – Great Barrier Reef
07:00: Dive 3: training dive
First dive of the day, before breakfast
09:00: Breakfast
11:15: Dive 4: training dive
This will be the last training dive for Open Water certification
12:45: Lunch
15:15: Dive 5
First dive as a newly certified scuba diver
17:45: Dinner
19:30: Dive 6: Finally, enjoy a guided night dive!
Day 5 – Great Barrier Reef
06:30: First, wake up to enjoy your last morning onboard the Scubapro vessel, then it’s Dive 7
Your first dive of the day – a sunrise dive to enjoy the reef waking up.
07:30: Breakfast
09:00: Dive 8
11:00: Dive 9
The last dive of the trip finished by 1200 noon
Noon Lunch – your last lunch on the Great Barrier Reef before returning to Cairns
16:00: Complimentary return transfer
Return transfer to your accommodation
19:30: Finally, join the farewell dinner (optional, additional cost)
Join fellow passengers and crew at a local restaurant for a farewell dinner
Included
5 Day Learn to Dive Course Includes:
• PADI Open Water Certification
• PADI Open Water manual (available in a variety of languages)
• All dive and snorkelling equiptment (prescription masks if required)
• All meals and bed linen on board the boat.
• Dive Insurance
• Dive Log book
• Accomodation transfers (city and northern beaches)
• 2 passport photos (required for certification)
What to bring
What to bring to your PADI diving course
- Day 1 and 2: Towel, swimwear, sunscreen, money for lunch, and dive medical.
- Day 3-5: Overnight bag with comfortable clothing and toiletries, towel, swimwear, sunscreen and a hat.
- Credit card or cash for onboard purchases
How to get there
Please visit the Prodive Cairns retail shop on the corner of Shields and Grafton Streets Cairns the day before your trip departing.
This way, you can organise any equipment and paperwork before departure. The Prodive Cairns shop is open seven days from 9:30 am to 7 pm.
Return transfers from Cairns City accommodation are included in this tour.
Important Information
Padi diving course important Information
Queensland, Australia, has some of the strictest scuba diving rules globally and the safest scuba diving record. All Scuba diving is regulated by the Queensland Government Code of Practice and complies with all regulations, including medical, as is the law.
Furthermore, we recommend that all of our passengers complete our dive medical questionnaire before booking, as some medical conditions, age and/or medications may prevent you from scuba diving. Our mission is always to provide our passengers with the best Great Barrier Reef experience.
We are happy to help you with any questions you may have. Please get in touch with our office on 07 4037 2700 or email us.
Alternatively, you may like to consult your Doctor for a Dive Medical using the Australian Standard Forms’ AS.4005.1
Flying after Scuba Diving
It would be best if you did not fly or go to altitude for at least 18 hours after a scuba dive for single no-decompression scuba dive. Furthermore, you should not fly for 24 hours after your last dive for multiple dives.
If you are Skydiving or Hot Air Ballooning, you must wait 24 hours after diving.
We recommend waiting a minimum of 24 hours whenever possible.
Dive Course Required Swim
- Finally, this dive course requires that you swim 200 metres or snorkel 300 metres and tread water/float for 10 minutes.
Please note that at the time of booking, AUD$90.00 per person Environmental management charges & charges will be added. This fee includes a Government Environmental Management Charge of AUD21.00, Port Departure Tax and Administration Charges. This charge applies to all passengers travelling on the 3 Day 2 Night Liveaboard Dive trip and all Dive Courses combining the 3 Day trip. (This fee is subject to change and without notice.)