Experience scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns. Perfect for beginners and certified divers with incredible outer reef dive sites and expert dive guides.
Cost: Adults $365 (17yrs+), Child $260 (age 10yrs+ certified, 12yrs+ intro)
Scuba diving in the outer Great Barrier Reef is one of the top things to do in Cairns. Discover the marine wonderland of the outer reef, with colourful fish, turtles, an array of coral and more!
Catering to both dive beginners and certified divers, our scuba diving package includes our full day reef cruise, snorkelling, up to 3 introductory or certified scuba dives, full dive & safety briefing, specialised top-rated dive gear, and a fully qualified dive instructor.
7:15 - 7:45am: Check-in, Reef Fleet Terminal
8.00am: Evolution departs Cairns
9.45am: Arrive at reef location 1
11:30am: Enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch onboard
1:00pm: Evolution arrives at reef location 2
3:00pm: Evolution departs for Cairns
4:30pm: Evolution arrives back in Cairns
Introductory dives are for those who are not certified and want to experience scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef. After an in-depth briefing from our expert dive staff, we gear you up and jump in the water for the thrill of a lifetime as we guide you through this amazing wonderland.
During your introductory scuba dive, you will learn the basic skills required to dive down to a depth of up to 12 metres while accompanied by one of our experienced PADI qualified dive instructors. The scuba dive experience lasts up to 20 minutes giving you time to feel comfortable and begin to enjoy your first dive on the Great Barrier Reef. The minimum age for introductory diving is 12 years old.
Certified Diving means you hold a certified diving qualification and are competent to dive in a group guided by a Dive Master. Certified Scuba Divers can either buddy up with a friend for the scuba dive or upgrade to include a PADI dive guide as we plunge into the abundance of marine life and check out the amazing ecology of the reef. The minimum age for certified diving is 10 years old.
Three scuba dives can be completed during our Full Day Reef Cruise. Pre-book your first dive for a discount. Your second scuba dive and third scuba dive can be purchased onboard, however, we highly recommend pre-booking during busy seasons to avoid any disappointment.
All divers must complete a Queensland Medical Questionnaire:
Minimum age for Introductory divers and dive courses: 12+ years; Certified divers: 10+ years.
In our commitment to the safety of our guests, divers over 65 years (or 45 years for PADI dive courses) must have medical clearance from a physician who confirms they are Fit To Dive. This can be provided by your own GP before you leave for your holiday.
All medical conditions (e.g. asthma, heart disease, diabetes) and ANY prescription medications will require a letter or email from a doctor clearing you to dive. The clearance must state your full name, the doctors name and practice, the doctors signature and the clearance to dive for the specific medication/condition. Please review our Introductory and Certified Diver Medical Declaration prior to travel. The purpose of this Medical Declaration is to find out if you should be examined by a physician before participating in recreational diving. A positive response to a question does not necessarily disqualify you from diving — it means there is a pre-existing condition that may affect your safety while diving and you must seek the advice of a physician. You will not be allowed to dive until you are declared medically fit to dive.
Please note your Dive Instructor will conduct their own risk assessment on the day of travel to ensure the safety of all divers. This means the instructor has the authority to cancel a dive if they feel there is any risk involved, regardless of prior medical documentation.
Scuba diving can be strenuous under certain conditions. Your respiratory and circulatory systems must be in good health, and all body spaces must be normal and healthy.
In the interests of safety, we recommend no flying within 24 hours of your last dive. For advice, please contact our office directly.
In addition to the above, certified divers must show an internationally recognised scuba card.
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(07) 4052 8300