Cairns
Join this fun filled 4-day eLearning course which includes a liveaboard diving experience with added flexibility. Complete PADI eLearning online at your own pace before arriving in Cairns, leaving just one practical training day at our Five-Star Dive Centre. Your ocean training dives take place during a three-day, two-night liveaboard trip on the Great Barrier Reef, known for its warm waters, excellent visibility, and minimal currents—perfect for learning to dive.
The course consists of three parts:
During the liveaboard, complete four training dives to earn your certification and up to five recreational dives, including an exhilarating night dive. Small student groups ensure personalised instruction.
Explore 19 exclusive Outer Reef dive sites across Flynn, Thetford, Milln, and Pellowe Reefs, encountering sea turtles, reef sharks, giant clams, vibrant coral, and nocturnal marine life on night dives.
Onboard, enjoy air-conditioned cabins, spacious decks, catered meals, and attentive service for a comfortable, personalised experience.
“Had an amazing three-day liveaboard scuba trip with Pro Dive! The group of 20 people plus the instructors and captain was fantastic, everyone got along so well, and the dive sites were breathtaking. I got certified as an Open Water Diver during the trip — such a milestone! Exploring the coral reefs and incredible marine life was truly peaceful and something I’ll treasure. Excited to use this certification around the world. Thanks, Pro Dive!” Scott Bowman – September 2025
Reef Levy – $100.00 per person (Payable at check in) (Price is valid from 1st April 2026)
Within 24-48 hours of your booking, you will receive details on how to access the PADI eLearning portal. You must complete all the identified modules to be ready for your pool training.
8AM: Complimentary hotel transfer. Available from Cairns city and Northern Beaches hotels/hostels
9AM: Check-in
9:15AM: Pool training
12PM: Lunch breach (lunch is not provided)
1PM: Pool training
4PM: Gear up at the Pro Dive Cairns Retail Shop
5PM: Complimentary return transfer to your accommodation.
Day 2: Great Barrier Reef
6AM: Complimentary hotel transfer. Available from Cairns city and Northern Beaches hotels/hostels
6:20AM: Check in at Pro Dive Cairns retail shop (Corner of Shields & Grafton Streets, Cairns City)
7AM: Depart Cairns for 3 days & 2 nights on The Great Barrier Reef. Light breakfast served on board
11AM: Dive 1: training dive on the Great Barrier Reef
12:30PM: Lunch
2:30PM: Dive 2: training dive
4:30PM : Snorkelling opportunity
6PM: Dinner
7:45PM: The night dive. Watch the certified divers participating in the first night dive of the trip
Day 3:
7AM: Dive 3: Training dive
9AM: Breakfast
11:15AM: Dive 4: Training dive
12:45PM: Lunch
3:15PM: Dive 5. First dive as a newly certified scuba diver
5:45PM: Dinner
7:30Pm: Dive 6: Night dive. Guided night dive experience for all newly certified divers
Day 4:
6:30AM: Dive 7. First dive of the day – a sunrise dive to enjoy the reef waking up.
7:30AM: Breakfast
9AM: Dive 8
11AM: Dive 9 (last dive of the trip)
12PM: Lunch
4PM: Complimentary return transfer to your accomodation
7:30PM: Farewell dinner (optional, additional cost). Join fellow passengers and crew at a local restaurant for a farewell dinner
Please do not bring sleeping bags, pillows and extra luggage (luggage can be stored securely at our retail shop)
Planning your Australian dive holiday and feeling unsure where to begin? Reach out to us! Our knowledge and services encompass a wide array of Australia’s most sought-after scuba diving destinations and marine encounters. Whether you’re interested in dive courses, liveaboard expeditions, or day tours, we’ve got you covered. We’re your go-to experts for personalised dive travel in Australia!
© Dive In Australia 2026
