Overview There are two components to the Cairns PADI Open Water dive course: 2 days of pool training and classroom theory and a 3 day 2 night, liveaboard dive cruise to some of the best Outer Reef dive sites available in Queensland where you will have the opportunity for 9 dives. The pool training and classroom theory days of your course are spent at our modern dive centre learning the theory and practical skills of scuba diving.

The next 3 days and 2 nights are spent on the Great Barrier Reef living aboard one of our premium dive vessels. You'll have the opportunity to participate in 9 dives on a variety of our 16 exclusive dive sites. Your first 4 dives will complete your open water certification and then as certified diver you are able to undertake up to 5 more recreational or pleasure dives. One of these dives is a guided night dive! These extra dives give you a great opportunity to consolidate your training and will be the highlight of your diving adventure.

On the night of your return to Cairns you have the option to join your fellow passengers and the crew for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

Note : This course is also available as a 4 day course. On a four day course 2 day dive trips substitute for the 3 day liveaboard.

See Detailed Open Water Course Itinerary ......

Courses Commence

• English: Daily except Sunday

• German: Tuesdays and Fridays

• Japanese: Monday and Thursdays

For those customers who speak languages other than those mentioned above we also have PADI textbooks available in a range of other European and Asian languages.

Course Summary

Inclusions - On Land

• 2 x passport photos needed for certification

• All stationary requirements needed for classroom activities.

• Dive insurance

• PADI Gold Open Water Certificate

• Accommodation transfers daily (city and Northern Beaches)

• "Reef Teach" Marine Biology presentation

• All dive and snorkelling equipment (use of prescription mask if necessary)

• PADI Open Water Manual. (Available in English, German, French, Dutch, Danish, Swedish and Japanese).

Inclusions - At Sea

• 2 nights twin share accommodation on board vessel

• All meals whilst on board

• Bed linen - (no towel included)

• All dive and snorkelling equipment (including Dive Computer and Long leg wetsuit)

• Use of prescription mask if necessary

• Log Book

Extras

• An additional fee of $15 per person per day ($45 per trip) is payable when you make your final payment at the shop. (This fee consists of Government Environmental Management Charge as well as a Port Departure Tax and administration costs).

• Dive medical in accordance with Australian Standard A.S 4005-1. A copy of this Standard can be provided to you in advance if required. This can be arranged by us on day 1 of your course but we recommend that you do it prior to commencement if possible. A fee of A$49.50 is payable directly to the doctor if you choose to do it in Cairns.

• Digital Underwater Camera's are available for hire at a cost of A$40 per dive.

Important Information

• Some medical conditions will prevent you from diving. Some of the more common conditions are Asthma, Diabetes, Epilepsy and heart or lung conditions. Pregnancy is also a contraindication to diving. Some other medical conditions may also be a problem. If you are unsure about any specific condition please contact us.

• The minimum age to participate in this course is 12. There is no maximum age.

• It is a course requirement that you be able to swim 200 metres and tread water/float for 10 minutes.

Flying After Diving

We recommend that you do not fly for at least 24 hours after diving. This means that the earliest you should fly is 12 pm (midday) on the day after your dive course ends.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

You can cancel your Learn to Dive course for any reason at any time up to the end of Day 1 of the course and receive a full refund l ess a $25 administration fee if you cancel less than 7 days in advance.

Rates

Valid to 31 March 2009, per person and in Australian Dollars. For Bookings after the 31 March 2009 please see our 2009/2010 rates chart.

	Pricing and Important Information     5 Day Open Water Course AUD $ 725 Important Note: This course is also available as a 4 day course. All elements of the pool and theory training remain the same, however, the 3 day outer reef cruise is replaced by 2 single day dive cruises to nearby reefs. You would require accommodation in Cairns between dive trips.     4 Day Open Water Course AUD $ 595     PADI Referral System The referral system enables you to split your pool and theory training and your open water training. You can complete your pool and theory training at home then complete your course on the Great Barrier Reef. The price assumes that the student already has the following: a divers log book completed the knowledge section of the course completed the confined water skills section a current Australian Medical Form 2 passport photos a signed PADI Referral Form a PADI Openwater Manual You have 2 options: Option 1 - Referral with 3 day liveaboard 3 day liveaboard - 9 dives comprising 4 training dives and 5 recreational dives including a night dive. Course commences every Tuesday. 3 Day Open Water Referral Course AUD $ 630 Option 2 - Referral with 2 day dives Land based - 2 day dive trips with 4 training dives 2 Day Open Water Referral Course AUD $ 510 ( International Currency Converter )

Enquiries and Reservations for Open Water Courses

Click the button below to make an enquiry about the PADI Open Water Course or PADI Open Water Referral Course. Please request availability before completing the booking form.

Enquiries and Reservations for Referral Courses

*Please Note*
You must have completed the pool training and theoretical phase of your Open water course and have a signed PADI referral form from your Diving Instructor to be eligible for the Referral Course.

Once your enquiry has been received we will confirm whether berths are available on the dates that you have chosen. You will then receive directions for payment of a deposit to hold your place on the cruise. The balance owing is paid at the booking office when you arrive in Cairns.

Deposits can be paid using our secure (SSL) booking form or by credit card via telephone.

This is a very popular course that is nearly always filled. You should make your booking well in advance.