Four-Day PADI Gold Open Water Dive Certification, Port Douglas
If you've always wanted to become a certified diver, Port Douglas is a great place to do so. On this four-day course you'll learn the skills necessary to become a confident, safe diver. Spend the first two days at the training center learning a combination of theory and practice, and the following two around the Agincourt Ribbon Reefs at the Great Barrier Reef. Learn new skills while immersed in nature.
Highlights
- ✓Get PADI Gold Open Water Certification upon course completion
- ✓Receive personalized attention on a small-group course
- ✓Six open water dives are included
- ✓All dive gear and log books are included
What's included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off is included from Port Douglas accommodation only
- ✓Use of prescription masks if required
- ✓Heated training pool (Day 1 and 2)
- ✓Morning & afternoon tea each day
- ✓Dive log book
- ✓2 x day trips to the Outer Reef (Day 3 and 4)
- ✓Return coach transfers from Port Douglas accommodation
- ✓Lunch each day
- ✓Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
- ✓All dive equipment
- ✓PADI Gold Open Water Certification
- ✓6 open water dives (4 mandatory, 2 fun dives)
What's not included
- ✓Return coach transfers are an additional cost from Cairns and Northern Beaches accommodation.
- ✓Souvenir photos (Day 3 & 4 Reef Trip)
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Ability to swim - 200m (or 300m with mask, fins and snorkel) and tread water (float) for 10 minutes.
Course commences every Tuesday and on request
If a dive medical is required, it must be completed within 90 days of starting your dive course.
It is recommended that you not fly for 24 hours after diving. The final scheduled Open Water dive will be completed by 2:30pm.
Minimum age 10 years.
Some medical conditions such as asthma, heart conditions or diabetes may prevent you from diving. Prior to commencing your dive course you are required to complete the self-assessment Student Diver Medical Declaration. A positive response to any questions indicates there is a pre-existing condition which may affect your safety while diving and you will need to obtain a dive medical certificate that states you are medically fit to dive.
Coach transfer pick-ups are available from Port Douglas accommodation, times are advised on booking.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Four-Day PADI Gold Open Water Dive Certification, Port Douglas
If you've always wanted to become a certified diver, Port Douglas is a great place to do so. On this four-day course you'll learn the skills necessary to become a confident, safe diver. Spend the first two days at the training center learning a combination of theory and practice, and the following two around the Agincourt Ribbon Reefs at the Great Barrier Reef. Learn new skills while immersed in nature.
Highlights
- ✓Get PADI Gold Open Water Certification upon course completion
- ✓Receive personalized attention on a small-group course
- ✓Six open water dives are included
- ✓All dive gear and log books are included
What's included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off is included from Port Douglas accommodation only
- ✓Use of prescription masks if required
- ✓Heated training pool (Day 1 and 2)
- ✓Morning & afternoon tea each day
- ✓Dive log book
- ✓2 x day trips to the Outer Reef (Day 3 and 4)
- ✓Return coach transfers from Port Douglas accommodation
- ✓Lunch each day
- ✓Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
- ✓All dive equipment
- ✓PADI Gold Open Water Certification
- ✓6 open water dives (4 mandatory, 2 fun dives)
What's not included
- ✓Return coach transfers are an additional cost from Cairns and Northern Beaches accommodation.
- ✓Souvenir photos (Day 3 & 4 Reef Trip)
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Ability to swim - 200m (or 300m with mask, fins and snorkel) and tread water (float) for 10 minutes.
Course commences every Tuesday and on request
If a dive medical is required, it must be completed within 90 days of starting your dive course.
It is recommended that you not fly for 24 hours after diving. The final scheduled Open Water dive will be completed by 2:30pm.
Minimum age 10 years.
Some medical conditions such as asthma, heart conditions or diabetes may prevent you from diving. Prior to commencing your dive course you are required to complete the self-assessment Student Diver Medical Declaration. A positive response to any questions indicates there is a pre-existing condition which may affect your safety while diving and you will need to obtain a dive medical certificate that states you are medically fit to dive.
Coach transfer pick-ups are available from Port Douglas accommodation, times are advised on booking.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.