Pro Dive Cairns: 3 day/2 night Liveaboard for Certified Divers (3D2N)
The Great Barrier Reef is renowned as one of the seven natural wonders of the world and a declared World Heritage site. It encompasses 350,000 square kilometres of the South Pacific Ocean, extends for 2,000 kilometres, is made up of 2900 individual reefs and 71 coral cays.
When you join our 3 day dive adventure, you will visit up to four easterly Outer Great Barrier Reef locations, taking in sites selected for their extravagance of marine life and excellent visibility - these sites are rarely visited by other vessels. Divers get the opportunity to view magnificent hard and soft corals, giant clams, turtles, stingrays and the largest variety of tropical fish, both large and small. The schedule allows for a total of 11 dives, 2 of which are night dives (conditions permitting) and snorkelling. Cabins onboard are all twin share (2 single bunks) and there are two double cabins available upon request. All major international scuba accreditations are accepted and snorkellers are also welcome.
Guests: 32 guests and 6 crew
Whats Included: up to 11 dives (2 night dives and 9 day dives), accommodation transfers, all meals, bed linen, all gear hire, prescription mask if needed, short arm/leg wetsuit, comprehensive dive insurance
What to Bring: Overnight bag with towels, swimmers, toiletries (soap etc), comfortable clothing
Cancellation Policy
This trip is fully refundable up until 48 hours prior to departure. Please note full cancellation fees apply if cancelling within 48 hours prior to travel.
Please Note
- Some medical conditions may prevent you from diving – if in doubt please see your doctor before travelling
- In the interest of safety we recommend you do not fly within a 24 hour period after diving
- The above itinerary is a guide only and the times of dives may change
- The skipper will always adapt an itinerary to the prevailing weather, tides and currents
- Please advise if you have any dietary requirements & we will do our best to cater for you
- Everyone will be required to fill out a Medical Waiver Release and Indemnity Deed onboard the vessel
- We recommend you organize your own travel insurance
The night before departure:
If you have time between 4:30pm - 6:30pm we suggest you drop into our Retail Shop, located on the corner of Grafton & Shields Streets, to arrange your dive/snorkelling equipment for the trip. The shop will close at 7.00pm every night.
You can learn about the reef and fish you will meet by visiting ‘Reef Teach’ a 2.5hr Marine Biology Presentation (Additional Cost). It is located on the 2nd floor of the Mainstreet Arcade at 85 Lake Street. This is an additional cost and not available on Sunday and Monday nights.
Day One - Diving the Outer Great Barrier Reef
05:45-06:15 - Complimentary hotel transfer – available from Cairns City & Northern Beaches accommodation.
06:15 - Check in at Pro Dive Retail Shop – corner Grafton & Shields Streets.
07:00 - Depart Cairns for 3 days & 2 nights of fantastic diving/snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef. A light breakfast is served onboard.
10:30 - Your first dive is before lunch. This dive will be offered as a guided dive with an instructor, for those divers who have not dived in a little while.
12:00 - Lunch is served - hearty soup with an array of fresh salads, cold meats & bread rolls.
14:00 - Your second dive - head off & discover more underwater delights. Once you have completed your dive the vessel moves on to the next site.
16:00 - After an afternoon of snorkelling/relaxing its time for your third dive of the trip.
18:00 - Dinner - the menu changes each trip however it will be wholesome, hot & of course lots of it!
19:30 - The night dive! We generally try to do the night dive at the same site as the afternoon dive, as this way you are familiar with your surroundings.
20:30 - Dessert is served!
Day Two - Experience further fantastic diving on the Outer Great Barrier Reef
07:00hrs - The vessel moves for an early morning dive. Look out for splendid gorgonian fans, giant clams and bump headed parrotfish.
08:00 - Enjoy a hearty breakfast of cereal, fresh fruit, bacon and eggs as well as toast & spreads.
10:30 - After breakfast the vessel moves on for the second dive of the day.
12:00 - Lunch on the second day is hot pasta with a variety of fresh salads.
14:30 - After lunch & a snorkel its time for your third dive.
18:00 - A hot dinner is served before your second night dive.
19:30 - Night dive!
20:30 - Dessert is served!
Day Three - Morning dives and return to Cairns
06:30hrs - Your first dive of the day.
07:30 - A hot breakfast accompanied with fresh fruit salad, cereals and toast.
09:00 - After breakfast, the vessel makes its last site of the trip, where you will do your second dive of the day.
11:00 - Your last dive of the trip!
12:00 - A selection of freshly made sandwiches is served before the vessel heads back to Cairns
16:00 - Complimentary accommodation transfers – Cairns City & Northern Beaches.
19:30 - Join fellow passengers & crew at a local restaurant for a farewell dinner! (optional)
Departs: Everyday except Tuesday at 7.00 am (check-in at 6.20am)
Returns: 4.00 pm on day 3
Accommodation transfers (Cairns city & Northern Beaches as far as Palm Cove)
Extras: AU$65 reef taxes, fuel levies, port departure tax and admin fees. This fee consists of a $18.00 Government Environmental Charge as well as a Port Departure Tax and administration charges. This charge is applicable to all passengers travelling out on the 3 day/2 night liveaboard dive trip and all dive courses combining the 3 Day trip.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CERTIFIED DIVERS: Please note – some medical conditions may prevent you diving. If you are affected by any of the points below you will need to consult a doctor and acquire a medical certificate, stating you are “fit to dive” prior to your dive trip.
1. Since completing your last dive medical assessment have you suffered any illness or injury that may affect your ability to dive safely?
2 Are you currently suffering any illness or injury?
3 Are you currently taking any prescription medication other than the contraceptive pill?
4 Is there any other condition, fact or circumstance that may affect your fitness or ability to dive safely?