Great Barrier Reef Explorer | Learn to Dive
Great Barrier Reef Explorer | Learn to Dive
5 Days Starting and ending in Cairns
Visiting: Gimuy (Cairns), Great Barrier Reef
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Tour code:
LTDD24
Recommended For:
Age range:
18-35
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Tour Overview
Always wanted to dive? You might as well learn at the Great Barrier Reef! Head out to the PADI 'Open Water' dive course for 2 days of training. Expert instructors? Coral exploration? Ocean magic? Tick, tick, annnd tick!
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Itinerary
Day 1: Gimuy (Cairns)
Location: Gimuy (Cairns)
Accommodation: Gilligans (or similar)
Are you ready to take on a fun filled few days learning to dive? Can we get a heck yeah? The first 2 days of the course are spent at Pro Dive Cairns training centre learning the theory & practical skills of scuba diving from our pro's. After that, you're nearly ready to go.
Day 2: Gimuy (Cairns)
Location: Gimuy (Cairns)
Accommodation: Gilligans (or similar)
We know, we know…you want to get out there, but good things take time. It's back to the books today as we continue learning the A to Z of diving, with your day spent at Pro Dive Cairns training centre learning the theory & practical skills you'll need on the reef. Excitement will be at an all time high as we get ready for the next few days and what's in store for you on this mind-blowing reef.
Day 3: Gimuy (Cairns) To Dive Boat
Location: Gimuy (Cairns), Great Barrier Reef
Accommodation: Dive Boat (Great Barrier Reef, Australia)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
It's GO TIME! You’ll have the opportunity to participate in up to 9 dives at a variety of our 16 exclusive dive sites on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Your first 4 dives will complete your open water certification & then as a certified diver you are able to take up to 5 more recreational dives, one of which is a guided night dive. Boom.  So, what can we tell you about this spectacular reef? Here goes - more than 1,500 species of fish, 411 types of hard coral, one-third of the world's soft corals and 134 species of sharks and rays call this clear blue water home. Add over 30 species of marine mammals to the mix, and that's your mind blown.
Day 4: Dive Boat
Location: Great Barrier Reef
Accommodation: Dive Boat (Great Barrier Reef, Australia)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
With another day on our boat, why not take this incredible opportunity to continue diving for your chance to spot yet more colourful marine life. We're talking giant turtles, stingrays, huge clams and some of the best coral in the world. And with the deck of the boat providing you with the perfect spot for some sunbaking, book reading and bliss, you might just call this total paradise.
Day 5: Dive Boat To Gimuy (Cairns)
Location: Great Barrier Reef, Gimuy (Cairns)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
We'll return to Cairns late this afternoon where there’s the option to join your new mates & crew for a farewell dinner. There's nothing like a spot of bonding over a #NOREGRETS experience to make for strong friendships. So where's next on the agenda?
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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Contiki requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
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