An exclusive shark dive with a group of friends or colleagues will be an unforgettable experience. In the safety of the oceanarium with professional dive instructors, you’ll get up close and personal with huge grey nurse sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, wobbegong sharks, moray eels and much more.
Your shark dive session will begin after normal aquarium opening hours with a total briefing and introduction to scuba diving followed by a safety video. Under the expert supervision of professional dive instructors, you will then be suited up with a wetsuit, mask and all diving equipment and enter the specially designed dive pool to gain confidence and skills for your dive. You will soon discover the thrill of breathing under water for the first time and your heavy equipment becoming weightless. Then it’s on to the real thing. You will enjoy a 30 min tank dive in the oceanarium (with the lights on) allowing you to get up close to 4 different species of sharks, including 7 adult grey nurse sharks (one is the largest in captivity in Australia), 4 different species of rays, 2 species of turtles and a vast array of marine life. The group size is limited to 4 divers and you will be assisted at all times by your instructor. You will be presented with a certificate and group dive photograph at the end of your dive. Individual photographs will also be available for purchase.
If you have any of the following conditions: Asthma, Heart Disease, Epilepsy, Diabetes, Chronic chest condition, Chronic sinus condition, Ear problems, High blood pressure, you are pregnant or you have any other medical conditions, including injuries or psychological issues that may prevent you from participating in the dive. You require written confirmation from a doctor stating your condition is not prohibitive to diving before booking the dive.
VENUE LOCATION
LOCATION
Sydney - NSW
STATE
New South Wales
SESSION TIMES
DETAILS
Approx 2.5 hours. The dive is available 7 days a week excluding Christmas Day. Included is a free photo of the dive emailed to each participant.
DURATION
Half Day
PARTICIPANTS
MINIMUM / MAXIMUM NUMBERS
There will be 4 divers in the group plus professional dive instructors. Changes to the Dive session time, date or diver identity can be made 72 hours prior to the dive at our discretion. An admin fee of $15 for each change will apply. Changes within 72 hours of the Dive are not permitted.
GUIDELINES
Minimum age 14. You must be able to swim. STRICT MEDICAL RESTRICTIONS APPLY: If you suffer from OR have ever suffered form Asthma, Epilepsy, Diabetes, any Heart, Sinus or Lung conditions, any recent injuries or surgeries you will need a SIGNED MEDICAL CLEARANCE FORM from a doctor.
DRESSCODE / WHAT TO BRING
Bring along a swimming costume and towel. All equipment is supplied, however you are welcome to bring your own full length wetsuit and mask. There are changing rooms and male and female showers available.
OTHER
IMPORTANT: You cannot fly within 12 hours after the dive. You must not drink alcohol with 12 hours before the dive. If you are pregnant, or suffering from a cold, hay fever, hangover, cough, breathlessness or ear infection you will not be allowed to participate.
"Hi we had a fantastic time. The employees, food, cruise we had the best experience we have had in a long time would recommend to anyone and we hope do go again.
The whole deal was awesome thanks to all involved Janine." Janine (New South Wales, Australia.)
"This is a really well organised tour. An absolute great time was had by all 21 of us on this tour. I was travelling on my own and really enjoyed sharing this experience with other people. "Wombat" our guide did a fantastic job of cooking, giving info and driving, an absolute star !!
Especially enjoyed Cradle Mountain, Port Arthur and Wineglass bay. If your looking for a compact 6 day tour to explore Tasmania then this is it." Mick (Gold Coast, Australia.)
"I wanted to send you a note to say THANKYOU for all the care taken with our booking.
We had an absolutely incredible evening and our faces were sore from smiling and laughing afterwards!
We will be sure to contact you again when we're planning our next adventure!
Thanks a million and all the best xo" Merly (Australia)
"It was perfect. Really impressed with the whole experience from dealing with you (Australian Explorer) to the driver. Will definitely use this service again. Thanks." Jacqui (Australia)
"Australian Explorer were courteous, very helpful and pleasant to deal with and best of all, we booked our tour over the phone!!! I’m absolutely delighted that we’ve got it booked and all the confirmation emails and the necessary voucher have been processed and sent directly to my inbox – brilliant service!" Kate (Australia)
An exclusive shark dive with a group of friends or colleagues will be an unforgettable experience. In the safety of the oceanarium with professional dive instructors, you’ll get up close and personal with huge grey nurse sharks, stingrays, sea turtles, wobbegong sharks, moray eels and much more.
