Shark Diving Introduction

Shark Diving Introduction

Code: SAQ001
  • $250
  •  
    16 Reviews
  • Location: Sydney, NSW
  • For: 1 person

Never been scuba diving before? Here is your chance to get up close and personal with huge grey nurse sharks, giant stingrays, sea turtles, wobbegong sharks, moray eels and much more. Under a safe and controlled environment with professional dive instructors - this is the opportunity of a lifetime!

Your shark diving session will begin 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 allowing you to get up close to 4 different species of shark - 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 small and personal and you will be assisted at all times by your instructor. Allow extra time to enjoy any of the complimentary guided tours and shows around the aquarium.

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.

Please note:If you have been certified but have less than 15 dives logged, you will need to be included in this introductory program. For certified divers you will need to present your log book or license on the day to be allowed to do a Certified Dive.

This experience voucher is valid for six months from date of purchase.

Venue:

Sydney - NSW

Session Length

Approx 2.5 hours. The dive is available 7 days a week excluding Christmas Day.

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.

Numbers:

There will be up to 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.

Weather:

This experience is not subject to weather conditions as the dive takes place in the Oceanarium tank.

Other Info:

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.

Map

The map below gives you the location of this experience to allow you to plan.

Exact location, directions and meeting place will be available to you once you have purchased your voucher(s).

Reviews

  •  
    Reviewer: Jon
    August 19 2010

    The experience was fantastic, and the two instructors, Dicky and Steve (I think!?) made it all the more enjoyable.
  •  
    Reviewer: karen
    August 08 2010

    The shark dive was a fantastic experience and the staff very friendly and professional. They made me feel very comfortable and a fun thing to do.
  •  
    Reviewer: Lee
    August 01 2010

    It was a great experience and so much fun, one of the best experiences in my life. The staff were very helpful and informative. I would do it again in a heartbeat.
  •  
    Reviewer: SIMON
    July 18 2010

    Very well run. Extremely friendly and supportive staff made it a wonderful experience. Thanks to all.
  •  
    Reviewer: Charlene
    July 16 2010

    It was a fantastic experience I shared with my Husband. We both loved accomplishing the challenge together, made even more enjoyable by the friendly & professional staff at the aquarium. We have told all our friends about it and I am sure it will be something we reminisce about for years to come.
  •  
    Reviewer: Allana
    July 12 2010

    Great fun! Very professional and a super experience!
  •  
    Reviewer: simon
    July 10 2010

    The dive staff at the aquarium were fantastic and made the experience a safe and memorable one. Couldn't recommend the overall experience highly enough!!!
  •  
    Reviewer: David
    July 06 2010

    Very worthwhile - something I've always wanted to do.
  •  
    Reviewer: Martin
    June 23 2010

    The whole experience was great. From the time I got to the aquarium to the time I left I was treated very well. The instructor we had was very professional and cannot speak highly enough of her. Would thoroughly recommend others to take the experience of shark diving. Fantastic time was had
  •  
    Reviewer: Mark
    June 10 2010

    Very professional, very friendly, heaps of fun - highly recommended.
  •  
    Reviewer: King
    June 08 2010

    It was a great experience, the intro by the instructors was comforting and put me at ease. As I'm a poor swimmer, I was very nervous to start with, but they gave me a lot of confidence.
  •  
    Reviewer: nigel
    May 31 2010

    Staff were very helpful and calm with all info on safety and equipment use felt very safe and had a lot of fun due to instruction.
  •  
    Reviewer: nicholas
    April 19 2010

    Experience provider was very professional and helpful. Very good.
  •  
    Reviewer: Andrea
    December 16 2009

    Its something else, i cant start to explain the feelings i felt. It was amazing!
  •  
    Reviewer: Andreas
    October 12 2009

    It was absolutely fantastic. The staff at the Aquarium in Manly were fantastic and made the whole experience even more enjoyable! The photos and video of the dive are awesome.

  • Reviewer: RedBalloon Staff
    April 23 2010

    It was the most surreal experience I have ever had! Everything feels like it is in slow mode.

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