Introductory Dive on the Great Barrier Reef (Silversonic, Quicksilver)

PRICING
Adult Rate (16 years +)
Child Rate (12-15 years)

Highlights

• Visit Three Reef Sites: Explore three unique and pristine locations at Agincourt Reef, each offering diverse marine life and vibrant coral formations.

• Crystal-Clear Waters: Enjoy exceptional visibility, perfect for snorkelling and underwater photography.

• Abundant Marine Life: Swim alongside colourful tropical fish, sea turtles, and other fascinating marine creatures in their natural habitat.

• Expert Guides: Benefit from the knowledge and experience of professional marine biologists and dive instructors.

• Quality Snorkelling Gear: All necessary equipment provided, including masks, fins, and snorkels, with the option to upgrade to scuba diving.

• Culinary Delights: Morning tea of sandwiches and pastries, a hot lunch of pastas and curries, or cold meats and salad, and an afternoon tea of fruit, cakes, biscuits and cheeses.

• Hot Drinks & Water: served throughout.

• Comfortable Onboard Amenities: Relax on a spacious and modern vessel with air-conditioned interiors, cushioned table seating and sun decks. There are changing rooms/toilets on board and freshwater showers on the dive deck.

• Eco-Friendly Experience: Participate in an eco-conscious tour that prioritises marine conservation and education.

Our onboard and highly skilled dive instructors will take you step by step through the whole experience, from the dive briefing lecture, the equipment and the dive, to ensure all facets of your dive are comfortable and most of all enjoyable.

On the outward journey to the Reef, instructors assess the suitability of potential introductory divers and you’ll be required complete the necessary paperwork which includes a medical questionnaire. You’ll be taught fundamentals of scuba diving as well as the use of equipment. There’s a video to watch and a quick quiz to complete. All equipment, including wetsuits and prescription masks (if required) are included in the price of the introductory dive.

Once at the Reef, it’s out to the dive deck and ready to gear up! Your instructor will make sure you’re comfortable with the basic skills again and you’re ready for your underwater adventure! The Great Barrier Reef is more about shallow scuba diving and your dive may take you as deep as 12 metres (40 feet).

The instructor is by your side the whole time and you can even link arms if you feel the need. Your dive experience will generally last around 30 minutes underwater, and if you’re hooked by the end of, you’ve got the option to try a second introductory dive at another site to experience a whole new reef environment!

Check in at 7:45am at the Quicksilver Office inside the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, 44 Wharf Street Port Douglas. Boarding commences 8:15am, vessel departs at 08:30am

You will receive a confirmation email upon purchasing this tour which will provide you with all of the relevant information, e.g. CONTACT NUMBERS,  ADDRESS ETC.

What to Bring:

Medication: (If you require to take medication throughout the duration of this tour, please remember to bring this with you. If you deem it necessary, please inform a member of staff, on board your vessel, where within your belongings this can be found).
Seasickness Medication – You may experience seasickness out on the open ocean. We suggest that you should speak with your pharmacist in advance of your trip, to seek their advice on seasickness medication. We will not reschedule bookings or issue refunds for those suffering from seasickness.

• State-of-the-art computerised ride control systems mean a smoother ride to the reef.
• Hydraulic steps with hand rails and a duckboard/platform for easy access into the water.
• Change rooms/toilets.
• Warm freshwater showers are provided on the dive deck.
• Spacious sundecks, air conditioned lounge areas and a licensed bar.
• Travelling at up to 32 knots, we spend less time getting there which means more time at the Reef for you.
• For the comfort of all Silversonic is a non-smoking vessel.

Please be aware that the crew reserves the right to prohibit anyone from anyone joining this tour if they deem it unsafe.

• (No prior experience or certification is necessary).
• Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
• Minimum age of 12 years.
• Pass the on-board medical questionnaire.
• This vessel is not wheelchair accessible.
   

  Dive medical questionnaire
  You’ll be asked to answer YES or NO to the following. If you answer YES to any of the following, you will be required to consult with a physician prior to participating in scuba diving.

  Have you suffered from, or do you now suffer from, any of the following:

  1. Asthma or wheezing
  2. Fainting, seizures or blackouts
  3. Chronic Bronchitis or persistent chest complaints
  4. Chronic sinus conditions
  5. Chest surgery
  6. Recurrent ear problems when flying
  7. Epilepsy
  8. Diabetes Mellitus (sugar diabetes)
  9. Tuberculosis or other long-term lung disease
  10. Brain, spinal cord or nervous disorder
  11. Heart disease of any kind
  12. Collapsed lung (pneumothorax)
  13. Ear Surgery
  14. Are you currently suffering from:
  15. Breathlessness
  16. Chronic Ear Discharge or infection
  17. High Blood Pressure
  18. Perforated eardrum
  19. Other illness or operation within the last month
  20. Are you currently taking any medicine or drug (excluding oral contraceptives)?
  21. Have you ingested any alcohol within the last 8 hours prior to diving?
  22. Are you pregnant?
  23. Do you understand that any concealment of any condition incompatible with safe diving might put your health or life at risk?
  24. Do you understand that you should not go to altitude (fly) within 12 hours of completing a single dive or a minimum of 18 hours when doing multiple dives (recommended 24 hours)?

Cancellations/changes to your booking must be made by contacting the tour provider on your booking confirmation email or by contacting Salty Swims  at info@saltyswims.com.au

Please be aware that refund policies do not cover travel, accommodation or any other associated costs. We recommend you take out travel insurance to cover unforeseeable cancellations.

What if the tour provider cancels?
In the event of poor sea conditions, minimum numbers not being reached or for any other reason, the tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If your trip cannot be rescheduled to your satisfaction, you will receive a full refund.

What if you cancel?

If you wish to cancel your tour more than 24 in advance of your departure date/time, you will receive 100% of your refund.

Cancellations within 24 hours of the departure date/time will not receive a refund.