Take your scuba skills to new depths with Jetty Dive Centre's Advanced Open Water Diver course in Coffs Harbour. Dive six times over three days in the rich marine environments of Solitary Islands Marine Park.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate fitness to handle boat dives, swimming, and gear handling.
Wildlife
History
The Solitary Islands Marine Park was established in 1998 to protect vital habitats and marine species along the NSW coast.
Conservation
Jetty Dive Centre promotes responsible diving practices to minimize human impact and supports local marine rescue efforts.
Jetty Dive Centre
Take your scuba skills to new depths with Jetty Dive Centre's Advanced Open Water Diver course in Coffs Harbour. Dive six times over three days in the rich marine environments of Solitary Islands Marine Park.
Jetty Dive Centre is a dive operator based in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, offering guided dives, snorkelling trips, whale watching and a broad range of PADI training courses. Operating from local launch points, the centre runs boat dives and snorkel trips to the Solitary Islands Marine Park, a protected area known for diverse marine life.
The business provides beginner experiences such as Discover Scuba Diving, refresher programs, and PADI entry-level courses, alongside more advanced training including Advanced Open Water, Deep Diver, Rescue Diver and specialised programs like Enriched Air Nitrox and Shark Awareness. Many courses include online theory, pool sessions and guided ocean dives, and some certifications offer lifetime access to PADI digital materials.
Instruction is delivered by PADI-qualified instructors and structured in small groups to maximise individual attention during pool training and ocean dives. Equipment hire is available for many trips, and boat trips typically include on-board provisions such as snacks and morning tea for snorkel and dive passengers.
Trip offerings vary by season and include single and double dives to North and South Solitary Islands, targeted marine identification courses, and whale watching excursions when in season. Jetty Dive Centre emphasises safety practices, dive planning and local marine awareness during every activity to support positive underwater experiences for new and returning divers.
The centre also runs specialised short sessions such as fish identification workshops and snorkel-focused trips, with trained guides providing interpretation of marine species and habitat notes during each outing to enhance visitor learning and enjoyment safely.
Location
Coffs Harbour, NSW
Base for all local trips and courses
Tours Offered
16
Guided dives and PADI courses available
PADI Courses
Multiple PADI programs
Official PADI training offered
Dive Sites
Solitary Islands Marine Park
Boat dives to protected reefs
Reserve a spot on a guided dive, snorkel trip or PADI course to explore the Solitary Islands — secure bookings and course dates directly with the operator.
Boat Dive Boarding
Arrive early to get familiar with the boat setup and avoid rushing when boarding in dive gear.
Check Your Equipment
Inspect all scuba gear before each dive to ensure proper functionality and safety underwater.
Monitor Air Consumption
Keep track of your air supply regularly during dives to manage your bottom time effectively.
Respect Marine Life
Avoid touching or disturbing creatures and coral to preserve the ecosystem and your safety.
Wetsuit (5mm recommended)
Provides thermal protection in cooler water temperatures common around Solitary Islands.
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Dive Computer
Monitors dive time, depth, and decompression status essential for safe advanced diving.
Underwater Slate or Dive Notebook
Useful for noting navigation bearings, dive plans, and instructor feedback underwater.
Surface Marker Buoy (SMB)
Important safety device to signal your position during boat dives in open water.