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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.
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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Operated by Jetty Dive Centre · Coffs Harbour, New South Wales
Coffs Harbour, located on Australia’s scenic New South Wales coast, is a gateway to some of the most pristine marine environments in the Southern Hemisphere. Jetty Dive Centre, situated at 398 Harbour Dr, invites divers ready to elevate their skills with the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course. Over three immersive days, this course combines expert instruction with six boat dives in the Solitary Islands Marine Park, a marine reserve famous for its remarkable biodiversity and striking underwater landscapes.
The Solitary Islands, just offshore from Coffs Harbour, are renowned for their clear waters and rich variety of marine life, including vibrant coral formations, playful fish species, and even visits from migrating humpback whales in season. This course teaches certified divers how to extend their range to depths of up to 30 meters and sharpen key techniques such as underwater navigation, deep diving, and enriched air nitrox use. The six boat dives eliminate the hassle of shore entry, allowing participants to dive comfortably and efficiently from world-class vessels.
Jetty Dive Centre stands out in the region by offering comprehensive equipment hire, lifetime digital certification, and flexible scheduling to accommodate individual needs. Their experienced instructors provide strong local knowledge, ensuring safety and enriching the diving experience with insights about the surrounding marine ecosystem.
This course is ideal for divers looking to develop independence and confidence beneath the waves while experiencing some of Australia's most remarkable underwater terrain. Whether you're chasing thrills or deepening your mastery, Jetty Dive Centre in Coffs Harbour connects you to the extraordinary Solitary Islands Marine Park with unmatched professionalism and passion.
moderate.
3 days.
Participants should have moderate fitness to handle boat dives, swimming, and gear handling.
You must hold a PADI Open Water Diver certification or equivalent to enroll.
The course includes six boat dives covering five required training dives plus one bonus dive.
Yes, Jetty Dive Centre includes all necessary scuba gear rental during the course.
This certification allows you to legally dive up to 30 meters (100 feet).
Yes, after booking you can contact Jetty Dive Centre to adjust your schedule.
Jetty Dive Centre monitors conditions carefully and will reschedule dives if necessary for your safety.
The Solitary Islands Marine Park was established in 1998 to protect vital habitats and marine species along the NSW coast.
Jetty Dive Centre promotes responsible diving practices to minimize human impact and supports local marine rescue efforts.
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.
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